Book Review: Kruss, Glenda, Mariette Visser, and Mogau Aphane. (2012) Academic Interaction with Social Partners: Investigating the Contribution of Universities to Economic and Social Development. Cape Town, South Africa: HSRC.

Authors

  • Charles Norman Dept of Psy, ISU

Abstract

A research monograph based on a sample of 2159 academics at five South African universities.  The results indicate that university policies, structures, and resources are significant factors that promote community engagement.  The research provides a rich source of data for proponents of community engagement.

Author Biography

Charles Norman, Dept of Psy, ISU

Charles Norman, Associate Professor of Sociology, Dept. of Psychology, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN 47809; Teaching and Research specialties--Human Rights, Diversity, Social Problems; Contact: Charles.Norman@indstate.edu (812.237.3433 or Fax: 812.237.4378

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Published

12/05/2013

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (2013)

Section

Book Reviews

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