The Impacts of Green Space on Student Experience at an Urban Community College: An Exploration of Wellbeing, Belonging, and Scholarly Identity

The book explores the physical and spatial factors of urban campus design that influence student experience and wellbeing, using Bronx Community College, New York, as a case study. It examines how the presence or absence of green space impacts students' sense of belonging, stress reduction, and scholarly identities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 102 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into a thorough case study that explores the physical and spatial aspects of urban campus design, aiming to enhance student experience and well-being. Providing a rich historical backdrop, the text highlights the foundational concepts and purposes of college sites in the United States, tracing the economic reforms and policies that have shaped the development of today's inner-city campuses.

Focusing on Bronx Community College in New York, the book specifically examines the impact of green space on students, shedding light on how its presence or absence shapes their academic journey. Through diverse student voices, the text explores how students utilize open spaces, unraveling how these spaces influence their sense of belonging, stress reduction, and scholarly identities.

The authors' historical and qualitative research, supported by a substantial body of textual and on-site investigation, yields original insights. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and academics with a keen interest in urban education and higher education. Particularly appealing to those focused on multicultural education and education policy, it offers valuable perspectives and methodologies for understanding the complexities of urban campus environments.

Weight: 160g
Dimension: 215 x 138 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367672805