Abstract:This article examines the perception of college based on the investment in human or social capital. An online survey was used to collect data. After deleting the responses from older cohorts (Baby Boomers and the Silent Generation) and incomplete responses, the sample consisted of 1,000 adult participants who had student loans. Similarities and differences between generations X and Y student loan borrowers were investigated. Generation Y ranked social capital reasons for a college education higher than human c… Show more
“…Cultural capital, also called human capital, is knowledge that guides individuals or groups through society and affects interactions with others, judgment by others, and opportunities available [6,8,9,10]. Cultural capital takes the form of material goods (e.g., books, “proper” clothing) and symbolic elements (e.g., knowledge of societal customs, manners, and values; skill set; formal education credentials; socialization to express society’s valued attitudes and behaviors) that are admired and rewarded by society (e.g., college degree, slenderness).…”
This study explored the differences in weight-related characteristics when socioeconomic status (SES) was assessed by economic, cultural, social, and environmental-health capital individually and as a composite with the goal of determining the stability of differences across types of capital and to ascertain whether single or a combination of capital indicators of SES should be used in nutrition and public health studies. Mothers (n = 557) of young children completed a survey assessing capital and weight-related characteristics. Mothers with higher economic, cultural, and social capital and composite SES had fewer sugar-sweetened beverage servings, fewer meals in front of the TV, more food security, and greater neighborhood space/supports for physical activity than comparators. Few differences occurred among environmental-health capital groups. Composite SES performed similarly to individual economic, cultural, and social capital measures. Findings suggest single SES indicators may be sufficiently stable to capture differences in weight-related characteristics. Each capital type captures a unique aspect of SES; thus, assessing an array of capital types could advance understanding of SES aspects on weight-related characteristics.
“…Cultural capital, also called human capital, is knowledge that guides individuals or groups through society and affects interactions with others, judgment by others, and opportunities available [6,8,9,10]. Cultural capital takes the form of material goods (e.g., books, “proper” clothing) and symbolic elements (e.g., knowledge of societal customs, manners, and values; skill set; formal education credentials; socialization to express society’s valued attitudes and behaviors) that are admired and rewarded by society (e.g., college degree, slenderness).…”
This study explored the differences in weight-related characteristics when socioeconomic status (SES) was assessed by economic, cultural, social, and environmental-health capital individually and as a composite with the goal of determining the stability of differences across types of capital and to ascertain whether single or a combination of capital indicators of SES should be used in nutrition and public health studies. Mothers (n = 557) of young children completed a survey assessing capital and weight-related characteristics. Mothers with higher economic, cultural, and social capital and composite SES had fewer sugar-sweetened beverage servings, fewer meals in front of the TV, more food security, and greater neighborhood space/supports for physical activity than comparators. Few differences occurred among environmental-health capital groups. Composite SES performed similarly to individual economic, cultural, and social capital measures. Findings suggest single SES indicators may be sufficiently stable to capture differences in weight-related characteristics. Each capital type captures a unique aspect of SES; thus, assessing an array of capital types could advance understanding of SES aspects on weight-related characteristics.
“…Previous research has shown generational differences in career patterns [35] and expectations from education [31,81], but few studies have examined how parents from differing generations (i.e., Generation X vs Millennials) who both have children of the same age group (i.e., preschoolers) differ. The findings of this study reveal that Generation X mothers were more educated than Millennial mothers, which is not surprising as Millennial mothers are younger and might continue their education at a later age for a workplace advancement or salary increase [32].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…For instance, Generation X witnessed a shift in communication tools whereas Millennials grew up surrounded by modern technology and the Internet [30]. Millennial students tend to value college education for its extrinsic or social capital benefits, such as for making more money or meeting new friends, whereas Generation X students tend to value intrinsic benefits, such as the appreciation of knowledge [31,32]. Millennials also are more individualistic, less altruistic at work [33,34], and experience greater job mobility than previous generations [35].…”
A ‘generation’ is an identifiable group sharing birth years and significant life events at critical developmental ages. There is a paucity of literature examining how parental cognitions and lifestyle behaviors differ by generation and whether generational differences are substantial enough to warrant consideration during the development of health interventions. This study compared generational differences in weight-related cognitions and lifestyle behaviors of mothers of young children who were categorized as Generation X (born 1965–1981, n = 158) and Generation Y (aka Millennials; born 1982–1999, n = 162). Survey results indicated that Generation X had significantly higher family affluence; thus, this was controlled in subsequent analyses. Analysis of covariance indicated that Millennials had more positive expectations about the benefits of engaging in healthy eating and physical activity than comparators, but not significantly so. Millennial mothers placed significantly higher value on physical activity for themselves than Generation X mothers, but both generations were neutral on the value of personal physical activity. No generational differences were noted in self-efficacy of mothers for promoting childhood obesity-prevention practices to children and self-efficacy for personally engaging in weight-protective behaviors. Millennial mothers had significantly more family meals/week, however generations did not differ on the value placed on family meals, where family meals were eaten, or whether media devices were used at mealtime. Few differences were noted between the generations for most child feeding behaviors, except that Millennials reported placing significantly less pressure on children to eat. Mothers’ modeling of weight-related behaviors as a means for children’s observational learning about healthy eating, physical activity, and sedentary behaviors did not differ by generational group. The eating behaviors of mothers differed little between generations. Millennial mothers allowed significantly more media devices in children’s bedrooms and personally engaged in more screen time daily than comparators. Overall, the two generational groups were more similar than different in weight-related cognitions as well as for personal and parenting lifestyle behaviors. The results suggest that tailoring interventions for individuals at a similar life-stage (e.g., mothers of young children) by generation may not be warranted.
“…Research on residential satisfaction has applications within the student housing environment. This is a factor that newer generations of college students value more highly than students from previous generations (Johnson, Gutter, Xu, Cho, & DeVaney, 2016). These included such aspects as noise from nearby neighbors and clamor from periodic maintenance.…”
Section: Residential Satisfactionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Still, higher density provides opportunities for more social interactions among students and more opportunities for building social capital. This is a factor that newer generations of college students value more highly than students from previous generations (Johnson, Gutter, Xu, Cho, & DeVaney, 2016).…”
Compared to previous generations of students, today's college‐bound students have found that their housing situation offers demonstrably more amenities. These amenities can be offered either through university‐provided housing or through private student housing providers specializing in high‐amenity housing. This study is based on research on residential satisfaction, housing adjustment theory, and housing careers to help understand the effects that these amenities have on the students’ overall well‐being. The sample is extracted from a database collected by a private student housing provider covering multiple university settings across the United States. The results of data analysis suggest that while amenities such as resort‐style pools and fast Internet speed increase housing satisfaction, other amenities such as computer rooms and coffee shops have a negative effect. However, several variables measuring quality of customer service have positive effects on housing satisfaction. The results suggest that the students’ experiences in these environments may help form their housing norms as they leave college.
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