Identifier

etd-07092017-170330

Degree

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Department

Education

Document Type

Dissertation

Abstract

This case study depicted the development and implementation of the Holistic Undergraduate Growth Experience (HUGE) student success and retention program that spans the second year of undergraduate study to graduation. This study set out to expand student development theory and practice to include an international perspective, specifically one from the Middle East. An increased amount of attention was dedicated to examining the development of the aforementioned program than to its actual implementation in order to provide a more comprehensive framework. Based on the findings associated with this study, recommendations were made not only to the host institution for the study, but also to administrators, program directors, faculty, and potential employers on how they can assist in the successful facilitation of the HUGE program. The findings associated with this study included the development and strengthening of relationships with potential employers, along with community and international organizations, and other universities around the world. It is also recommended that communication and collaboration be enhanced while addressing the issue of balance between academics and co-curricular activities. Furthermore, more opportunities should be created to expose students to other cultures.

Date

2017

Document Availability at the Time of Submission

Secure the entire work for patent and/or proprietary purposes for a period of one year. Student has submitted appropriate documentation which states: During this period the copyright owner also agrees not to exercise her/his ownership rights, including public use in works, without prior authorization from LSU. At the end of the one year period, either we or LSU may request an automatic extension for one additional year. At the end of the one year secure period (or its extension, if such is requested), the work will be released for access worldwide.

Committee Chair

Mitchell, Roland

DOI

10.31390/gradschool_dissertations.4331

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