One Size Does Not Fit All
In the second edition of this influential book, leading scholars Kathleen Manning, Jillian Kinzie, and John H. Schuh advocate an original approach by presenting 11 models of student affairs practice, including both traditional and innovative programs. Based on a qualitative, multi-institutional research project, One Size Does Not Fit All explores a variety of policies, practices, and programs that contribute to increased student engagement, success, and learning. This book is a must read for all higher education administrators and student affairs professionals.
New to this Revised Edition:
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- Refinement of models in light of recent NSSE data and current developments in higher education, including budget cuts and the economic crisis,
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- Updated information throughout about model assessment and techniques to renew divisions of student affairs,
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- A deeper analysis of how models of student affairs practice relate to institutional mission and purposes,
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- End-of-chapter discussion questions to guide thinking about ways to incorporate models in one’s own context,
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- An entirely new Part IV, including chapters on "Catalysts and Tools for Change" and "Redesigning Your Student Affairs Division."
Kathleen Manning is Professor and Program Coordinator of Higher Education & Student Affairs at University of Vermont, USA.
Jillian Kinzie is Associate Director, Center for Postsecondary Research & NSSE Institute at Indiana University, USA.
John H. Schuh is Director of the School of Education and Distinguished Professor at Iowa State University, USA.