Outpacing Expectations: Battling the Misconceptions of Regional Public Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
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| Title: | Outpacing Expectations: Battling the Misconceptions of Regional Public Historically Black Colleges and Universities. |
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| Authors: | Commodore, Felecia, Njoku, Nadrea R. |
| Source: | New Directions for Higher Education. Summer2020, Vol. 2020 Issue 190, p99-117. 19p. |
| Subjects: | Historically Black colleges & universities, Higher education, United Negro College Fund, Public universities & colleges, Black students |
| Abstract: | Often Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are viewed and discussed through a deficit‐laden lens. In reality, HBCUs—many of which are regional public universities (RPUs)—not only carry a lion's share of the education of Black students but also contribute greatly to the social mobility, economic impact, and increased access to marginalized populations within their respective states. In this chapter, using the foundation of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) "Punching Above Their Weight" report findings, the authors explore four state cases to highlight how HBCU RPUs are overlooked in broader RPU discussions regarding their unique contributions to access and degree attainment. This chapter will review research and popular press on HBCU RPUs to give insight into how they are uniquely contributing to state higher education goals while navigating funding disparities. Moreover, this review—coupled with our insights for research, practice, and funding—will give a broader view of these institutions' contributions for both students and the regions they serve. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | Often Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are viewed and discussed through a deficit‐laden lens. In reality, HBCUs—many of which are regional public universities (RPUs)—not only carry a lion's share of the education of Black students but also contribute greatly to the social mobility, economic impact, and increased access to marginalized populations within their respective states. In this chapter, using the foundation of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) "Punching Above Their Weight" report findings, the authors explore four state cases to highlight how HBCU RPUs are overlooked in broader RPU discussions regarding their unique contributions to access and degree attainment. This chapter will review research and popular press on HBCU RPUs to give insight into how they are uniquely contributing to state higher education goals while navigating funding disparities. Moreover, this review—coupled with our insights for research, practice, and funding—will give a broader view of these institutions' contributions for both students and the regions they serve. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 02710560 |
| DOI: | 10.1002/he.20370 |
