Gaby is a successful student in college even though she has many family responsibilities because she lives with her parents and commutes to college near her family home.She made the most of her high school experience and worked hard because she placed a high value on academic achievement.At the same time,she believes that the strong support network that her family provides has also been responsible for her success in college.According to Prudence Carter,Gaby:
A) lacks the concrete attitude to be successful after college
B) is less likely to graduate than students who live on campus
C) is not acting "white" enough
D) is not getting the benefits of cultural capital because she lives at home, not in the dorms like other students
E) is a cultural navigator

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Gaby's ability to successfully navigate both her family responsibilities and college suggests that she is a cultural navigator. This means that she is able to navigate and bridge different cultural contexts and practices, and draw on the resources available to her to succeed in both settings. This is a valuable skill that can lead to academic success and personal growth.

Gaby Is a Successful Student in College Even Though She