Exploring the Impact of the Student Employee Reductions at Lindenwood University
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Start Date
24-4-2025 12:00 AM
Description
This study examined the perceived impact of recent student employee reductions at Lindenwood University. A survey was administered to past, present, and potential student workers. Participants (n = 45) identified their motivations for seeking student employment, the skills they gained, and the implications of student employment reductions. Results highlighted that most respondents found financial support (89.2%), professional experience (73%), and flexibility (89.2%) to be important motivations for pursuing student employment. Respondents also reported acquiring transferable skills such as time management (90.3%) and communication (83.9%) on the job. However, reductions were perceived to have led to increased workloads and heightened stress. Among participants that were aware of the reduction, 76% expressed unfavorable perceptions of the university. Thematic analyses across all participant groups revealed feelings of decreased institutional support and reduced access to meaningful work experiences. These findings highlight a misalignment with Lindenwood University’s mission: “Real Experience. Real Success.”
Recommended Citation
Phillips, Allyson, "Exploring the Impact of the Student Employee Reductions at Lindenwood University" (2025). 2025 Student Academic Showcase. 5.
https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/src_2025/Oral_Presentations/oral_presentations/5
Exploring the Impact of the Student Employee Reductions at Lindenwood University
This study examined the perceived impact of recent student employee reductions at Lindenwood University. A survey was administered to past, present, and potential student workers. Participants (n = 45) identified their motivations for seeking student employment, the skills they gained, and the implications of student employment reductions. Results highlighted that most respondents found financial support (89.2%), professional experience (73%), and flexibility (89.2%) to be important motivations for pursuing student employment. Respondents also reported acquiring transferable skills such as time management (90.3%) and communication (83.9%) on the job. However, reductions were perceived to have led to increased workloads and heightened stress. Among participants that were aware of the reduction, 76% expressed unfavorable perceptions of the university. Thematic analyses across all participant groups revealed feelings of decreased institutional support and reduced access to meaningful work experiences. These findings highlight a misalignment with Lindenwood University’s mission: “Real Experience. Real Success.”