The Role of Student Organizations in Developing Leadership

How can formal student organizations in secondary and post-secondary education leverage the development of student leadership capacities? After describing the historical and current significance of student organizations, this volume explores effective organizational structures to promote leadership growth. It then focuses on identity-based and professional groups, and how educators can build stronger connections to keep students involved throughout their educational careers.

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David M. Rosch is associate professor in the Agricultural Education program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His particular areas of interest include the leadership development of young adults and the effects of leadership programs and courses on development.