Book Review: College Student Affairs Administration (ASHE Reader Series)

Abstract

During the twentieth century, most higher education institutions were faded with myriad challenges posed by periods of benign neglect, growth, prosperity, decline, rejuvenation, political favor, and public skepticism. Throughout this same period, student affairs staff members have protected, supported, disciplined, developed, and otherwise attempted to contribute to the education of students and the effectiveness of their institutions. The upcoming close of this century provides an appropriate moment to reflect on student affairs' first century as a professional field, as measured by the creation and subsequent flourishing of nation and international associations early in this century. "College Student Affairs Administration," an ASHE Reader edited by Elizabeth Whitt, is a splendid work that documents principal aspects of the history, evolution, and practice of college student affairs administration.