Band of Brothers: The Alliance of African American Males Committed to Excellence
- Farran Hayslett (Iowa State University)
Abstract
Young Black males in American society are experiencing hardships and misfortunes on a daily basis. The number of Black males experiencing academic failure is appalling when compared to other cultures, especially when compared to the majority culture. This session is going to describe a model in dealing with focusing on enhancing the experiences of Black males in colleges and providing a way to retain them while there. We will express the importance of a support program open to those who seek such support, and the importance of taking advantage of such a program. Band of Brothers have been successful in laying a foundation of what is expected by and for each member and opening that door leading towards fulfilling academic responsibilities. This session should benefit those seeking answers on how to interest African American males in seeking that academic fulfillment.
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