Harold O. Fields, EdD, vice president for student affairs and dean of students at Canisius University, is available to offer expert commentary on Generation Z's unique transition into the workplace and strategies for maximizing their potential in a post-pandemic professional landscape. Appointed in 2022, Dr. Fields brings extensive experience in student development, having previously served as director of the Center for Residence Life at Rochester Institute of Technology.
Key Areas of Analysis: Workplace Integration:
- Technology integration and digital collaboration strategies
- Designing effective mentorship programs
- Adapting feedback systems for Gen Z preferences
- Creating flexible work environments that address pandemic-related challenges
Generation Z Characteristics:
- Digital fluency and technological adaptability
- Communication preferences and work style
- Impact of educational disruptions on professional development
- Career expectations and professional growth needs
Professional Development:
- Bridging educational gaps through targeted training
- Leveraging Gen Z's strengths in the workplace
- Building effective mentorship programs
- Creating sustainable career pathways
Current Role:
At Canisius, Dr. Fields leads the Division of Student Affairs, overseeing:
- ALANA Student Center
- Counseling Center
- International Student Programs
- New Student Orientation
- Public Safety
- Office of Student Life
- Title IX Coordination
- Student Health Center
- Griff Center for Student Success
- Office of Study Abroad and International Partnerships
Academic Experience:
- Professor, Student Development in Higher Education (HESA 520)
- Former Director, Center for Residence Life at Rochester Institute of Technology (2008-2022)
Education:
- EdD, Higher Education Administration, University of Rochester
- MS, Higher Education, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
- BS, Biology, Clarion University of Pennsylvania