West Chester University
Education and Social Work
Educational Foundations and Policy Studies
Higher Education Policy and Student Affairs
- M.S.
- Student Learning & Development
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Dr. Jacqueline HodesProgram Statement
The focus of this program is on preparing graduate students to work as educators, practitioners and policy-makers in student affairs, student services and higher education. The program will help students comprehend, analyze and meet the changing needs and wants of the current college student. Students will learn how to use interpersonal skills and strategic interventions, especially as they relate to issues of equity and access, that lead to success for ALL students. Employing an Action Research Methodology, graduates of this program will be prepared to analyze current higher education practices and policies and create programs, services and interventions that generate positive impact and student success.
The program is aligned with the CAS (Council on the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education) Standards and the ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies.
Number of Program Faculty
Visitation Program
Requirements
- None Required
- Full time
- Part time
- In-person
- Evening