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How Higher Education
Works -
Make it Work for You!
Many students arrive on campus with little or no knowledge of the way a college or university works, the power dynamics that are at play, or who does what.
This section is designed to help you navigate your
institution
and make things happen on your campus!
I. Know
your Campus-Introduction
This introduction will help you understand why it is important to
take the time and learn how your institution works. This framework
will make the following sections even more valuable.
II. Decision-Making
Bodies on Campus
Each campus employs its own decision-making hierarchy, has different
administrative offices and boards, and incorporates student input
in a unique manner. Fortunately, however, there are several avenues
of influence common to most colleges and universities. Becoming familiar
with these offices and organizations, as well as their respective
spheres of influence, is the first step in understanding how your
campus works.
III. Know
Your Campus Survey
Based on the previous section, you now have a generic overview of
university decision-making bodies and the individuals who are part
of them. How can you apply this knowledge? Who are the people that
hold the power and make decision on your own campus? How can you gain
access to them? This survey will help you begin the process of formulating
and finding answers to these questions on your campus.
IV. Community
Mapping Resource Guide
Now you understand what decision-making bodies exist in higher education
and, specifically, those that hold the power at your institution.
This kit will help you determine what people and offices promote student
voice and civic engagement at your school and in what ways your campus
still needs to evolve.
V. Glossary
of Higher Education
Significant language barriers can challenge students who are trying
to generate cultural or institutional change on their campus, or in
their community. Students not only benefit from knowing what different
structures and roles on campus exist and why, but also benefit from
being able to speak the language of deans, presidents, and faculty.
This glossary can help you to communicate knowledgeably and effectively.
