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The role of Dean of Students is pivotal: in students’ lives; for
their institutions as a conduit to senior administration about
issues of concern to students; as a figure who can coordinate
disparate campus constituencies -- from academic affairs and
athletics to campus safety and relationships with parents and
alums; and as a crisis manager. What preparation, skills,
dispositions, and knowledge do DOSs need to be effective in their
role; and, indeed, what areas and range of activities generally
fall under their responsibility? Through chapters by experienced
DOSs--from early career to veterans, and in between--this book
provides vivid first-hand accounts of what’s involved in managing
the multiple roles of the deanship, its immense personal rewards,
the positive impact that practitioners can make in the lives of
students, and on campus policy and environment, without glossing
over the demands on time and the concomitant stresses. The
contributors describe the paths they followed to take on the role,
and what they do to keep current. Each chapter offers a wealth of
anecdotes that provide an insider’s feel for the daily life of
the DOS, and how incumbents have found ways to integrate family and
personal needs with the discharging of their often demanding
responsibilities. The contributing authors offer valuable advice on
setting priorities and dealing with issues as varied as setting
budgets, creating an effective team, delegation, and addressing
student conduct issues. They offer guidance on developing allies
across campus, keeping up to date with trends and legislation, and
building a network of mentors and advisors through professional
associations and connection with their peers at institutions around
the country. The book concludes with some perspectives about the
meaning and purpose of the dean of students role in our current era
and as we look to the future of higher education. The dean of
students is a challenging role because it is often the one
administrator thrust onto the frontlines to meet students not only
at their best, but also at their worst. This person is an advocate
and educator, disciplinarian and friend, confidant and counselor,
and advisor and parent all rolled into one. Keep Calm and Call the
Dean of Students offers a unique window into this challenging and
rewarding position that will appeal to sitting deans; to those
seeking this role; and to senior leaders in higher education
seeking to appoint a DOS and/or organize a dean of students
portfolio of responsibilities.
The role of Dean of Students is pivotal: in students' lives; for
their institutions as a conduit to senior administration about
issues of concern to students; as a figure who can coordinate
disparate campus constituencies -- from academic affairs and
athletics to campus safety and relationships with parents and
alums; and as a crisis manager. What preparation, skills,
dispositions, and knowledge do DOSs need to be effective in their
role; and, indeed, what areas and range of activities generally
fall under their responsibility? Through chapters by experienced
DOSs--from early career to veterans, and in between--this book
provides vivid first-hand accounts of what's involved in managing
the multiple roles of the deanship, its immense personal rewards,
the positive impact that practitioners can make in the lives of
students, and on campus policy and environment, without glossing
over the demands on time and the concomitant stresses. The
contributors describe the paths they followed to take on the role,
and what they do to keep current. Each chapter offers a wealth of
anecdotes that provide an insider's feel for the daily life of the
DOS, and how incumbents have found ways to integrate family and
personal needs with the discharging of their often demanding
responsibilities. The contributing authors offer valuable advice on
setting priorities and dealing with issues as varied as setting
budgets, creating an effective team, delegation, and addressing
student conduct issues. They offer guidance on developing allies
across campus, keeping up to date with trends and legislation, and
building a network of mentors and advisors through professional
associations and connection with their peers at institutions around
the country. The book concludes with some perspectives about the
meaning and purpose of the dean of students role in our current era
and as we look to the future of higher education. The dean of
students is a challenging role because it is often the one
administrator thrust onto the frontlines to meet students not only
at their best, but also at their worst. This person is an advocate
and educator, disciplinarian and friend, confidant and counselor,
and advisor and parent all rolled into one. Keep Calm and Call the
Dean of Students offers a unique window into this challenging and
rewarding position that will appeal to sitting deans; to those
seeking this role; and to senior leaders in higher education
seeking to appoint a DOS and/or organize a dean of students
portfolio of responsibilities.
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