scholarly journals A qualitative examination of the support systems impacting the African American student persistence, retention and graduation at a predominantly white, research-extensive, land-grant Midwestern university||A qualitative examination of the support systems impacting the African American student persistence, retention and graduation at a predominantly white, research-extensive, land-grant Midwestern university

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elijah Andre Thorn
Keyword(s):  
African American ◽  
Predominantly White ◽  
Student Persistence ◽  
Support Systems ◽  
African American Student ◽  
Land Grant ◽  
American Student ◽  
Midwestern University

People, Get Ready

2019 ◽  
pp. 172-196
Author(s):  
Lauren Parish
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Economic Growth ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
African American ◽  
Educational Achievement ◽  
Educational Opportunities ◽  
African American Student ◽  
American Student ◽  
College And Career ◽  
It Education

Education proves to be a positive and an impactful benefit to those who choose to pursue it. Education is associated with professional stability, economic growth, and social capital. More than ever, there is a strong emphasis on educational achievement and the acquirement of a postsecondary credential. However, achievement gaps persist in the African-American student population. These students need to be adequately prepared to successfully complete a rigorous collegiate program. There are magnitudes of programs designed to assist underrepresented student populations prepare for their college careers. More than ever, considerations regarding postsecondary educational opportunities need to be thoroughly explored. The pursuit of higher education can be daunting, especially for first generational college students. It is imperative that students and families become cognizant of preparatory possibilities that are designed to empower and educate them about the myriad college and career choices.

Empowering African-American Student Voices in College

2020 ◽  
pp. 157-184
Author(s):  
Anne H. Charity Hudley ◽  
Christine Mallinson ◽  
Erin L. Berry-McCrea ◽  
Jamaal Muwwakkil
Keyword(s):  
African American ◽  
African American Student ◽  
American Student ◽  
Student Voices
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