Student affairs in urban-serving institutions : voices from senior leaders / edited by Anna M. Ortiz.

Includes bibliographical references.

Understanding the urban serving institution / Tiffany J. Davis and Richard Walker -- The urban college student / Anthony Cruz and Franklyn Taylor -- Promoting student success / Corlisse Thomas and Andr' McKenzie -- Promoting engagement and belonging / Michael A. Freeman and Anna M. Ortiz -- Leading in an urban institution / Edward G. Whipple and Larry W. Lunsford -- Preparing student affairs professionals to serve in urban institutions / Darrell C. Ray, Ph.D. and Scott Radimer -- The vice president experience / Gail DiSabatino and Mariette Bien-Aime Ayala -- Student affairs in urban serving institutions / Anna M. Ortiz.

"Student Affairs in Urban-Serving Institutions addresses a critical gap in literature concerning the unique structure, students, and missions of Urban-Serving Institutions (USIs). Examining the challenges and contributions of student affairs professionals in serving and meeting the needs of urban students, this volume discusses how services and interventions must reflect the reality of students, understand the sociopolitical forces that affect students' lives, and bring together a network that includes family and community. Each chapter in this volume captures the voices of student affairs leaders who not only share a range of important professional experiences, insights, and lessons learned but also unpack research and literature on competencies, knowledge bases, and experiences needed to work in urban universities and community colleges. This important book will help graduate students as well as new and continuing professionals, faculty, and scholars impact practice and policy and become agents of change in their communities" -- Provided by publisher.