School of Education

Dr. Robert H. Shaffer was a pioneer in the field of College Student Personnel and Student Affairs. His work spanned the course of four decades (approximately 1940-1981). At Indiana University, Shaffer worked with students in regards to health, housing, financial aid, and academic issues. In addition, Shaffer worked with several associations of professional student affairs workers. In 1951, Shaffer was elected the first president of the newly formed American Personnel and Guidance Association (APGA).

Director of the student personnel administration program, Shaffer served as dean of students at Indiana University from 1955-1968. During that time he helped in establishing one of the "most highly respected personnel and residence hall counseling programs in the nation." - Indiana University, 1970

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Photo of Robert Teaching

Photo of Robert with Students in 1985

Photo of Robert with Students