Research Studies in Higher Education

Research Studies in Higher Education showcases the talents of a dynamic cadre of educational researchers, while contributing important studies on race, class, and gender in higher education. The book is uniquely designed to enable readers to learn quantitative and qualitative research through examples, while delving into the complexities of achieving diversity and social equity in colleges and universities. --Ivory A. Toldson, Ph.D., editor-in-chief, The Journal of Negro Education, Howard University

This groundbreaking book edited by Terence Hicks, a quantitative research professor, and Abul Pitre, a qualitative research professor, builds upon the usefulness of each research method and integrates them by providing valuable findings on a diverse group of college students. This book provides the reader with a mixture of quantitative and qualitative research studies surrounding nine chapters on African American, first-generation, undecided, and non-traditional college students. Drawing from major quantitative and qualitative theoretical research frameworks found in multicultural education, Research Studies in Higher Education is a must-read. The chapter authors provide important recommendations for university administrators, faculty, and staff in supporting the academic, personal, and social adjustment of college life for African American, first-generation, undecided, and non-traditional college students. The book contributes greatly to the research literature regarding the role that educational leaders have in educating multicultural college students.