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Homelessness and Housing Insecurity in Higher Education

A Trauma-Informed Approach to Research, Policy, and Practice: ASHE Higher Education Report

By: Ronald E. Hallett,Rashida Crutchfield

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Homelessness and Housing Insecurity in Higher Education

A Trauma-Informed Approach to Research, Policy, and Practice: ASHE Higher Education Report

By: Ronald E. Hallett,Rashida Crutchfield

Both colleges and policymakers recognize the importance of supporting students experiencing homelessness in higher education. The challenges involve both addressing issues of college access as well as developing strategies to support retention and degree completion once enrolled. This volume explores how homelessness intersects most social issues that marginalize individuals and negatively influence postsecondary completion, including poverty, foster care, and LGBTQ+ discrimination. As becomes evident, students experiencing homelessness should be considered in conversations about equity and access. For these students, completing some form of degree or certification beyond high school is a vital step in achieving future stability. Topics covered include: how residential experiences influence educational engagement and retention an overview of research related to housing insecurity in higher education federal and state policies related to homelessness in higher education a trauma-informed care approach to this issue an approach to understanding and studying housing insecurity among students ideas that will be necessary for policy and program development.

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144

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John Wiley & Sons

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ISBN 10

1119482372

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9781119482376

Addressing Homelessness and Housing Insecurity in Higher Education

Strategies for Educational Leaders

By: Ronald E. Hallett,Rashida M. Crutchfield,Jennifer J. Maguire

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Addressing Homelessness and Housing Insecurity in Higher Education

Strategies for Educational Leaders

By: Ronald E. Hallett,Rashida M. Crutchfield,Jennifer J. Maguire

Featuring vignettes of students experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, this book offers readers research-based, practical guidance for creating and implementing a plan of action to address these issues within their local context. Topics include trauma-informed frameworks, policies affecting homelessness and housing insecurity, transitioning students to college, supporting college retention, collaborations and partnerships, and life after college. This practical resource can be used as a professional development tool for student affairs, academic affairs, health and wellness centers, and other campus-based support services. “Provides context, but it also offers tangible suggestions for how you can develop or expand your philosophical, practical, and political efforts to address the needs of students.” —From the Foreword by Timothy P. White, chancellor of The California State University “These skilled authors provide invaluable insights into homelessness and guidance for how we can respond. This is important work that should be shared throughout higher education!” —Peter Miller, University of Wisconsin–Madison “This is a must-read for higher education professionals who want to support students affected by issues of housing insecurity and homelessness.” —Robert D. Reason, Iowa State University “This book not only enlightens leaders but also helps campuses to develop meaningful action plans through local evaluation and planning.” —Adrianna Kezar, University of Southern California

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