College Men and Masculinities: Theory, Research, and Implications for Practice

COLLEGE MEN and Masculinities is a comprehensive handbook thatoffers a compilation of the best classic and contemporary researchon male students in higher education. The editors, Shaun R. Harperand Frank Harris III--two experts in the field of men andmasculinities--frame each of the six sections of the book witha summary of issues and implications for educational practice. Eachsection also includes a wealth of forward-thinking strategies andsuggestions that faculty and institutional leaders can creativelyemploy on their campuses to reverse problematic trends and outcomesamong male undergraduates.

With contributions from leading scholars in education, sociology, psychology, and other disciplines, College Men andMasculinities explores the following issues in depth:

• Identity development and gender socialization

• Sexualities and sexual orientations

• Destructive behaviors (judicial offenses, alcohol abuse, andviolence)

• Health and wellness

• College men of color

• College men and sports

This vital resource will help educators and administratorsaddress the alarming trends and issues that arise fromidentity-related challenges among boys and college men.

"What a valuable resource This book includes some of the mostinfluential research and theory on all aspects of collegiatemasculinity--from sports to spirituality, hazing to hook-ups, and alcohol to assault. Always sensitive to how different groups ofmen experience college life, Harper and Harris's book will surelybecome the touchstone text for those who work with or study collegemen."--Michael Kimmel, author of Manhood in America andprofessor of sociology, Stony Brook University

"Essential reading for all who care about gender equity, thisbook advances the conversation about men in college at the criticalnexus of identity development, culture, and relationship, enablingfaculty and student affairs administrators to build more thoughtfuland challenging educational environments for men from diversepopulations."--Susan Marine, Women's Center director andassistant dean for student life, Harvard University

"This book offers educators and administrators much-neededguidance for understanding and effectively meeting thedevelopmental, academic, and social needs of undergraduatemen."--Chauncey Smith, undergraduate student leader, MorehouseCollege