Manhood Development and Sustainable Institutional Care: John Hope at Morehouse College

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Abstract

John Hope, as the first African American president of Morehouse College endeavored to address the academic and moral needs of his students on an interpersonal and institutional level. This qualitative historical narrative explores how the example of John Hope can contribute to an understanding of black men’s care ethics during progressive education. Along with his efforts to support his institution externally, Hope also shaped and communicated his ideas about manhood development in terms of institutional support and care. Hope’s correspondence, and speeches are used to illustrate how his guidelines for manhood development also emphasized the importance of supporting the institution for generations to come. Black men’s care ethic and manhood development are discussed.

Author

• Amber Marie Jones, Emory University