{"product_id":"amplifying-voices-of-first-generation-black-college-students-breaking-barriers-paperback","title":"Amplifying Voices of First Generation Black College Students: Breaking Barriers - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMiles\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eYolanda Wiggins\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe experiences of Black first-generation college students are often overlooked in academic literature, despite their significant presence and influence in higher education. This groundbreaking monograph fills a crucial gap by addressing the unique challenges, strengths, and narratives of this diverse population. By rejecting a one-size-fits-all approach, \u003cem\u003eAmplifying Voices of First Generation Black College Students\u003c\/em\u003e unpacks the intersectional complexities of being Black and first-generation, providing a nuanced understanding of their collegiate journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis collection explores themes such as the role of family and mentorship, financial challenges, and the cultural capital that Black first-gen students bring to academic spaces. It also examines their experiences across different institution types, including HBCUs. Beyond the undergraduate experience, the book extends its analysis to graduate and professional schools, ensuring a comprehensive representation of the Black first-gen journey. A standout feature is the critical examination of media portrayals, including a fresh analysis of Black first-gen characters in Power Book II. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned for scholars, educators, policymakers, and advocates, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of equity and inclusion in education. It empowers readers with actionable insights and strategies to better support Black first-generation students, making it an invaluable resource for advancing institutional and cultural change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLa'Tonya Rease Miles\u003c\/strong\u003e is an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Educational Leadership and Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYolanda Wiggins\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Associate Professor in the in the Department of Sociology \u0026amp; Interdisciplinary Social Sciences at San Jose State University.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 31, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54094362181939,"sku":"9781806862085","price":83.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/iMYCZir84t9781806862085.webp?v=1789634843","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/amplifying-voices-of-first-generation-black-college-students-breaking-barriers-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}