An Exploration of Civic Identity in First-Generation College Students: From Charity to Solidarity

The intertwining effects of the college environment and first-generation status on student civic engagement have not been examined in detail, yet this information is essential to support the development of civic identity in college students. This study uses holistic, descriptive collective case stud...

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Published in:Journal of student affairs research and practice 2019-10, Vol.56 (5), p.535-549
Main Authors: Owen, Julie E., Krell, Misty, McCarron, Graziella P.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Achievement
Citizen Participation
College Environment
College students
Community Involvement
First Generation College Students
Self Concept
Social Capital
State Universities
Student Attitudes
Student Participation
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Summary:The intertwining effects of the college environment and first-generation status on student civic engagement have not been examined in detail, yet this information is essential to support the development of civic identity in college students. This study uses holistic, descriptive collective case study method to explore the civic engagement of first-generation college students at a large public university. Emergent themes correspond to first-generation college student identity development and four of the positions of civic identity development.
ISSN:1949-6591
1949-6605
DOI:10.1080/19496591.2019.1648275