Date Approved
6-23-2011
Embargo Period
3-3-2020
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.A. Higher Education
Department
Educational Services, Administration, and Higher Education
College
College of Education
Advisor
Sisco, Burton
Subject(s)
First-generation college students; Academic achievement
Disciplines
Higher Education
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the involvement patterns of eight selected high achieving first-generation students at Rowan University during the Spring 2011 semester. Participants took part in three separate interview sessions to examine past high school experiences, current college involvement, and future aspirations. Interviews were transcribed and data were analyzed through content analysis. The study found that the majority of students were involved in a campus related activity while also achieving academic success. Students were encouraged to be involved by individuals in the environment and they attributed their transition and success in college to specific mentors. The majority of participants believed involvement to be important for all collegians, especially those deemed first-generation. The perceived importance of involvement encouraged the majority of participants to continue their involvement in the future. Participants' overall college experience has led all students to have future aspirations, including the obtainment of advanced degrees.
Recommended Citation
Kouzoukas, Georgia, "Involvement patterns of high achieving first-generation collegians" (2011). Theses and Dissertations. 492.
https://rdw.rowan.edu/etd/492
