First-generation college students experiencing the "sophomore slump:" the need for continued support
Graduation Date
Spring 2017
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
Program
Master of Arts degree with a major in Education
Committee Chair Name
Dr. Eric Van Duzer
Committee Chair Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Second Committee Member Name
Dr. Mary Dingle
Second Committee Member Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Keywords
First-generation, Sophomore slump, Academic performance, College students, Autonomy, Self-efficacy, Student support, Challenges
Subject Categories
Education
Abstract
Students navigating their sophomore year can expect to declare a major, narrow their career options, and find their purpose as a college student. Also, during this time students can experience the “Sophomore Slump”, a time where students encounter dissatisfaction, confusion and uncertainty with college. Due to the well documented experiences of first-generation college students, this study examines the experiences of first-generation and continuing-generation students experiencing the “Sophomore Slump.” Through quantitative and qualitative methods occurring over spring and fall 2016 and spring 2017 semesters the results identify areas where first-generation students experience challenges in relation to the “Sophomore Slump” to a greater degree than their continuing-generation counterparts. Recommendations are made to provide support for academic success of first-generation college students, during their sophomore year.
Citation Style
APA
Recommended Citation
Bacio, Sarah J., "First-generation college students experiencing the "sophomore slump:" the need for continued support" (2017). Cal Poly Humboldt theses and projects. 43.
https://digitalcommons.humboldt.edu/etd/43
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