Description:
This book constitutes a collection of case studies that explore issues faced by new professionals in student affairs, with the scenarios designed to develop ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies.
Brief description: Anne M. Hornak is currently Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at Central Michigan University where she teaches courses related to ethical leadership, college student development, and higher education administration. Dr. Hornak conducts research on White identity development, financial challenges of today's students, and intercultural competence. Along with A Day in the Life of a College Student Leader, she has published multiple articles and book chapters.
Review Quotes:
"The authors of this publication were wise to organize the case studies in the framework of the 10 Professional Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners developed jointly by ACPA and NASPA. The pedagogical utility of this organization is superb and will allow for targeted use in staff development programming and for individuals who seek to challenge their own development through the complexity of the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels of each competency."
Susan R. Komives, Professor Emerita from the Student Affairs Graduate Program, University of Maryland, Former President