African American Millennial College Students: Owning the Technological Middle Passage

Aretha Marbley, William Hull, Catherine Polydore, Fred Bonner, Hansel Burley

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Abstract

Set in a conceptual framework highlighting generational differences and socioeconomic and racial inequity, this article discusses the role of African Americans in the anticipated future changes related to technology. Focusing specifically on college-aged African American Millennial students, who they are, and the role technology plays in their development of identity, this article will bring much needed attention to this population. Additionally, the uses of and access to information pertinent to academic advancement for this cohort will be explored. 
Original languageAmerican English
JournalNational Association of Student Affairs Professionals Journal
Volume10
StatePublished - Jan 1 2007

Keywords

  • African American College Students
  • Educational Technology

Disciplines

  • Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
  • Sociology
  • Education
  • Higher Education
  • Educational Technology

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