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Latino Retention Conference
Latino Retention Conference
Abstract Proposal
Submitted by:
Luz Maria Borjon, M.Ed.
Educational Opportunity Program, California State University, Los Angeles
Irene Villasenor
Educational Opportunity Program, California State University, Los Angeles
Research has shown that one of the main factors contributing to Latino student retention
are both non-academic as well as academic factors. Family and social support systems are just as
important as academic preparation in the overall success of Latino college students.