Student Services: A Handbook for the Profession

Let's face it, this isn't a book you buy for some light beach reading. The Harlequin section of Amazon is ====> that way in case you clicked on the wrong link or something.That having been said, this was the first book I read for my Student Affairs master's program, and it was actually FUN (say what?); mostly because it explores a lot of the core concepts you might have picked up while working as an RA in school or an admissions counselor straight out of college, but you had no idea how the heck how to use these ideas in a professional and "intentional" way.---By the way you will be hearing "intentional" a lot in your courses---The writing is pretty clear cut, the cases presented can be illuminating. It will definitely give you the foundational knowledge you need for the rest of your courses and beyond. I have kept this book on my shelf because it is a pretty good resource to go back to when trying to identify challenges or solutions I may be unfamiliar with in higher education.Join professional networks, bug your mentors, relish group projects (for the first time maybe), organize a cohort BBQ, work hard and have fun!

An easy-to-digest overview of foundational information about higher education, it's various forms and functions, and the functional areas within the field of student affairs. Several chapters also address some essential competencies of student affairs professionals, such as ethical behavior, and many of the chapters give examples of how the information can be put into practice (such as those on assessment). Overall, a good introduction to the student affairs field and an asset to the Foundations and Functions of College Student Personnel course that I took.

Student Services: A Handbook for the ProfessionInteresting outlook on the history of student services. A very in depth outline of the different types of student affairs areas.This was a required text for my intro into student affairs class in my Master's degree program.

Concerning the product itself, the book arrived on time and in mint condition. This is a good book for graduate students interested in the field of higher education. It is well-rounded, and partners well with Student Development in College: Theory, Research, and Practice.

It's a textbook, so I wouldn't recommend it for recreational reading, but the eds did a great job of making it understandable and even, in some cases, enjoyable reading. I would recommend the book over other Student Affairs books I've used for my grad classes.

This is a great overview of Student Affairs work. It is well organized, concise and pretty easy to read. I was accessing it online through the library, but decided it was worth purchasing because it will continue to be a good reference after I finish my master's degree.

This book is a great book to have if you are going into the profession. It gives you plenty of information and history to back it up. I would also recommend Evans' "Student Development" book if you have not already checked it out. These are a must for the profession.

Got this for my son for a few years ago Christmas present. He loves it and refers back to when he needs help with something at his job