ERIC Number: ED652977
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 111
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ISBN: 979-8-3824-9373-2
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Creating and Assessing a Veterans Onboarding Program (VOP): Supporting Student Transitions to College
Sarah A. Levin
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Wilmington University (Delaware)
Student veterans may encounter educational barriers that can impact transitions to college. This research focused on veteran transitions to college during onboarding. Onboarding is beneficial in a higher education setting and, when properly deployed, can help ease transitions. This study involved the development, implementation, and assessment of a newly created Veterans Onboarding Program (VOP) to improve access to services and resources and to assess the effectiveness of the program. Using a mixed methods study design, I explored the benefits of the VOP and enhancements to improve upon the program. Study participants included students utilizing veterans' educational benefits. Quantitative survey question responses were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney U Comparative test and mapped to inquiry questions to analyze program benefits and areas for enhancement. Using thematic analysis of participants' qualitative responses, I coded open-ended survey responses, found themes, and mapped them to the inquiry questions to determine if the content areas were beneficial and to identify areas for improvement. The results of the study indicated the modules were beneficial and should be included in future iterations of the VOP. The information provided in the onboarding program assisted student veterans in identifying services and locating resources. The results also revealed additional information to incorporate into the onboarding program. Given that all content areas of the VOP were found to be beneficial, I recommend using the modules to establish a permanent onboarding program at the institution where the study was conducted. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: School Orientation, Program Development, Transitional Programs, Program Evaluation, Veterans Education, Higher Education, Access to Education, Academic Support Services, Educational Resources, Shared Resources and Services
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Adult Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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