Bridging the Gap Between High School and College Sense of Belonging

Bridging the Gap Between High School and College Sense of Belonging

Presenter(s)

Julie Huber

Comments

11:00-12:00, LTC Forum

Description

Students' sense of belonging in high school and students' sense of belonging in college have both been studied separately, but not much information has been recorded about the connection between the two. This study seeks to understand this relationship and look at other factors such as personality, athletics, and family life, and their role in this relationship. I conducted a short anonymous survey and concluded the study with follow up interviews to gain a more personal insight into what students' thoughts are on the connection between belonging in college and high school. The sample consisted of 82 undergraduate students currently attending the University of Dayton. Overall, I find a moderate positive association between belonging in high school and college that is influenced by multiple personal and social factors. These findings highlight the importance of considering high school experiences in shaping students’ perception of belonging and community in college.

Publication Date

4-23-2025

Project Designation

Capstone Project

Primary Advisor

Anya M. Galli Robertson

Primary Advisor's Department

Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work

Keywords

Stander Symposium, College of Arts and Sciences

Institutional Learning Goals

Community; Diversity

Bridging the Gap Between High School and College Sense of Belonging

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