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    Alyssa Mims

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    Presentation: 4:30-6:30 p.m., LTC Forum

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    Description

    Scholars use components of one’s self concept such as self-esteem, self-image, and self-confidence to better understand college student’s academic achievement. Many factors impact the way a Black undergraduate student views themselves such as their high school experience, college environment, and relationships. The purpose of this qualitative study is to explore the way a Black undergraduate student’s concept of themselves, with an emphasis on self-image, impacts their academic success at predominantly White institutions (PWI). Participants in this study were Black undergraduate students who attend PWI’s. Findings consisted of Black undergraduate students needing to feel a sense of confidence regarding their appearance to perform well in their academic courses. The findings of this study provide insight into how to better support Black undergraduate students’ self-image and academic achievement.

    Publication Date

    4-19-2023

    Project Designation

    Graduate Research

    Primary Advisor

    Graham Hunter

    Primary Advisor's Department

    Counselor Education

    Keywords

    Stander Symposium, School of Education and Health Sciences, student affairs

    The Impact of Self-Image on Academic Achievement Amongst Black College Students

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