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Identified Influences on Second Generation Latina/os on Their Pathway Through Community College

Creator:

Jaime-Diaz, Jesus

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The purpose of this study is to determine factors that encourage second generation Latina/os to obtain a community college education. A critical qualitative ethnography focused on "Testimonio" was used in conducting this study. The key findings were formulated around three critical research questions. In relation to each research question, three...

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Masters Thesis

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, (i) personal experiences and major influences to attend community college. The student participants
Rural Latinas/os of the Pacific Northwest: College and the Experience of Self- Identification

Creator:

Zaragoza, Mariana C.

Abstract:

There is an ever growing number of Latinas/os who reside and have settled permanently in rural America. Unbeknownst to most, rural Latinas/os face adversities unfamiliar to those living outside of this scope. As it stands, the barriers urban Latinas/os students face when transitioning to college has been well documented. However,...

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Masters Thesis

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development? As the Latina/o college student population increases, it is vital to examine their transition
A Tale of Two Schools : Exploring Race and Class Inequalities for Latino Students in the Salem-Keizer School District

Creator:

Hendrick, Lisa

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The purpose of this study is to examine significant and persistent problems within the Salem-Keizer School District, particularly when comparing Douglas McKay High School to West Salem High School. Douglas McKay High School is one of the physically smallest schools in the district, with over 2000 students and has the...

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Masters Thesis

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highest percentage of Latino students with 65 percent Hispanic and 19% white (Salem-Keizer School