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Factors That Assist Low-Income Students Of Color In Pursuing Higher Education, Samantha J. Kaffenbarger
Factors That Assist Low-Income Students Of Color In Pursuing Higher Education, Samantha J. Kaffenbarger
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
Currently, there is an achievement gap in education between students of color and their white counterparts. While the larger picture of inequality is readily available, it does not explain why students of color graduate at lower rates. This purpose of the qualitative research study sought to understand the experiences and perceptions of low-income youth who are of color, on their transition into college. Semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with four youth of color who were currently enrolled in college and identified coming from a low-income background. The five major themes that emerged from the interviews were: 1) the youth’s motivation …
Community Based Efforts That Promote Healthier Diets For Low-Income Minnesotans, Stephanie Larson
Community Based Efforts That Promote Healthier Diets For Low-Income Minnesotans, Stephanie Larson
Master of Social Work Clinical Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to examine the challenges and successes community-based Minnesotan Programs have had in promoting low-income adults to eat healthier to avoid obesity and complications from obesity. This research highlighted factors associated with community based programs from the perspective of the professionals working with these programs. This study outlined the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) definition of healthy diet and weight along with the current measurement of Body Mass Index (BMI). The conceptual framework utilizing the concepts developed by National Geographic researcher Dan Buettner through his book The Blue Zones showing it is possible …