ERIC Number: ED664330
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 165
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: 979-8-3467-4054-4
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College Students' Perceptions of the Campus Climate of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Students at a Native Hawaiian Serving College
Sylvia A. Carter
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Florida Gulf Coast University
This research aimed to assess students' perception of the campus climate as it relates to issues of gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation at a community college in Hawai'i. Despite LGBTQ+ individuals' historical acceptance in Hawai'i, little research explores their current experiences within higher education, specifically their perception of campus climate. Guiding the research is queer theory, which acknowledges the fluidity and interconnectedness of gender and sexual identities. This framework challenges assumptions of heteronormativity, aligning with the Hawaiian concept of "mahu," where individuals do not fit neatly into fixed categories of gender or sexual orientation. The study utilizes a criterion-based survey distributed to traditionally aged students employing a quantitative approach. The study investigates the hypothesized differences in experiences between these groups using data on demographics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and perceived campus climate. The findings reveal significant disparities in reported campus climate, with LGBTQ+ and transgender students feeling less included and supported. These findings highlight areas for improvement, such as addressing faculty bias, strengthening harassment prevention measures, and promoting more inclusive campus events. Ultimately, the study recommends empowering college administrators to create a more welcoming and equitable learning environment for all students by tackling these identified weaknesses in current policies and practices. [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: Student Attitudes, College Environment, LGBTQ People, Community College Students, Sexual Identity, Sexual Orientation, Community Colleges, Administrator Role, Teacher Attitudes, Social Bias
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Two Year Colleges
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Hawaii
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