For future student affairs professionals, the supervised practice experience is where theory learned in the classroom is put into practice.Learning through Supervised Practice in Student Affairsis designed to assist students and site supervisors in making the most of an experience where skills such as leadership, advising, conflict management and planning are applied. The foundation, structure and design of the supervised practice experience are discussed along with aspects of site relationships and legal and ethical issues. The authors focus attention on the theories and models that foster learning and understanding of higher education organizations while exercises, reflection points, and case studies illuminate the skill areas that students need to develop. Learning through Supervised Practice in Student Affairsbridges the gap between theory and practice, assisting students and site supervisors in constructing an experience that successfully contributes to learning and professionaldevelopment.