“Being there for us:” Latino students and their first-year experiences in urban community colleges

Jalomo, Romero

doi:10.1016/s1479-3644(03)80009-5

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“…The transfer rate from most 2-year colleges to 4-year campuses remains relatively flat and low (Carnevale, 2002). There are numerous reasons why so many Latinas and Latinos do not persist in their studies and do not complete an academic transfer program at a community college (Jalomo, 2002). Postponement of gratification continues to be a major reason Latino students mention for not transferring to a 4-year college, along with other important obstacles (Garcia, 2003).…”

Section: Community Collegesmentioning

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Programs and Strategies to Increase Latino Students’ Educational Attainment

Haro

2004

Education and Urban Society

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This article presents strategies that Latino parents and Latino students need to know regarding preparing for and selecting the best undergraduate college or university for the career desired, especially if the choice involves engineering, mathematics, or the sciences. Access to pertinent information on preparation for admission to a college or a university of choice, and then how to negotiate the system to graduate in a timely manner with high grades, is discussed. Sources for advice on going to college can be located at community centers, public libraries, schools, and especially outreach programs and the internet. Moreover, the role of faculty and of academic-guidance personnel on most good campuses that are able to assist students to make informed decisions about career plans is provided. Whether a Latina or Latino student succeeds in going to graduate school involves having correct information, interacting and mentoring with supportive faculty, learning to use a computer with Internet capabilities, and completing a rigorous academic program.

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Section: Community Collegesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Programs and Strategies to Increase Latino Students’ Educational Attainment

Haro

2004

Education and Urban Society

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“Being there for us:” Latino students and their first-year experiences in urban community colleges

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Programs and Strategies to Increase Latino Students’ Educational Attainment

Programs and Strategies to Increase Latino Students’ Educational Attainment

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