Professionalism, Scholarly Practice, and Professional Development in Student Affairs
Date
2007-01
Authors
Carpenter, Stanley D.
Stimpson, Matthew T.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
National Association of Student Personnel Administrators
Abstract
This article presents a synthesis of recent literature on professionalism in student affairs. Attention is given to the nature of professionalism, a discussion of student affairs as a profession, the scholarly practice of student affairs, and professional development in student affairs. The authors note that an assumption of professionalism pervades all activities in the field of student affairs, especially staffing and personnel matters. Implications are noted for individuals and organizations.
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Keywords
professionalism, student affairs, scholarly practice, professional development, Counseling, Leadership, Adult Education, and School Psychology
Citation
Carpenter, S. & Stimpson, M. T. (2007). Professionalism, Scholarly Practice, and Professional Development in Student Affairs. <i>Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice, 44</i>(2), pp. 265-284.