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Direct linkTobolowsky, Barbara F.; Cox, Bradley E.; Chunoo, Vivechkanand S. – Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice, 2020
Inherent challenges affect first-generation students' persistence from as early as the first college year. Using cultural capital as a guide, this study is unique in that it investigates the contribution of first-year policies and programs to the success of first-generation students in 57 bachelor's degree-granting institutions across five states…
Descriptors: First Generation College Students, College Freshmen, Cultural Capital, Educational Policy
Skipper, Tracy L., Ed. – National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, 2017
The responsibility for college success has historically rested with the student, but since the 1980s, educators have taken increasing ownership of this, designing structures that increase the likelihood of learning, success, and retention. These efforts have included a variety of initiatives--first year seminars, learning communities,…
Descriptors: Educational Practices, Academic Achievement, First Year Seminars, Undergraduate Students
Benjamin, Mimi; Earnest, Kurt; Gruenewald, Doug; Arthur, Ginny – New Directions for Student Services, 2007
At the beginning of the first year, student affairs staff members serve as educators through special programs and activities that have an impact on students' success in college.
Descriptors: Special Programs, Student Personnel Services, Student Personnel Workers, College Instruction
