Article
Goals, Family, and Community: What Drives Tribal College Transfer Student Success
Authors
Matthew Makomenaw
Publication
Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice
Abstract
This article examines success factors for American Indian tribal college students who transfer to 4-year predominantly White institutions. The study examined the experiences of 8 tribal college transfer students to Midwest universities. Using an indigenous methodology, 3 themes were found to help American Indian tribal college transfer students succeed, which were personal goals and dreams, family matters, and being a member of an American Indian community.
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