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Calling and meaningful work among student military veterans: impact on well-being and experiences on campus

dc.contributor.authorDoenges, Timothy Joseph, author
dc.contributor.authorDik, Bryan J., advisor
dc.contributor.authorSteger, Michael F., committee member
dc.contributor.authorSwaim, Randall C., committee member
dc.contributor.authorBanning, James H., committee member
dc.coverage.spatialUnited States
dc.date.accessioned2007-01-03T04:56:43Z
dc.date.available2007-01-03T04:56:43Z
dc.date.issued2011
dc.description.abstractThe population of military veterans in the United States is now greater than 23 million people, and the number of veterans attending college is increasing as a result of the passing of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Very little research has examined the role of meaningful work in the experiences of student veterans who are transitioning from military service to civilian life and student life. The present study utilized a mixed-method design. Regression analyses examined the role that meaningful work and calling play in the levels of well-being reported by military veterans in college. This study also examined the role of social support in student veterans' well-being, and utilized qualitative research methods to gather data about student veterans' college experiences. Results indicated that calling, meaningful work and social support are significantly associated with the components of well-being. Social support was found to moderate the relationship between meaningful work and negative affect. Qualitative data revealed themes of frustration with college administrative procedures, positive regard for military service and its impact on college performance, and social relationships that are significantly impacted by veteran status.
dc.format.mediumborn digital
dc.format.mediumdoctoral dissertations
dc.identifierDoenges_colostate_0053A_10593.pdf
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10217/46214
dc.languageEnglish
dc.language.isoeng
dc.publisherColorado State University. Libraries
dc.relation.ispartof2000-2019
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dc.subjectcalling
dc.subjectcampus
dc.subjectcollege
dc.subjectmeaningful work
dc.subjectmilitary
dc.subjectveteran
dc.titleCalling and meaningful work among student military veterans: impact on well-being and experiences on campus
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thesis.degree.disciplinePsychology
thesis.degree.grantorColorado State University
thesis.degree.levelDoctoral
thesis.degree.nameDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

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