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Title: Exploring Aspirations: A Review of the Career Decision Influences for Chinese American College Students
Language: English
Authors: Rebecca Y. Martinez
Source: Journal for Leadership and Instruction. 2025 24(1):16-20.
Availability: SCOPE Education Services. 100 Lawrence Avenue, Smithtown, NY 11787. Tel: 631-360-0834; Fax: 631-360-8489; e-mail: contact@scopeonline.us; Web site: http://scopeonline.us
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 5
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Information Analyses
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Chinese Americans, Asian American Students, College Students, Career Choice, Occupational Aspiration, Cultural Influences, Family Influence, Asian Culture, Confucianism, Acculturation, Expectation, Generational Differences, Immigrants, Racism
ISSN: 2475-6032
2475-6040
Abstract: This paper examines the complex factors influencing career choices among Chinese American college students, with a focus on cultural and familial dynamics. The rapidly growing Asian American population, particularly Chinese Americans, faces unique challenges in navigating career development within the context of traditional Confucian values and the process of acculturation in the United States. The study explores how Confucian principles of filial piety, collective family success, and emphasis on education shape parental expectations for their children's career paths. Through a review of current literature, it also investigates the impact of acculturation on intergenerational relationships and career decision-making processes. By examining these complex dynamics, this study contributes to a more nuanced understanding of Chinese American students' career development, challenging stereotypes and informing more effective support systems in educational and professional settings.
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