This study explored the impact of race on the higher education transition experiences of three groups of male student veterans: Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Asian. Grounded in the premise of Critical Race Theory, especially Cabrera's Hegemonic Whiteness and Yosso's Cultural Capital, we collected and analyzed 17 student veterans' in-depth interviews…

This article reports on an exploratory study that examined the transition to independence in Stage 2 of the doctoral student experience in two applied social science fields. We rely on an interdisciplinary framework that integrates developmental networks and sociocultural perspectives of learning to better understand the connection between the…

This study examined whether Muslim students' college experiences, GPA, and satisfaction were different from their non-Muslim peers. Muslim students were more engaged in diversity-related activities, but were less satisfied with their college experience than Jewish students. The implications suggest extending the scope of campus diversity beyond…

A number of colleges throughout the country are now engaging in the practice of awarding "credit for life/work experience." Some of the institutional practices currently being followed are discussed along with a number of issues that any institution about to embark on this process should consider. (Editor/PG)

A study examined the social integration aspects of Tinto's model and conceptions of college student "rites of passage" through interviews with 25 freshmen. Findings generally support the model's propositions but indicate that postmatriculation experiences external to the institution are more important to social integration than the model…

Based on an analysis of responses from baccalaureate programs evaluating life experiences, a basis for a student fee system is developed, and the cost implications of alternative processes are explored. Practices at several institutions are reported. (Author/LBH)

The SUM (Single-Unit Module) Project is being conducted at the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences at San Francisco State University to explore what would happen to students, faculty, and the administration of the University, if students were presented with a quasi-programmed set of instructional materials and allowed to proceed entirely at…

The purpose of this paper is to extend the current state of knowledge about the conditions under which faculty do make an impact on students. (Author)

Explores antecedents and consequences of interdependence development when undergraduates (n=65) learning in groups were provided with little guidance on how to work together effectively. Finds previous class group work and out-of-class experiences contributed to development of goal, resource, and role interdependence among group members. Concludes…

A study examined the experiences of eight undergraduate students with learning disabilities at a large state university. Data were gathered in interviews with the students, director of disabled student services, a tutor, and one faculty member. Analysis focused on student attitudes and behaviors affecting the college experience, institutional…

Credentialing educational accomplishment is an important function of colleges and universities. It is shown that accreditation and national assessment programs provide academe with effective tools for improving the quality and social justice of the credentialing system regarding extrainstitutional learning. National testing programs, ACE credit…

Describes courses developed on the reality world" of the student, focusing on student experience instead of the traditional subject matter. (IR)

A study drew on observation and interview data to examine the early encounters of traditional-age first-year students with campus bureaucracy, focusing on their definitions and coping strategies. Though frustrated by lines, impersonal treatment, and "runarounds," most accepted bureaucracy with superficial equanimity. Results help explain how…

A study used the College Student Experiences Questionnaire database to examine whether a "chilly classroom climate" exists for women students in higher education, and if so, whether faculty behavior contributes to this environment. Results show female students were not experiencing this climate, and reported college experiences and gains…