Straight from the Workforce’s Mouth: What Practitioners in Black, Rural Communities Say About Community-University Partnerships

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Abstract

Practitioners who support students in Black, rural communities are key knowledge holders about community-university partnerships. Their role requires them to navigate various contexts across higher education and surrounding communities. This paper highlights how practitioners strategically engage with K-12 schools, businesses, and community-based organizations to meet Black, rural students’ needs.

Author

• Kamia F Slaughter, Indiana University