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Immigrant lives and presidential dreams : exploring the experiences of Latino community college presidents

Creator:: Rodríguez, Francisco C.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences, events, and circumstances that provided Latino educators the opportunity for ascendancy to the presidency of a California community college. This study aimed to recapture the individual experiences of current Latino community college presidents from working class, immigrant family backgrounds as...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Profiles in courage of community college leaders

Creator:: Kruger, Mari L.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to explore the lived experience of courage among community college leaders across the United States. The following questions guided the research: (1) What is the courageous experience like for a community college leader? (2) What is the process of courage development? (3) What are...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Education presented on June 14, 2007. Title: Profiles in Courage of Community College Leaders

Forging their way : the experience of single fathers on a community college campus

Creator:: Cook, Tim S.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to understand the experiences of single fathers attending a community college. Single fathers comprise one-fifth of all single parent families, yet little research has been done on this growing segment of the population. A phenomenological approach was utilized to examine the attributes, needs, and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Experience of Single Fathers on a Community College Campus. Abstract approved: Alex A. Sanchez The purpose

The experiences of Asian American females seeking vice president and president positions in community colleges : A view of the barriers and facilitators

Creator:: Somer, Marcia G.
Abstract:: This qualitative narrative inquiry study explored the experiences and perspectives of five Asian American females who have sought presidencies and/or vice presidencies in community colleges. All five of the participants are currently either a president or vice president in community colleges. This study found nine themes that capture the barriers...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Asian American female attain the career goal of higher level administrator in a community college

Leadership challenges for disabled students programs and services in the California community colleges : a phenomenological exploration of the lived experience of mid level administrators

Creator:: Franklin Martinez, Windy
Abstract:: The purposes of this phenomenological inquiry was to examine the challenges faced by administrative leaders of Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) at California community colleges (CCC) from the perspectives of current practitioners. This study was undertaken for the following reasons: (a) the increasing number of students with disabilities accessing...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: mid-level administrator in the community college model have been difficult, and, in some cases

Racial identity development among college students : an examination of five students' perspectives

Creator:: White, Jessica
Abstract:: This research sought to "get at" students' understandings of their own racial identity development. The limited degree with which participants have been heard and honored in research activities points to the need to inquire about their experiences first-hand, respect their stories, and consider their voices among, or in spite of,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Development Among College Students: An Examination of Five Students' Perspectives. Abstract approved: This

New international students' perceptions of U.S. professors

Creator:: Barclay, Heather E.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine new international students' perceptions of United States professors upon entrance into the university and after two months in class, and if differences in expectations exist between groups of students based on demographic variables. A survey designed to assess these expectations was administered...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Heather E. Barclay for the degree of Master of Science in College

Student involvement and study abroad : exploring Astin's Theory in an overseas program in France

Creator:: Crust, Susan L.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine whether Alexander Astin's Theory of Student Involvement could be applied to an academic experience in an overseas setting. Using data collected from the program evaluations of 79 students who had participated in the Oregon University System exchange program in Lyon, France during...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: degree of Doctor of Philosophy in College Student Services Administration presented on November 2. 1998

Hearing their voices : college experiences of urban American Indian women

Creator:: Berry, Linda Converse
Abstract:: The purpose of this study is to explore, through their own voices, the higher education experiences of selected urban American Indian females in California community colleges. This study is an attempt to identify pathways to academic success by teasing out college practices and support systems that help Native women navigate...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Education presented on September 24, 2007. Title: Hearing Their Voices: College Experiences of Urban

Faculty perspectives on multicultural components of course curriculum

Creator:: Creighton, Clare S.
Abstract:: Multicultural curriculum, as a facet of multicultural education is not a new topic in higher education. Although there are many theories that describe multicultural curriculum (Banks, 1997b; Bennett, 2007), and a multitude of ideas and suggestions for best practices, several studies show there is not overwhelming faculty support for or...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: for the degree of Master of Science in College Student Services Administration presented on April 21

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Immigrant lives and presidential dreams : exploring the experiences of Latino community college presidents

Profiles in courage of community college leaders

Forging their way : the experience of single fathers on a community college campus

The experiences of Asian American females seeking vice president and president positions in community colleges : A view of the barriers and facilitators

Leadership challenges for disabled students programs and services in the California community colleges : a phenomenological exploration of the lived experience of mid level administrators

Racial identity development among college students : an examination of five students' perspectives

New international students' perceptions of U.S. professors

Student involvement and study abroad : exploring Astin's Theory in an overseas program in France

Hearing their voices : college experiences of urban American Indian women

Faculty perspectives on multicultural components of course curriculum

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