As scholars & practitioners in higher education attempt to embrace & lead diversity efforts it is imperative that they have an understanding of the issues that affect historically underrepresented students Using an intersectional approach that connects the categories of race class & gender Diversity & Inclusion on Campus comprehensively covers the range of college experiences from gaining access to higher education to successfully persisting through degree programs Authors Winkle-Wagner & Locks bridge research theory & practice related to the ways that peers faculty administrators & institutions can & do influence racially & ethnically underrepresented students' experiences This book is an invaluable resource for future & current higher education & student affairs practitioners working toward full inclusion & participation for all students in higher education Special features Chapter Case Studies-cases written by on-the-ground practitioners help readers make meaningful connections between theory research & practice Coverage of Theory & Research-each chapter provides a systematic treatment of the literature & research related to underrepresented students' experiences of getting into college getting through college & getting out of college Discussion Questions-questions encourage practitioners & researchers to explore concepts in more depth consider best practices & make connections to their own contexts