HEMPSTEAD — During National Student Employment Week in April, Hofstra University celebrated the impact and experiences of student workers across campus and in the surrounding community. Through the student employment program — whether through Federal Work-Study or other opportunities — students are receiving more than just a paycheck. They’re building transferable skills, gaining practical experience, forming meaningful professional relationships, and in many cases, engaging with the wider community.

Wyatt Trzaskos of Willsboro is among the many student workers at Hofstra.

Supporting student employment is one of many ways Hofstra is advancing its commitment to student success. On-campus jobs help students integrate into the University community, while Federal Work-Study positions connect them with meaningful opportunities both on and off campus.

The Office of Student Employment plays a central role in supporting Hofstra’s student workforce, which includes more than 1,100 students each year. Amanda Nastasi, manager of the Office of Student Employment, sees firsthand the impact these opportunities have on students’ personal and professional growth.

“One of the most gratifying parts of my role is meeting a student at the start of their job search and later welcoming them into the office for onboarding once they’ve secured a position,” she said. “It’s a privilege to play a small part in students’ journeys, and to watch them grow through the student employment program.”