Factors Implicating Sense of Belonging at a Hispanic-Serving Institution

Authors

Gloria S. Vaquera, John Carroll UniversityFollow
Ricardo Maestas
Linda Munoz Zehr

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of Hispanic Higher Education

Publication Date

2007

Abstract

This study examines factors that impact students' sense of belonging at a Hispanic-serving institution. Findings indicate that various variables measuring academic and social integration as well as experiences with and perceptions of diversity have a positive impact on sense of belonging. Implications support the idea that campus diversity may improve sense of belonging and ultimately improve retention of all students. Implications and recommendations are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Vaquera, Gloria S.; Maestas, Ricardo; and Munoz Zehr, Linda, "Factors Implicating Sense of Belonging at a Hispanic-Serving Institution" (2007). Sociology. 12.
https://collected.jcu.edu/soc-facpub/12