Graduate Program
College Student Affairs
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Semester of Degree Completion
2013
Thesis Director
Catherine L. Polydore
Thesis Committee Member
Mona Y. Davenport
Thesis Committee Member
Ceci Brinker
Abstract
Using qualitative methodology the researcher analyzed the lived experiences of seven African American men who attended Eastern Illinois University over the past seven decades including one who is currently enrolled. Data was collected by conducting archival research as well and semi-structured interviews. Overall participants reported having good experiences at Eastern Illinois University. The participants' experiences were categorized into seven themes including faculty or staff relations, race relations, intra-racial relations, campus involvement, mentoring, campus climate, and Black Greek organizations. In addition, minor themes were also discovered including only-ness, lowered expectations, positive influence of student organizations, and sense of care from mentors.
Recommended Citation
Reed, Rovion D., "Seventy Years of the African American Male Experience at Eastern Illinois University" (2013). Masters Theses. 1136.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/1136
Included in
African American Studies Commons, Higher Education Commons, Student Counseling and Personnel Services Commons
