Author ORCID Identifier

https://orcid.org/0009-0007-7983-3361

Semester

Spring

Date of Graduation

2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Type

PhD

College

College of Applied Human Sciences

Department

Not Listed

Committee Chair

John Campbell

Committee Co-Chair

Erin McHenry-Sorber

Committee Member

Nathan Sorber

Committee Member

Emidio Pistilli

Abstract

This exploratory sequential mixed-methods case study explores the relationship between perceived self-efficacy and faculty mentorship with biomedical sciences graduate students. The intent of the study was to understand the extent at which faculty mentorship contributes to self-efficacy development in the population of biomedical sciences doctoral students enrolled at a mid-Atlantic R1 institution. Data collected consisted of a survey assessing perceived self-efficacy and mentoring, interviews and documents. Data analysis explored themes related to the perceived academic and professional development of the students through their responses. The research highlights the significance of the mentor-mentee relationship and influence of the mentor on the professional and academic development of the graduate student. The study provides implications for practice related to the graduate student training process and discussions of strategies that promote graduate student persistence.

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