| Autor: |
Zosky, Diane L., White, Kay B., Unger, Judith, Mills, Sandra |
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Journal of Baccalaureate Social Work; Fall2004, Vol. 10 Issue 1, p28-45, 18p |
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The article focuses on issues related to nontraditional students in social work in the U.S. The demographic shift in the age of college students has been a steady evolution, with many factors contributing to this phenomenon. The beginning of this trend is attributed to the U.S. G.I. Bill of 1946, which was a catalyst for returning World War II veterans to enter higher education. Basic Education Opportunity grants and Pell grants were funded by an amendment to the Higher Education Act of 1972. These financial assistance packages provided financial means for many older students to return to college. Sociological changes such as the feminist movement opened more doors for women to enter higher education and the labor market. The increase in divorce rates also propelled many more women into the labor market or into education in preparation for the labor market out of necessity to be self-supporting. The nontraditional students entering college in greater numbers appear to be a valuable asset to the college environment. |
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