Graduate Research Papers

Bias and barriers: An exploration of preventive measures to minimize the presence of Latinx professionals in postsecondary education

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Keywords

Discrimination in higher education--United States; Racism against Latin Americans--United States;

Abstract

This research paper analyzes several key factors indicating success in the Latinx population and the barriers which result in lack of equal representation in higher education. The three categories of barriers discussed include federal and state policy, socioeconomic status and success indicators, and hiring bias and retention at postsecondary education institutions in the United States.

Year of Submission

2021

Degree Name

Master of Arts

Department

Department of Health, Recreation, and Community Services

First Advisor

Julianne Gassman

Date Original

7-2021

Object Description

1 PDF file (38 pages)

Language

en

File Format

application/pdf

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