For the Common Good? An Exploration of Student Affairs Activities and Their Impact on Civic Engagement Outcomes for College Graduates

dc.contributor.authorBraught, Emily
dc.date.accessioned2025-04-07T23:34:56Z
dc.date.available2025-04-07T23:34:56Z
dc.date.issued2025-03-18
dc.description.abstractThis study explores the impact of student affairs activities on civic engagement five years after graduation. Historically, early American higher education aimed to foster civic-minded individuals, but contemporary justifications for a college degree often emphasize job preparation and financial gain. Despite this shift, civic engagement remains a key goal in student affairs programs. Using data from the National Center for Educational Statistics Baccalaureate and Beyond (2016/2020) survey, the study analyzes whether participation in student organizations, leadership roles, fraternities/sororities, and intramurals correlates with increased civic behaviors, such as volunteering and voting. Findings highlight the varying influence of student affairs activities on civic engagement, suggesting a need for focused efforts to cultivate responsible citizens.
dc.identifier.citationBraught, E. (2025). For the Common Good? An Exploration of student affairs activities and their impact on civic engagement outcomes for college graduates. NASPA 2025 Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/1805/46870
dc.subjectcivic engagement
dc.subjectextracurriculars
dc.subjectstudent organizations
dc.subjectvolunteer behaviors
dc.subjectvoting behaviors
dc.subjectstudent affairs
dc.titleFor the Common Good? An Exploration of Student Affairs Activities and Their Impact on Civic Engagement Outcomes for College Graduates
dc.typePresentation
dc.typeWorking paper
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