Quote and Overview
"Give the bevy of stereotypes and controlling images that the men face, a major factor in being resilient is having an awareness of how they are perceived on campus—and in wider society."
Derrick R. Brooms offers valuable insight into the lives of black men on college campuses in “Black Men Emerging.” Published in 2017, this text demonstrates the importance of a positive campus climate on a student’s sense of belonging, and how black men navigate campuses where they do not feel like they belong. Brooms studies the effects of campus life and academic experiences on black men in college, and how these men engage in various efforts in order to be resilient. Dr. Dave Ramsaran introduces this text.
Derrick Brooms
- Common Reading Visiting Lecture SeriesCOMMON READING LECTURES
Derrick R. Brooms, Ph.D.
Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018—7:30 p.m.
Brooms is an associate professor of sociology and Africana studies at the University of Cincinnati.
Derrick Brooms is the Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Cincinnatti. He was previously the Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Louisville and Prairie State College. Brooms has earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Chicago in African and African-American Studies and his PhD from Loyola University of Chicago in Sociology. He focuses on the lived experiences of African-American males and representations of African-American identity and culture within the media. His experience with working with African-American men include teaching, coaching, mentoring, and service.
Discussion Questions
1. What are some issues that black men have to deal with on college campuses?
2. What are microaggressions and how does it affect minority students?
3. Why do you think the author uses interviews in the text?
4. How have the men, mentioned in the text, stayed resilient?
5. In the text, Bruce used his faith to keep him motivated towards his goals? What motivates you to complete your goals?
In-Class Activities
1. Have students research statistics about African-American students at Susquehanna or similar institutions.
2. Have students discuss in small groups how they can help this issue on campus.
