Living in multiple lands: Successful Latina students' journey through nursing school
by Moreno, Pamela B., Ph.D., UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN COLORADO, 2007, 228 pages; 3309194

Abstract:

Utilizing constructivist research methods, underpinned by feminist, critical, and Chicana feminist theoretical perspectives, this study explored how six Latina nursing students made meaning of their ethnic identity during their nursing school journey. Stories emerged relating to biculturalism, speaking the Spanish language, importance of family, education, and faith. In addition, experiencing a sense of belonging and community with classmates and the challenges of nursing school emerged as significant findings related to the Latinas making meaning of their experiences.

Recommendations for research included expanding this exploration to nursing students living with multiple cultural identities, to specific Latina ethnic groups and to Latino students. Implications for practice include the need for ongoing faculty education on ethnic identity theory, the development of faculty-student mentoring relationships, and the gaining of family support.

 
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SchoolUNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN COLORADO
SourceDAI/A 69-04, p. , Aug 2008
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsEducation Health Sciences; Women's studies; Nursing; Hispanic American studies; Higher education
Publication Number3309194
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