Analysis of 4-H Influence on Career Trajectories
Title | Analysis of 4-H Influence on Career Trajectories |
Year of Publication | 2020 |
Authors | Powell, MLeAnn |
Date Published | 2020 |
University | University of Georgia |
Thesis Type | Masters |
Abstract | 4-H is the largest youth development organization in the United States and empowers participants with life skills for the future. The purpose of the study was to analyze 4-H influence on career trajectories and was completed in two parts: a Delphi analysis amongst Georgia 4-H Foundation Advisory Board members, and empirical survey research amongst Georgia 4-H Alumni. Study one identified six primary themes related to the influence of 4-H on career trajectories: relationships, personal development, leadership development, life skills, civic engagement, and college and career preparation. Study one results informed data collection and analysis in study two. Results found 49.2% of respondents reported 4-H had “a great deal” of influence on preparing them for their career. Using ordinal logistic regression participation in following activities predicted higher of odds of respondents belief 4-H influenced their career preparation: 4-H club program, In-school 4-H program, National 4-H Congress, Judging program, and Collegiate 4-H. |
URL | https://esploro.libs.uga.edu/esploro/outputs/graduate/ANALYSIS-OF-4-H-INFLUENCE-ON-CAREER/9949366046802959 |
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