Postsecondary Student Development Theory and Practice (462-0-21)

Meeting Info

Annenberg Hall G08: Tues 6:00PM - 8:50PM

Overview of class

Students become adept in research and theories that inform their understanding of postsecondary students' developmental processes. We define these theories as well as discuss when and how students change during undergraduate and graduate education. As we learn to intentionally support students, we ground our knowledge of fundamental development theories and consider emerging theories based on different identity development processes and their intersectionality (e.g. race, gender, class, sexual identity, first-generation, student-athlete, veteran). We also apply this knowledge to inform the practice of working with individual students and student communities, especially when considering how current and emerging societal phenomena affect college students and their intellectual, personal identity, moral and decision-making development. As aspiring higher education administrators, in any role, we learn to appreciate student development as a key factor in reaching an institution's mission, goals, and practices.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Registration is reserved for MS_HE Only