Graduate Program
College Student Affairs
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Semester of Degree Completion
2016
Thesis Director
Dianne Timm
Abstract
Black males face many obstacles in higher education. They are disproportionately represented among students who are forced to withdraw, underperform academically, and report negative experiences. Despite the negative experiences Black males may encounter, many still have a strong interest in education, and mentoring plays a role in that interest. The purpose of this study was to explore the mentoring relationships and influence on the Black male graduate students experience. A qualitative study was conducted with Black males who received their master's degrees from a regional Midwestern institution. Research revealed that mentoring played a major role in Black male's graduate experience as well as the decision to attend graduate school. Participants discussed the value of have a mentor(s) and attributed their success to interactions with a mentor.
Recommended Citation
Patterson, Kwame R. Jr., "Understanding Mentoring Relationships: The Black Male Graduate Student Perspective" (2016). Masters Theses. 2515.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/2515
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African American Studies Commons, Higher Education Commons, Race and Ethnicity Commons, Student Counseling and Personnel Services Commons
