Graduate Program
College Student Affairs
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Semester of Degree Completion
Summer 2020
Thesis Director
Mona Y. Davenport
Thesis Committee Member
Cindy W. Boyer
Thesis Committee Member
Catherine L. Polydore
Abstract
The researcher used a qualitative method to study reinstated students who were previously on academic dismissal from the institution of research. Through the use of semi-structured, individual video calls, the researcher explored what academic and non-academic factors contributed to the participants being placed on academic dismissal, and their decisions to reinstate into the institution. The factors identified as contributing to their academic dismissal includes, challenging family cohesions; participants having to balancing work, school, and parenting; and lacking a supportive network. This study identified the participants biggest contributions to the persistence and motivation to reinstate were their family and support networks.
Recommended Citation
Webber, Kiona, "Reinstated Students: The Experiences and Perceptions of Academic Dismissal and Reinstatement" (2020). Masters Theses. 4817.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/4817
