Black Male Experiences in Higher Education: A brother's perspective

Student Union 300H

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship among romantic relationships, ethnic/cultural identity and the process of matriculation of Black Males in higher education. Relationships during the college experience have multiple functions for black Males specifically as a marker for past relationship experiences and for future relationship desires. Identity for black males is a central component of how young black men ultimately connect themselves with their ability to be successful while identity has largely been supported as the equalizer for the success rates of black men. African American men have struggled to engage in majority culture environments, which is most often the profile of institutions of higher education. The current presentation will focus primarily on the results of the Black Male Experience and related factors. However, participants were evaluated on measures of relationship communication, higher education experiences, ethnic identity, and world view. Analysis are conducted to explore differences and what factors impact the differential experiences of Black Males in institutions of higher education. Those who attend will be able to utilize the results of this student to assist black males with understanding the deeper experiences of Black Males in Higher education and assist in building models of success. This session would be most beneficial to parents, educators, education administrators, community organizations, and other stakeholders in black male success in higher education