The creation and implementation of holistic educational experiences is invaluable for optimal student and staff development and retention in an institution of higher education. This dissertation involves a participatory action research on one such mechanism: mentorship. This study on mentorship leverages Tinto's (1975-2014) theoretical frameworks…

Colleges are increasingly recognizing the need for specialized supports to address the complex needs of students with a history of foster care. This study provides strengths and lessons learned in program development from a national sample of campus-based support program staff and administrators. Findings indicate the importance of enhancing…

This paper considers the effect on students from attending a university foundation degree programme delivered in partnership with six further education teaching institutions in England. The programme is situated within the early childhood education sector using an instructional design which promotes higher-level learning within the teaching…

This article provides guidance for those looking to establish an African-American Male Initiative (AAMI) on their campus. The hallmark of a strong AAMI is collaboration. This article explores contextual factors that influence the recruitment, retention, and graduation rates of African-American males in higher education. It includes the development…

The following article describes programs used by universities and colleges to engage students; these programs include mentoring, learning communities, and first-year success courses and programs. We begin with a brief overview of student development theory, program descriptions and citations, and article summaries for key references. Next, we…

This paper develops the concept of articulated learning and relates it to the role of Academic Language and Learning (ALL) academics in facilitating the progress of international and other English as an additional language (EAL) students from program to program, between generic, academic and disciplinary skills and from their studies to the work…

Describes Growth Opportunities in Leadership Development (G.O.L.D.), student leadership program developed to create supportive environment in which students could learn about their leadership styles, gain confidence about themselves in leadership roles, and apply learning to future activities/responsibilities. Notes that G.O.L.D. program applies…

Presents and discusses model for increasing the participation of Hispanic students at predominantly white university by reducing the size of the campus for them and providing them with a sense of community and belonging. Various components of the model are described: a campuswide group, preprofessional societies by major, a student development…

Emphasizes usefulness of human development programs (HDP) for helping college students to complete their developmental tasks. The main forms of HDP are sketched. An HDP believed to be effective for college students is described. (Author/CC)

There is a core of reference material that should be familiar to persons in student personnel work. This is one attempt to identify these basic sources. Areas included are general treatments of higher education, student characteristics and development, administration, and specific personnel services. (Author)

Addresses the design and outcomes of Foundations of Leadership Development, a new leadership development program at Brigham Young University. Describes the program from a broad-based, theoretical point of view using ecological and developmental theory and explains how a student leadership class can have a significant impact on the ethical…

This paper describes the career development workshops offered to students at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah and how the workshops have been structured and used as a tool to facilitate the career development of the students. It explains how the content of the workshops was guided by student-expressed career development needs and an…

Examines the phenomenon of sophomore slump, a phase in their college years when students often feel depressed, frustrated, anxious, or dissatisfied. Encourages student affairs professionals to recognize the existence of sophomore slump and to provide support for students. Suggests three strategies for helping students: developing special programs,…

A complex paraprofessional training program for university credit combining both theory and experiential content and involving student affairs staff in a formal teaching role in an academic department is described. (Author)

Notes that interest in wellness among colleges and universities appears to have been growing in recent years, particularly among divisions of student affairs. Sees wellness as represented by six dimensions: physical, intellectual, occupational, social, emotional, and spiritual. Provides specific practical recommendations for designing and…