Activism, Burnout, and Community in Higher Education
Author | : Cher Weixia Chen |
Publisher | : Taylor & Francis |
Total Pages | : 126 |
Release | : 2024-11-13 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781040306482 |
ISBN-13 | : 1040306489 |
Rating | : 4/5 (489 Downloads) |
Download or read book Activism, Burnout, and Community in Higher Education written by Cher Weixia Chen and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-11-13 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This illuminating volume explores the often-overlooked relationship between college student activism and well-being, drawing on a multi-phase study that explores college students’ perspectives on how their activism impacts their well-being. Based on a study of 119 US college students, the authors share their findings through a constructivist, qualitative lens, revealing three key themes: The link between student activism and students’ identities, the non-negotiable time costs of activism and associated burnout, and the ways that students and higher education can benefit from a different way of considering university and community care. With scholarship exploring the connections between college student activism and well-being still nascent, this book pioneers a fresh understanding of the intersection between student activism and well-being, amplifying authentic student voices throughout and offering practical recommendations for student support. Through a combination of personal narratives, data analysis, and expert commentary, it explores what inspires college student activists to work to create a more just and equitable society, as well as the prevalence of burnout and the tools students use to mitigate their struggles and improve their own well-being. This book will be suitable for both undergraduate and graduate students as well as scholars, practitioners, and professionals in the larger higher education and social justice community.