What makes you a campus leader?

The Interview Questions
1-What makes you a campus leader? I think that the reason I am a leader is because I have felt the key components of my job; offering the best level of service to the Intl population and keeping the mission of Point Park University, have always been my focus. Also, I have made it a point to always keep learning.
2-How long have you been in this position? 7 years
3-what was your best moments in this position? Seeing students succeed and go on to better themselves and their communities are the best moments of my job
4-what is the best resource that you found it helpful to you? Keeping an open mind to new enrollment opportunities and service needs for the Intl population
5-can you give me a list of activates that you were a part on them as a leader? Presenter at NAFSA conferences (national advisor association for Intl students), Increasing the International student population at Point Park by over 120% in six years.
6-what was the difficult experience in this position? Remembering to try and stay proactive rather than reactive.
7-Have you made any mistakes in this position, if you could do it differently, what would you do? I have made loads of mistakes, I feel that mistakes are the best teacher- I don’t shrink from them and ultimately I grow into a stronger Director.
8-Have you collaborated with any other organization before? Yes, it is very important to collaborate to succeed, you cannot work effectively without getting help from colleagues. Be a team player, keep your focus and don’t get discouraged by setbacks.
9-Is there anything wrong in this campus that we need to fix? All institutions have issues. I think Point Park is working to identify areas from improvement and make it a stronger institution.
10-is there any tips you would give to pointparks’ students?
I will give the same advice as I give all four of my children: As our screens have gotten smaller, so have our perspectives. Put the phones down and interact irl . It’s amazing how the world can open up for you once you do.

Rebecca A. Lee | Director of International Student Services and Enrollment | Point Park University