"Tightly Wound Rubber Bands": Exploring the College Experiences of Low-Income, First-Generation White Students

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2015

Abstract

This qualitative study explores how low-income, first-generation, White students experienced their social class during college. Particular attention was given to how students' spent their time, energy, and resources during college. Overall, participants' stories reflected students who felt overextended and overwhelmed during college mostly due to the necessity of work combined with the rigors of collegiate academics. Implications for higher education research and practice are discussed.

Publication Title

Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice

Volume

52

Issue

3

First Page

275

Last Page

286

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