This book explores how belonging differs based on students’ social identities, such as race, gender, sexual orientation, or the conditions they encounter on campus. Belonging—with peers, in the classroom, or on campus—is a critical dimension of success at college. It can affect a student’s degree of academic adjustment, achievement, aspirations, or even whether a student stays in school. The 2nd Edition of College Students’ Sense of Belonging explores student sub-populations and campus environments, offering readers updated information about sense of belonging, how it develops for students, and a conceptual model for helping students belong and thrive. Underpinned by theory and research and offering practical guidelines for improving educational environments and policies, this book is an important resource for higher education and student affairs professionals, scholars, and graduate students interested in students’ success. New to this second edition: A refined theory of college students’ sense of belonging and review of current literature in light of new and emerging theories; Expanded best practices related to fostering sense of belonging in classrooms, clubs, residence halls, and other contexts; Updated research and insights for new student populations such as youth formerly in foster care, formerly incarcerated adults, and homeless students; Coverage on a broad range of topics since the first edition of this book, including cultural navigation, academic spotting, and the "shared faith" element of belonging.

College journals are often used for school work and assignments. College ruled composition books and college notebooks are everywhere! This Prompt Journal was created specifically with you, the student, in mind. College life is full of experiences, ideas, and moments - while going through these 60+ prompts, you'll be able to capture and remember the moments that mean the most to you. Use these prompts in a few different ways - either answer them directly, or use them to spark different ideas and write from the heart. Some of the college student journal prompts included are: What is the most unusual thing you have seen at school so far? What is one thing you want to accomplish in the first semester? What is one event you have attended this year? Was it fun? Why did you go? Where is your favorite spot on your school's campus? Why is it your favorite spot? Make a list of whitty comebacks you wish you'd have said earlier.; Are you looking forward to the next break? What is one thing you want to do over the break?; What do you look forward to when getting back to school? This journal is a great gift for a current college student or a new college student. Include this in your next care package for college students