Realizing the Educational Potential of Residence Halls"'Must' reading for professionals who work in residentialinstitutions." --Alexander W. Astin, professor of higher education anddirector of the Higher Education Research Institute, University ofCalifornia, Los Angeles This book offers an insightful and practical discussion of howthe outcomes of college education can be strengthened throughthoughtful, educationally rich programs that make residence halls amore integral part of the overall educational experience. |
Contents
The Role of Residence Halls | 1 |
The Impact of Residential Life on Students | 22 |
Creating a Context for Educational Success | 53 |
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