Overview

Student Success in Historically Black Spaces argues that higher education institutions and educational community spaces that have historically served Black students are, and continue to be, spaces that foster positive identity reinforcement, a sense of belonging, and dignity for Black students, thereby promoting educational success. This book challenges the negative perception of separatism by distinguishing it from segregation, or legalized policies and practices that subjugate individuals based on race. Burton counters misconceptions about separatism by illustrating how historically Black institutions have encouraged individual and community progress through an examination of three key spaces: historically Black colleges and universities, Black churches, and the Divine Nine (the council of historically African American sororities and fraternities). Each chapter includes reflection questions designed to provoke discussion and critical thinking around philosophical thought and practical application. This compelling text will be useful for scholars, researchers, and graduate students in Higher Education, Sociology, African American Studies, and Religious Studies who want to understand the impact of philosophical thought on Black community advancement. It will also be of value to faculty and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practitioners.

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9781003864240

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""Dr. Burton reminds us of the significant historic and current role black spaces have played in forging resilience within the psyche of people seeking to rise in the face of racial adversity. It re-presents black spaces, whether they be HBCUs, black sororities/fraternities, black civic or professional organizations as essentially 'sacred spaces', each playing a role in affirming the humanity, aspirations and dreams of people in a country where each has been met with fierce opposition."" Reverend Jawanza Karriem Colvin, Ed.D, Pastor, Olivet Institutional Baptist Church, Cleveland, Ohio Efforts to dismantle diversity efforts in higher education have proceeded with a speed unimaginable. The impact among underrepresented students with the dismantling of affirming programs and spaces must be considered in the context of long term consequences and new strategies. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., reflected on his efforts to advance civil rights for Blacks in this country when he expressed his fear that he ""may have integrated my people into a burning house."" Dr. Burton reminds us in Student Success in Historically Black Spaces that we must not ""stand by and let the house burn down"". Instead, we must acknowledge that Black students can succeed in a predominantly white space, where they also have access to ""associations of authentic affirmation"" and her book provides a much needed reminder and how-to-guide for improving the success of marginalized students. Paulette Granberry Russell, JD, President and CEO OF THE National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education ""Dr. Burton lights a fire and illuminates a path into the future through the recounting of a Black Wall Street, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the Divine Nine, and the Black Church resounding the heritage of the self-sufficiency of a people. A commanding call can be heard for peaceful actions of resistance, countering the oppression of the center and empire. Our attention is directed to economic empowerment, educational enhancement, and endless opportunities for an innovative people reclaiming a royal status. This is an inspiring work with much promise to motivate us into the future!"" Rev. Dr. Gregory Walker, Pastor, Warrensville Road Community Baptist Church, Cleveland, Ohio

Author Information

Heather E. Burton is Faculty at Case Western Reserve University, USA, specializing in gender and racial equity. Dr. Burton works to create and encourage individual and systemic change through policy and practice.

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