1st Edition
Applying Student Development Theories Holistically Exemplar Programming in Higher Education
This book dives into student development theory, unpacking key foundational and emergent theories of college student development while providing contemporary examples and application. Showcasing a diversity of programs, practices, and services across a variety of institutional types, Applying Student Development Theories Holistically demonstrates how professionals are intertwining the science of theory with the art of practice in multidimensional, holistic ways. Helping aspiring higher education and student affairs practitioners grasp and use theories holistically, this important text brings to life theoretical knowledge to enhance the development and learning of college and university students.
Contents
Foreword: It is not Magic
Susan R. Komives
Preface
List of Figures and Tables
Chapter 1, Introduction: Developmental Theories as Exemplar Programming Guides
Katie Branch and Monique N. Golden
Part I, Who Am I? Psychosocial and Social Identity Development
Christine M. Wilson
Chapter 2, A Pre-Orientation Retreat to Increase Retention and Develop Competence
Kelly Carter Merrill
Chapter 3, An Identity Development and Support Initiative for Black Men
Jonathan A. McElderry, Jordan Williams, Marcus Mayes, Donald D. Gilliam, and Curtis Taylor, Jr.
Chapter 4, Relationship Building as a Pathway to Cross Cultural Awareness
Jennifer A. Blair and Gordon S. Louie
Chapter 5, A Student Organization for First Generation Students
Sarah E. Schoper, Emily N. Davidson, and Christine Nguyen
Part II, How Do I Make Meaning? Cognitive Development
Christine M. Wilson
Chapter 6, Ethical and Moral Reasoning Development Across Campus
Anna Randolph Lehnen and Lori K. Pyle
Chapter 7, Promoting Self-Authorship Using Individualized Accountability Plans
Erik Sorensen and Elizabeth K. Walsh
Chapter 8, Self-Authorship and Critical Praxis with Student Staff
Chelsea Fullerton and Scott Burden
Part III, Influences on Development
Christine M. Wilson
Chapter 9, Supporting Transitions from a Community College to a 4-Year Institution
Sharee L. Myricks, Amber DePree, and Julie M. Landaw
Chapter 10, Fostering Engagement with Social Justice through Experiential Learning
B. Ashley Staples, Ben Jones, and Vanessa Perez
Chapter 11, Theory-in-Use Core Concepts: Perspectives from Scholarly Practitioners
Katie Branch with Jeanne S. Hart-Steffes
Contributor BIos
Index
Biography
Katie Branch is Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Rhode Island, USA.
Jeanne S. Hart-Steffes is Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students at Western New England University, USA.
Christine M. Wilson is Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs and Director of Student Activities at the University of Connecticut, USA.
"Those of us who teach theory lack books designed for the application of those theories. This book fills that void in that it provides a text focused on this application of theories and assessment of application effectiveness."
- Tony W. Cawthon, Alumni Distinguished Professor of Leadership, Counselor Education, and Human Organization Development, Clemson University"Many graduate students lack exposure to a diverse array of programs and application is frequently lacking in ‘theory’ textbooks ; I am pleased to see the emphasis on ‘real life’ examples in this book."
- Suzanne Maniss, Program Director, Professional Counseling and Student Affairs in Higher Education, Stephen F. Austin State University
