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Academic and Career Advancement for Black Male Athletes at NCAA Division I Institutions
Author(s) -
Baker Ashley R.,
Hawkins Billy J.
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
new directions for adult and continuing education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1536-0717
pISSN - 1052-2891
DOI - 10.1002/ace.20187
Subject(s) - athletes , black male , college athletics , occupational mobility , career development , psychology , medical education , public relations , pedagogy , political science , sociology , gender studies , demographic economics , medicine , physical therapy , economics
This chapter examines the structural arrangements and challenges many Black male athletes encounter as a result of their use of sport for upward social mobility. Recommendations to enhance their preparation and advancement are provided.
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