Date of Award
2024
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Department
Graduate Department of Clinical Psychology
First Advisor
Winston Seegobin, PsyD
Second Advisor
Amber Nelson, PsyD
Third Advisor
Kristie Knows His Gun, PsyD
Abstract
This dissertation explores the experiences of BIPOC students studying at predominantly White institutions (PWIs). Through in-depth interviews with a diverse group of participants, the study identifies seven categories that encompass the students' experiences: perception of the school, chosen community and friendships, academics and scholarships, exclusion and difference, relationships with professors, tokenization, and mental health. The findings suggest that BIPOC students at PWIs face numerous challenges, including feelings of isolation and exclusion, and being tokenized. Additionally, the study identifies protective factors such as professors. The study highlights the importance of creating inclusive and supportive environments for BIPOC students in higher education. The results can inform policy and practice at PWIs and contribute to a greater understanding of the experiences of BIPOC students in predominantly White spaces.
Recommended Citation
Mojica, Lisanda, "An Exploration of the Experience of BIPOC Students in Predominantly White Institutions" (2024). Doctor of Psychology (PsyD). 566.
https://digitalcommons.georgefox.edu/psyd/566