Engaging Families in Higher Education: Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Synopsis

In today’s colleges and universities, parents and families are increasingly important as partners to support students in enrolling and navigating the college experience. Tailored to higher education professionals who work with the families of college students, this book provides a solid foundation for establishing or enhancing parent and family initiatives across the institution and how to partner with families to foster student success. The chapter authors, seasoned professionals working in higher education, share best practices and relevant research related to partnering with families and addressing challenges that come with engaging families. Chapters also explore ways to make parent and family programming accessible for first-generation families and families from underrepresented groups who may often feel left out of traditional activities, programs, and services. Chapters feature "Voices from the Field" sharing best practices as well as "Tough Talks" breaking down some of the more difficult interactions between families and students and staff. This book is a valuable resource to higher education and student affairs professionals seeking to strengthen their work with families in order to better support student success in college.

Copyright:

2023

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781000898279

Related ISBNs:

9781032183695, 9781003254195, 9781032183688

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

07/04/23

Copyrighted By:

selection and editorial matter, Christine Self, Elizabeth Massengale and Amy Murphy

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Education

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Christine Self

Edited by:

Elizabeth Massengale

Edited by:

Amy Murphy