Identifying and Supporting Gifted African American Men.

Fries-Britt, Sharon

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Publication Date: 1997

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Identifying and Supporting Gifted African American Men.

Fries-Britt, Sharon

New Directions for Student Services, n80 p65-78 Win 1997

Examines the unique challenges faced by the gifted and talented Black man. Reviews issues of identifying gifted African-American male college students and factors affecting retention. Profiles the Meyerhoff Scholars Program at the University of Maryland. Outlines seven recommendations that address campuswide attitudes and practices impeding the progress of Black men. (EMK)

Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Black Students, College Environment, College Students, Gifted Disadvantaged, Higher Education, Males, Mentors, Racial Identification, Research Needs, Social Support Groups, Student Attrition, Student Needs, Talent

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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