Title

The Experiences of African-American Males in Academic Leadership Positions at Public Predominantly White Institutions in North Carolina

Authors

Comfort O. Okpala, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2016

Abstract

The purpose of this narrative study was to explore the experiences of African-American males in academic leadership positions at public predominately White institutions in North Carolina. Four African-American males in academic leadership positions that met the selection criteria were purposefully selected for the study. For the sake of confidentiality a pseudonym was used for the participants and universities to protect their privacy. Multiple data collection and analytical methods were utilized to document the experiences and voices of the participants. While the experiences of the participants varied, they overwhelmingly identified their faith in God, mentorship, qualifications and preparations made them successful in their academic leadership positions at their various institutions. The findings from this study have policy, practical, and leadership implications.

Recommended Citation

Okpala, Comfort O., "The Experiences of African-American Males in Academic Leadership Positions at Public Predominantly White Institutions in North Carolina" (2016). Faculty Publications. 168.
https://digital.library.ncat.edu/facpub/168

Publication Title

Journal of Research Initiatives

Publisher

Fayetteville State University