The Clarks' Program: A Potential Retention Linkage for the Native American Student in the University Setting

Low retention rates in the Native American college student population led to the idea of The Clarks' Program, which would connect the student with support families in the community and potentially raise the rates. This research paper identifies eight consistently shared problems found in eleven empirical studies that contribute to the Native American student is having a difficult time while at college and subsequently dropping out. Although, there are currently other educational solutions offered to the Native American student, a program focusing on a family support unit has not been established. Currently this program is not facilitated at any educational institution, but a proposal is being prepared for submission at the university that I will attend for my doctoral studies to implement a pilot program.

Due to the problems that exist and the solutions currently in place, The Clarks'
Program will be an advantageous option that both, the university and students
will greatly benefit. The Foundation of The Clarks' Program The Clarks' Program
is ...