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Cutting The Deficit: An Examination Of Factors Contributing To The Success Of Black Males Seeking Doctoral Degrees At A Predominantly White Institution, Larry Paul Manthei, Jr.

LSU Doctoral Dissertations

This qualitative study examined the experiences of eight Black male higher education doctoral students attending a predominantly White institution in the South. Interviews were conducted asking the participants to reflect upon their educational experiences. The primary overarching research question guiding this study was: What factors contribute to the academic success of Black males seeking doctoral degrees in Higher Education at a predominately White institution? Sub-questions assisting in this research were: A) What experiences, educational and otherwise, promote academic success? B) What strategies and resources did Black males utilize in persisting and seeking doctoral degrees at a predominately White institution? Analysis …