Publications & Research

Through writing, I strive to contribute thought leadership that blends scholarship and lived experience, offering insights that are practical, reflective, and focused on advancing practice in various settings. Below is a list of publications that I am proud to share.

Book Publications

Kerr, K. G., Edwards, K. E., Tweedy, J., Lichterman, H.L., & Knerr, A. (June 2020). The Curricular Approach to Student Affairs: A Revolutionary Shift for Learning Beyond the Classroom. Sterling, VA: Stylus Publishing.

Lichterman, H., Friedman, D., Fallucca, A., & Steinas, J. (2016). Common Courses: A developing linked coursework perspective, first-year seminars and learning communities. In Schmidt, L. C., In Graziano, J., (Eds.) & National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience & Students in Transition (University of South Carolina). Building synergy for high-impact educational initiatives: First-year seminars and learning communities.

Blog Publication 

Edwards, K., Kerr, K. G., & Lichterman, H. (2016, March). Transformative Residential Curricula: Lessons Learned Over 10 Years. ACPA – College Student Educators International Commission on Housing and Residence Life [Blog] via https://acpahousing.wordpress.com/2017/03/23/transformative-residential-curricula-lessons-learned-over-10-years/

Journal Publications

Kniess, D., Varga, M. & Lichterman, H. (Eds.). (May 2019). Training and development in housing and residence life. The Journal of College and University Student Housing.

Lichterman, H., & Bloom, J. (April 2019). The curricular approach to residential education: Lessons for Student Affairs Practice. College Student Affairs Journal 37(1), 54-67. Southern Association for College Student Affairs.

Magazine Publications 

Woosley, S., & Lichterman, H. L. (March-April 2026). The story behind the picture: A picture is worth a thousand words. Photovoice may be worth more. Talking Stick: Association of College and University Housing Officers – International.

Lichterman, H., Payne-Kirchmeier, J., Perillo, P., Phillips, C., & Tolliver, J.R. (2025). Curiosity: A powerful tool to navigate change and inspire innovation. Leadership Exchange. NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. https://www.leadershipexchange-digital.com/leadershipexchange/library/item/2025fall  

Dusseault, E., Lichterman, H. L., & Woosley, S. From Stagnation to Transformation: Why Curiosity is Higher Education’s Next Strategic Move. Change: The Magazine of Higher Learning (Forthcoming).

Lichterman, H. (November-December 2023). Embracing a Curious Mindset. Talking Stick: Association of College and University Housing Officers – International.

Tormey, T., & Lichterman, H.L. (Jan.-Feb. 2020). Designing the First-Year Experience: Survey helps to identify common practices to support incoming students. Talking Stick: Association of College and University Housing Officers – International.

Bruner, H., & Lichterman, H. (Sept.-October 2019). Timing is everything: A look into the effect of interim roles on individuals, the community, and the institution. Talking Stick: Association of College and University Housing Officers – International.

Hobgood, B. K., & Lichterman, H. (October 2017). Priorities: Remaining student focused throughout your career. Talking Stick: Association of College and University Housing Officers – International.

Research 

Lichterman, H. L.(2016). Organizational Perspective On Implementing The Residential Curriculum Approach: An Ethnographic Case Study. (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from https://scholarcommons.sc.edu/etd/3817 

Lichterman, H. L., & Hyman, R. E. (2004). Self-efficacy beliefs of assistant residence hall directors at Ball State University. Thesis (M.A.) Ball State University, 2004. https://cardinalscholar.bsu.edu/handle/20.500.14291/187877