Routledge - The Contentious Politics of Higher Education Book

Explore the complex dynamics of student activism and institutional change with this academic study from Routledge. Part of The Mobilization Series on Social Movements, Protest, and Culture, this book provides a deep analysis of how recent student mobilizations affect Italian and English universities. By applying neo-institutionalist and social movement approaches, the text examines real-world changes in student services, curriculum organization, and governance structures. This work investigates how the specific university context influences the impact of protests. The author looks at how different types of governance shape the strategies and tactics used by students, as well as the responses from the institutions being challenged. Readers will gain a better understanding of the differences between the Italian and English university systems, specifically regarding how governance affects the outcomes of social movements. This book is an essential resource for those studying sociology, political science, and the evolution of higher education structures.