An Integrative Literature Review of Student Affairs Competencies: A Meta-Analysis

Abstract

The study reviewed 17 years of research extending the work of Lovell and Kosten (2000) on student affairs competencies important for professional preparation and practice. A meta-analysis was used to organize and present data on 22 articles concerned with knowledge, skills, dispositions, curriculum, multicultural competency, and professional development. Findings indicated a developing consensus in student affairs toward a more administrative focus to compliment human facilitation skills and the need for continuing research.