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Journal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention

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2013-12-01

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Vol. 21 No. 1 (2013)

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Campus Notes

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Copyright of all articles published in JCOTR belong to the author(s) and are published under a CC BY-NC license. 

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Darcy, M. G., & Powers, J. T. (2013). Student Veterans: Advantages and Obstacles in College Transition. Journal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.24926/jcotr.v21i1.2860

Student Veterans

Advantages and Obstacles in College Transition

Monica G. Darcy

John T. Powers

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24926/jcotr.v21i1.2860

Keywords: Student, veterans, advantages, obstacles, transition, support, supportive practices

Abstract

This article explores advantages and obstacles student veterans face in transitioning to an academic setting. Focus groups were conducted with student veterans to explore their interactions with students, faculty, and administrators. Emergent themes included advantages such as maturity, focus, and strength of camaraderie with fellow student veterans. The primary obstacle was difficulty blending in with civilians. These themes are discussed as they compared to previous research and for ways that ongoing dialogue with our student veterans can enhance supportive practices.

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