Black Deans and Scholars: An Interactive Panel on Research and Practice for Doctoral Education

Session Type: Invited Speaker Session

Abstract

In our AERA presidential session, scholars will present papers on support systems for Black doctoral students at HBCUs and PWIs. Black deans will also offer reflections on enrollment and graduation trends, support networks, and career trajectories for Black doctoral students in the post-Affirmative Action era. This session will also explore the following key scholarly questions: 1) What support systems are crucial for ensuring success of Black doctoral students when considering recent DEI challenges? 2) What are the current trends in Black doctoral students pursuing research doctorates at HBCUs and PWIs? By focusing on research, remedy, and repair, the session will highlight actionable strategies to create more inclusive, supportive environments that promote educational renewal for Black doctoral students.

Sub Unit

• AERA Presidential Session

Chairs

• Ezella McPherson, Detroit Regional Chamber

• Tony A. Laing, Laing Equity Education Group, LLC

Participants

• Glenda M. Prime, Morgan State University

• Christopher M. Span, Rutgers University

• Denise M. Taliaferro Baszile, Wayne State University

• Dawn G. Williams, Howard University

Papers

• “Black Doctoral Student Networks at HBCUs” - Crystal Brown, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Tony A. Laing, Laing Equity Education Group, LLC

• “It’s A Different World for Black Doctoral Students at HBCUs and PWIs” - Ebonee R. Mayo-Mitchell, college prep 365; Claude Ewart Phillibert Mayo, Manhattanville University

• “Black Doctoral Students’ Spiritual Networks at PWIs” - Ezella McPherson, Detroit Regional Chamber

Discussant

• Shaun R. Harper, University of Southern California

Moderator

• Jerlando F.L. Jackson, Michigan State University