Research experiences are an integral part of training future scientists and fostering diversity in science. Providing culturally responsive research mentorship, defined as mentorship that incorporates cultural knowledge to improve learning experiences for a particular group, is a critical step in this endeavor. While culturally responsive…

This study sought to explore the experiences of counsellors at Nelson Mandela University's Emthonjeni Student Wellness counselling unit regarding the implementation of a blended counselling model which integrated virtual interventions into the existing practice model. Grounded theory methodology was employed to generate an understanding of the…

Latines experience disparities in higher education, similar to disparities in healthcare. Latines are less likely to utilize support services in both settings. In healthcare, the "promotore," a professional who promotes healthcare as a credible member of the Latine culture, helps to bridge this gap and increase utilization. This article…

Social workers have an ethical obligation to challenge systemic oppression. Within the context of Latinx college students, there are many systemic barriers that negatively impact their mental health. Previous research focuses on identifying individual characteristics among Latinx students that promote academic success and psychological wellbeing.…

For many international students in the United States, access to adequate mental health support and resources had been a challenge long before the outbreak of COVID-19, and pandemic-related stressors continue to influence their present lives. To address international student mental health concerns in US higher education that have been exacerbated…

Inspired by Sen's capability approach and the intersectional perspective, we examine how guidance professionals facilitate or hinder the conversion of resources into capabilities and functionings of marginalized students. Thematic analysis of 19 life story interviews with Indigenous female students in two Canadian universities illustrates how…

Entering into a new decade with an even more diversified college student population will not only require more assessment models involving students but also deeper professional development of institutional representatives key to student learning. Reflecting upon the conversations over the last three years around culturally responsive assessment…

Latinx students are enrolling in four-year higher education institutions at a rapidly increasing rate. However, an alarming low number complete their degrees. Institutional barriers such as racism, language discrimination, cultural conflict, privilege of citizenship, and lack of role models present challenges to degree completion for Latinx…

Objective: To examine experiences of anti-Indigenous racism in a Canadian medical school and inform the development of critical and action-oriented Indigenous health education necessary to pave the way for reconciliation within health systems. Design: A qualitative study conducted within a constructivist paradigm which involved: (1)…

In 2011, the University of Delaware underwent an evaluation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The evaluation raised concerns about the university's lack of campus diversity, low five-year graduation rates for underrepresented minorities, and the potential decline in Latino student enrollment as a result of rising admissions…

The current criterion for acceptance to universities in Israel is based on psychometric testing that presents a strong barrier for acceptance of students of Ethiopian origin (SEO) to the universities. Based on the sociocultural theories of Vygotsky and Feuerstein, we suggest an intervention aimed at integrating SEO, considered to be…

Black males encounter significant microaggressions and race related challenges as students in Predominantly White Institutions. These encounters negatively impact their college learning and social experiences. In the face of these challenges, college retention rate of Black males falls behind those of other racial and gender groups (Toldson,…

We examined student engagement with respect to gender, race, and finance at 1 South African university using a culturally relevant conceptual framework. Data for 2,569 students were collected via a survey covering demographics, cocurricular involvement, and learning outcomes. Findings include differences in sense of connection, pride, and…

Undocumented student immigrants in the United States face substantial challenges in higher education including systemic, institutional, and cultural barriers that often impede access to and success in higher education. These barriers directly influence academic and work opportunities. The purpose of this article is to discuss the myriad of factors…

Low-income, first-generation, and racial/ethnic minority students encounter unique challenges in higher education because they contend with fewer economic and social resources, and fewer familial role models who have successfully navigated college. Just as importantly, these students contend with negative cultural stereotypes and expectations…