Strategies for Increasing Students of Color in Study Abroad
- Aja Holmes (Iowa State University)
Abstract
Internationalization of education and the workforce is increasing across the globe, but how are students of color fairing in this globalization? Attendees in this session will be presented with data regarding travel abroad experiences of students of color: the transformative learning that takes place for students abroad, and strategies to increase the number and satisfaction of students of color who study abroad. Presenters will share firsthand accounts of their personal study abroad experiences as students of color. This presentation seeks to highlight the importance of engaging more students of color in study abroad opportunities to promote global awareness, citizenship, and connection to the university. Using the voices of African American doctoral students at two predominantly white institutions, this session provides a framework for a discussion and strategy building to improve relationships between student affairs professionals and students of color, thus enhancing the overall student of color study abroad experience.