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Experiences of Black Students at the University of Northampton

Seuwou, P., Sarwar, D., Pilkington, A. and Daye, M. (2021) Experiences of Black Students at the University of Northampton. Poster presented to: The University of Northampton Annual Research Conference 2021, 2021-06-22 - 2021-06-25.

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Abstract:
In recent years, considerable progress has been made to widen the participation of black students in UK higher education, in the past few months alone, the Covid-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement have shone a stark light on the racial inequalities that exist throughout all sections of UK society, including within higher education. Higher education (HE) has the potential to break intergenerational poverty by bringing about social mobility and justice. Thereby, transforming the lives of many from a disadvantaged background, the wider society and particularly the Black students who may face some level of prejudice. In this paper, the holistic experiences of students of African descent attending the University of Northampton have been explored. Findings reveal that substantial inequalities persist throughout their student lifecycle exposing systemic discrimination, broader political and social realities evident on the campus.
Creators:
Seuwou, P., Sarwar, D., Pilkington, A. and Daye, M.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Faculties > Faculty of Business & Law > Business Systems & Operations
Faculties > Faculty of Health & Society > Applied Social Studies & Sociology
Faculties > Faculty of Business & Law > Events, Tourism & Hospitality
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Research Centre > Centre for Sustainable Business Practices
Research Centres > Centre for Sustainable Business Practices
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Research Centre > Centre for Education and Research
Research Centres > Centre for Education and Research
Date:
18 June 2021
Date Type:
Publication
Journal or Publication Title:
The University of Northampton Annual Research Conference 2021
Event Title:
The University of Northampton Annual Research Conference 2021
Event Dates:
2021-06-22 - 2021-06-25
Event Type:
Other
Language:
English
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
No
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