Examining Students' Perceptions of Their First-semester Experience at a Major Land-grant Institution
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This study examined the perceptions of freshmen students regarding their first-semester experiences at a major land-grant institution. A questionnaire was developed based on a review of the literature related to factors that influence students' success. Factors that influence students' success included time management/goal setting, academic advising, stress, and institutional fit/integration. These data provide insights on perceptions of student's early experiences on campus.
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