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The learning achievement program: fostering student cultural diversity
Margaret Bagnardi1, Linda K Perkel
1Undergraduate Program, School of Nursing, Barry University, 11300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33161, USA. mbagnardi@mail.barry.edu
Nurse Educator
|February 3, 2005
Summary
A university nursing program implemented the Learning Achievement Program to address declining retention rates among its growing minority student population. This initiative aimed to support diverse students and improve overall program success.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Student Retention
- Diversity in Higher Education
Background:
- Increasing diversity in university nursing programs presents challenges.
- Declining student retention rates among minority nursing students were observed.
- Faculty expressed concern over the retention of a growing diverse student body.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the Learning Achievement Program, a transitional and developmental initiative.
- To identify challenges faced by students and faculty within the program.
- To evaluate the influence of the program on the diverse nursing school population.
Main Methods:
- Initiation of the Learning Achievement Program.
- Funding by the Health Resources and Services Administration.
- Qualitative discussion of program experiences and challenges.
Main Results:
- The program was designed for minority and/or disadvantaged students.
- Challenges encountered by both students and faculty were documented.
- The program's impact on the diverse student population was analyzed.
Conclusions:
- The Learning Achievement Program was established to support minority nursing students.
- Addressing student and faculty challenges is crucial for program success.
- The program aimed to positively influence retention and success for diverse nursing students.