HBCU Health and Wellness Center: Perspective for Maintaining College Freshman Academic Success
Abstract
This study aimed to explore the experiences and perceptions of college freshmen who maintained good academic standing of a GPA 2.0 and higher and used a Health and Wellness Workout Center at least once a week. The study used a qualitative research design, specifically a focus group, to gather in-depth information from participants. Participants were recruited through their participation in attending the Health and Wellness Center and were invited to participate in a focus group session. The focus group session was conducted using questions by the National Recreation and Wellness Association (NRWA), which were designed to explore the participants' experiences and perceptions of using the Health and Wellness Workout Center and maintaining good academic standing of a GPA of 2.0. The data collected from the focus group was analyzed using thematic analysis, which involved identifying patterns and themes in the data. The study aimed to provide insights into the motivations, barriers, and strategies that college freshmen used to maintain a GPA 2.0 and higher and regularly use a Health and Wellness Workout Center. The findings of this study may help college health and wellness programs better understand the needs and experiences of their student population and may inform the development of interventions and programs that support academic success and physical activity.
Subject Area
Educational leadership|Community college education|Higher education
Recommended Citation
Gerald Davis,
"HBCU Health and Wellness Center: Perspective for Maintaining College Freshman Academic Success"
(2023).
ETD Collection for Tennessee State University.
Paper AAI30694145.
https://digitalscholarship.tnstate.edu/dissertations/AAI30694145