Attrition in the Student Affairs Profession

Lisa P. Lorden

NASPA Journal · 1998 · 13 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

The author examines the percieved attrition crisis in student affairs and reviews the literature on attrition in the field that has been reported to date. She explores overall career patterns, distinct factors that may influence decisions to leave student affairs, and some potential effects of attrition. She discusses implications for practice and offers recommendations for further research.