It's Not Because You're Black: Addressing Issues of Racism and Underrepresentation of African Americans in Academia - Hardcover

Smith, Annie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0761861157 ISBN 13: 9780761861157

Publisher: University Press of America, 2013

Synopsis

This book takes a realistic look at the effects of underrepresentation of African Americans in colleges and universities. It highlights local, state, and national consequences facing America’s educational future as the country becomes more diverse. It also examines the challenges that face Blacks trying to get into the academy and issues that confront those who penetrate the system. Whether intentional or embedded in the minds of those in American culture, the results of Black underrepresentation in educational settings often carry devastating impacts on African American learners. It affects learners in diverse educational settings as well as the career choices and opportunities for minorities who need them most. An increase in African American professors would not only add diversity on college campuses but also bring a unique perspective to the academy―a situation that would be beneficial to all.

About this title

About the Author

Annie Smith is one of seven children of a hard-drinking truck driver. She can drive a pick-up with the best of them and is now a licensed hairdresser in Florida. The Redneck Guide to Raisin' Children is her first book.

Edition details

• Publisher: University Press of America
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0761861157
• ISBN 13: 9780761861157
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 92