Student Services: A Handbook for the Profession

Edited by John H. Schuh and published by Jossey-Bass in 2016, this sixth edition of the bestselling student affairs text has been thoroughly updated to reflect current scholarship and practices. With a print length of 640 pages, this comprehensive handbook is essential for graduate students in student affairs, as well as professionals in the field.

Written by top scholars and practitioners, Student Services offers an accessible yet theoretically grounded approach to understanding the complexities of student affairs. New chapters on student development, crisis management, programming, and applications have been added to address contemporary issues. The book also features contributions from twenty new authors who bring fresh perspectives on vital topics such as ethical standards, campus culture, psychosocial development, student retention, assessment, and evaluation.

End-of-chapter questions are included to aid in the reinforcement of material, while unique coverage of critical theoretical perspectives, counseling and helping skills, advising, leadership, environmental theories, and other relevant subjects make this a foundational resource for those preparing for a career in student affairs. The book provides an extensive overview of the field’s diverse services and support roles on various types of campuses, offering invaluable real-world insights from leading practitioners.

Read more to discover how Student Services can be your go-to guide in this ever-evolving profession.