T&D News April 8, 2018 S.C. State professor publishes book on value of faculty mentorship at HBCUs Dr. Cassandra Sligh-Conway, a S.C. State professor of rehabilitation counseling, recently published a book on the importance of senior faculty mentorship to junior faculty in higher education, especially at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. In "Faculty Mentorship at Historically Black Colleges and Universities," Sligh-Conway emphasizes the vital role that mentorship plays in an academic institution's survival, promoting more opportunities and positive learning experiences. Sligh-Conway's book is a refreshing presentation that notes the successful experiences HBCUs provide their faculty. The book examines diverse faculty members' perceptions of mentoring at HBCUs and suggests ways to enhance mentorship. "The experiences of faculty in this book will hopefully give junior and senior faculty members a unique perspective about how to ultimately be successful at any university. The insight provided in this book is given by faculty from HBCUs exclusively to highlight how these schools still serve as beacons of opportunity for a diverse faculty body," Sligh-Conway said. "Faculty Mentorship at Historically Black Colleges and Universities" also presents emerging research regarding the importance of recruiting, retaining and promoting faculty within HBCUs. While learning about various issues surrounding mentorship at colleges, readers will also learn about the benefits mentorship offers, such as professional development and psychosocial support. The book is deemed an important resource for educators, researchers, students, librarians and anyone who is seeking scholarly research concerning the growth of mentorship at historically black institutions. Sligh-Conway's book is available for purchase at: https://www.igi-global.com/book/faculty-mentorship-historically-black-colleges/182582. For more information, contact Dr. Cassandra Sligh-Conway at 803-536-7075 or csligh-dewalt@scsu.edu<mailto:csligh-dewalt@scsu.edu>. SANDRA M. PHOENIX HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. Brawley Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 404-978-2118 (office) 404-702-5854 (cell) http://www.hbculibraries.org/ sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org%3cmailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org>> Honor the ancestors, honor the children. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hbculibraryalliance1/ and Twitter https://twitter.com/HBCULibAlliance Check out "PULSE!" The HBCU Library Alliance's News Source! - https://hbculibraryalliance.wordpress.com/