Understanding Black Student Culture and Black Student Retention.

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Title: Understanding Black Student Culture and Black Student Retention.
Language: English
Authors: Person, Dawn R., Christensen, Monica Coen
Source: NASPA Journal. Fall 1996 34(1):47-56.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 1996
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Black Culture, Black Students, College Students, Higher Education, School Holding Power, Student Attitudes, Student Attrition, Student Needs
ISSN: 0027-6014
Abstract: Examines black student culture at a predominantly white liberal arts and engineering university. Using questionnaires and a theory of interpersonal environments, looks at values, beliefs, academic orientation to the college, and the interactions of black students. Findings raise issues relevant to retention services and to institutional responses to black students. (Author/RJM)
Journal Code: CIJDEC1997
Entry Date: 1997
Accession Number: EJ547045
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Examines black student culture at a predominantly white liberal arts and engineering university. Using questionnaires and a theory of interpersonal environments, looks at values, beliefs, academic orientation to the college, and the interactions of black students. Findings raise issues relevant to retention services and to institutional responses to black students. (Author/RJM)
ISSN:0027-6014