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Major Decisions: A Phenomenological Study of the Experiences and Decision Making Processes of Undecided, First-Generation College Students
Title
Major Decisions: A Phenomenological Study of the Experiences and Decision Making Processes of Undecided, First-Generation College Students
Author
Siarzynski, Kristen
Date Created
2020
Subjects--Topical
Education, Higher
Description
While many students decide to attend college for increased career opportunities, first-generation college students (FGCS) are far more likely than their peers to report attending college for this reason (Bui, 2002; Byrd & MacDonald, 2005; Martinez...
Social Capital and Access to Higher Education: Barriers to Higher Education for African-American Women in the Rural South
Title
Social Capital and Access to Higher Education: Barriers to Higher Education for African-American Women in the Rural South
Author
Barber, Stacey
Date Created
2018
Subjects--Topical
Educational leadership
Description
The researcher conducted a qualitative interview study that identified barriers to higher education experienced by African-American women living in the rural South. The research questions were (1) What is the role of social capital in the accessib...
The Academic Achievement of African American Post-9/11 Veterans at Martin R. Delany State University (Pseudonym of an Actual Historically Black University)
Title
The Academic Achievement of African American Post-9/11 Veterans at Martin R. Delany State University (Pseudonym of an Actual Historically Black University)
Author
Hewitt, Dymilah
Date Created
2017
Subjects--Topical
Educational leadership
Description
The purpose of this study is to examine the academic experiences of veterans attending historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Following World War II, enrollment at HBCUs was as high as 35%. Broader access at traditional colleges and...