Robert Egnatchik – ePortfolio Professional References Reflection Form

I am humbled to submit two letters of promise, which I received from Resident Director

Liz Humphries and Master of Education Candidate Katherine Murphy.  Having developed a

relationship with Liz Humphries in my role as a graduate assistant and Katherine Murphy

through both our academic program and assistantships, I am greatly appreciative of their belief in

my promise as a higher education professional.  Although these letters may meet the

competencies listed in a variety of program learning outcomes, I believe that these two accounts

best highlight my work in developing effective communication skills.  Specifically, as mentioned

in Humphries’ letter, I believe I have demonstrated effective oral communication skills,

including listening to diverse perspectives and presenting ideas, in my active participation in

Residence Life staff meetings.  As I have developed more self-efficacy as a staff member, I have

been able to find my voice and express opinions in a respectful manner.  Over the past two years,

I believe that I have been able to find ways to both support peers within my assistantship, as well

as hold such peers accountable in the work they do as part of a team.  Although this may be

difficult at times, my desire to facilitate such group dynamics has led to successful exchanges. 

            In addition to highlighting how others have seen growth in my communication skills, I

believe that the letters of promise note my competency in working collegially with diverse

constituents.  In my Graduate Assistant role, I have had the privilege of working as a part of a

campus life team, which serves the unique needs of the students and staff at Loyola’s Water

Tower campus.  I believe that my ability to effectively communicate has led to meaningful

collaboration between professionals on our campus, including my assistance in the delivery of

the first Graduate Compass orientation sessions.  In this program delivery I was able to speak of

my own experiences as a member of the campus community while also providing incoming

graduate students with the resources that were available for their time at Loyola.  In my role, it

Robert Egnatchik – ePortfolio Professional References Reflection Form

has also been essential for me to advocate for those on my campus who have less voice, such as

our facilities teams.  Overall, I believe that the submitted letters provide insight to my abilities to

effectively communicate and how I use such skills in a professional setting.  Although I will

need to continue to develop such competencies, I am grateful for the opportunities I have had to

employ effective communication, and use these skills as a vehicle to strengthen my work as a

professional.