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Risk, Resiliency, and Outcomes among LiFE Sports Youth Leadership Academy Participants

Provenzano, John
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1429707526

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2015, Master of Social Work, Ohio State University, Social Work.
Abstract There are many challenges faced by youth today. Participation in positive youth development programs has been proven an effective deterrent of these behaviors. Of particular importance for adolescents are programs that support college and career readiness, ones that promote leadership skills, and those that teach important skills important for withstanding risks. This study examines the experiences in relation to supports, motivators, struggles, pressures, and experiences of youth involved in the Ohio State University’s Learning in Fitness and Education through (LiFE) Sports Youth Leadership Academy (YLA). Interviews were conducted with 10 participants, and program data were explored assessing outcomes from pre-to-post participation among 37 youth. These youth reported multiple supports and motivators in the peer, home, school, and community systems, such as positive influences from parents and teachers. Youth reported outcomes from their participation such as improved leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, and positive peer relationships. Quantitative results documented increased perceptions among youth participants in areas of leadership, problem solving, self-efficacy in regards to learning, & future self-efficacy in relation to their school performance Additionally insights from the interviews showcased ways in which the youths’ lives were positively impacted by the YLA programming. Findings can inform future YLA programming, and the design of other college and career programs aimed to meet the needs of today’s youth.
Dawn Anderson-Butcher (Advisor)
Rene Olate (Committee Member)
87 p.
Social Research; Social Work
Positive youth development; College and Career Readiness; Program Evaluation

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  • Provenzano, J. (2015). Risk, Resiliency, and Outcomes among LiFE Sports Youth Leadership Academy Participants [Master's thesis, Ohio State University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1429707526

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Provenzano, John. Risk, Resiliency, and Outcomes among LiFE Sports Youth Leadership Academy Participants. 2015. Ohio State University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1429707526.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Provenzano, John. "Risk, Resiliency, and Outcomes among LiFE Sports Youth Leadership Academy Participants." Master's thesis, Ohio State University, 2015. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1429707526

    Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition)

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