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Examining the Potential Challenges Faced by First-Generation College Students in a Sport Management Program /

Record Type:	Electronic resources : Monograph/item
Title/Author:	Examining the Potential Challenges Faced by First-Generation College Students in a Sport Management Program // Mikal Boisson.
Author:	Boisson, Mikal,
Description:	1 electronic resource (129 pages)
Notes:	Source: Dissertations Abstracts International, Volume: 86-02, Section: B.
Contained By:	Dissertations Abstracts International86-02B.
Subject:	Sports management. -
Online resource:	https://pqdd.sinica.edu.tw/twdaoapp/servlet/advanced?query=31328974
ISBN:	9798383700433

Examining the Potential Challenges Faced by First-Generation College Students in a Sport Management Program /
Boisson, Mikal,

Examining the Potential Challenges Faced by First-Generation College Students in a Sport Management Program /Mikal Boisson. - 1 electronic resource (129 pages)

Source: Dissertations Abstracts International, Volume: 86-02, Section: B.

This qualitative study explores the unique challenges faced by first-generation college students (FGCS) within a sport management program at a Midwestern university. Drawing from interviews with ten FGCS, this research delves into the academic, social, and career-related obstacles these students encounter over time within the program. Prior studies have broadly addressed the hurdles FGCS face across various disciplines, however, this study specifically investigates these challenges within the niche context of sport management, providing a distinct perspective on the intersection of FGCS status and field-specific demands.The results of this study revealed four main themes: (1) tough beginnings (2) navigating internships and volunteer opportunities, (3) the utilization of resources and (4) the advice I wish I knew. Findings suggested that FGCS in sport management often begin their academic journey feeling academically unprepared and socially disconnected, echoing earlier research on FGCS across higher education (Tinto, 1993; Pascarella et al., 2004). Many participants reported initial overwhelmingness and a lack of belonging, which gradually improved as they became more integrated into the program. The study highlights the critical role of early volunteering and engagement with faculty in aiding FGCS to overcome initial adversities and gain valuable industry experience and connections.Moreover, the study identifies persistent issues of financial constraints and the balancing act between paid work and volunteer opportunities essential for career advancement. These findings underscore the need for targeted support systems within sport management programs to better accommodate and leverage the strengths of FGCS, by creating programs to facilitate their full participation in volunteer opportunities and internships without compromising their financial stability.This research contributes to existing literature by providing a detailed examination of FGCS experiences within sport management, suggesting that while these students face significant initial challenges, with appropriate support and opportunities, they can achieve substantial growth and success. The insights from this study can inform the development of more inclusive educational practices and support mechanisms within sport management programs specifically tailored to the needs of FGCS.

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ISBN: 9798383700433Subjects--Topical Terms:

3423935
Sports management.
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First-generation college students

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