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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 26
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A Sense of Home: The Impact of Church Participation on African American College Students
Donahoo, Saran; Caffey, Ronald A.
Journal of Research on Christian Education, v19 n1 p79-104 2010
This article looks at religion to ascertain the social and individual benefits that postsecondary students gain from their involvement. Focusing on public university students, this study examines the influence church participation has on the academic performance, retention, and engagement of African American college students. (Contains 2 tables and 3 footnotes.)
Descriptors: College Students, African American Students, Learner Engagement, Social Influences, Beliefs, Spiritual Development, Religious Factors, Role of Religion, Student Experience, Social Support Groups, Student Participation, Academic Achievement, Wellness, Coping, Christianity
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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