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Creator:: Andreas, Michelle R.
Abstract:: The purpose of this phenomenological research is to deepen understanding of the interrelationship between being lesbian and community college leadership experiences, values, priorities, practices, and identity negotiation. The following outlines thematic research findings. 1. Lesbian community college administrators' have experiences in: -- Anti-lesbian work environments that exposed them to homophobic...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: background and work as an administrator in a community college system. My economic and professional status

Creator:: Hendrix, George A.
Abstract:: The focus of this study is a search for the voice of African American community college trustees as they work to impact the changes community colleges must make over the next quarter century. It examined the lived experiences and perceptions that selected African American community college trustees have of their...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: of Selected African American Community College Trustees. Abstract approved The focus of this study

Creator:: Jones, Gary E.
Abstract:: This study was designed to investigate a phenomenon, retention of Hispanic adult second language learners in Washington State's community colleges, from a qualitative paradigm and phenomenological approach. The focus of this study was to capture eight foreign-born Hispanic ESL non-continuators' voices and experiences, in their native language of Spanish, who...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: enrollment in the Oregon State University Community College Leadership Program. Dr. Sanchez has

Creator:: Souza, Katherine Zimmer
Abstract:: In this study, I explore the ideas of doctoral level counselor education students on spirituality using a postmodern feminist research paradigm. I have found spirituality to be vital aspect of my own life and have been pleased to see its importance recognized within the counseling field. I analyzed the data...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: - critical attitude toward how one's own preconceptions affect the research" (p. 67). I maintained this self

Creator:: Scott, Patricia Marie
Abstract:: The purpose of this qualitative study was to learn about the perceptions and experiences of students who graduated with the Associates of Arts/Oregon Transfer (AA/OT) degree. This study answered the following questions: 1) How did the AA/OT degree attainment assist in the overall achievement of goals? 2) How did AA/OT...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: degree at an urban community college in Oregon. Data analysis occurred through the creation of profiles

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