Developing Student Development
The role of student development in higher education as a practice has developed significantly since its beginnings at the close of the 19th century. The student development practitioner, particularly the chief student affairs officer of an institution, must work comfortably in several arenas. This article intends to present the various areas of responsibility for student development personnel detailed in applicable literature. It is further intended to serve as a primer for further research by citing authors who develop the topics highlighted in this article.