"Student Development in College is the go-to resource for student affairs, and is considered a key reference for those most committed to conscious and intentional student affairs practice. This third edition includes new chapters on social class, disability, and emerging identity theories, with expanded coverage of faith and gender identity. A new framework provides guidance for facilitating dialogues about theory, teaching theory, and the importance of educators as consumers of theory. Discussion questions conclude each chapter and vignettes are woven throughout to provide practical context for theory. Learning activities in the appendix promote comprehension and application of theory"-- Back cover.

An introduction to student development theory -- Foundations for understanding student development theory -- Using student development theory -- Social identity concepts and overview -- Racial identity development -- Ethnic identity development and acculturation -- Sexual identity development -- Gender and gender identity development -- Development of faith and spirituality -- Disability identities and identity development -- Social class and identity -- Emerging theoretical perspectives on student experiences and identities -- Psychosocial identity development -- Epistemological and intellectual development -- Moral identity development -- Development of self-authorship -- Student affairs educators as partners in using student development theory -- Implications and future directions for practice, research, and theory development.