The Study of Joy
roadtrip nation: thriving - black men in higher education

Meet the roadtrippers: Destin, Enoch, and Tobias - three young Black men who are pursuing their dreams in higher ed. Then follow along as they learn how Black male leaders across a variety of fields navigated their own higher ed paths, and see what's possible when Black men are given the tools and resources to help them succeed in postsecondary education and beyond.

Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 101

About Roadtrip Nation: Thriving - Black Men In Higher Education:

Black men belong in higher ed spaces and can thrive when we build a culture of engagement, care, and support.

ROADTRIP NATION: THRIVING - BLACK MEN IN HIGHER EDUCATION follows three young Black men as they explore what's possible for their futures in postsecondary education and beyond.

Follow along as "roadtrippers" Destin, Enoch, and Tobias take a journey across the country to discover how they can successfully navigate their higher ed journeys and step into fulfilling and impactful careers they love.

Follow along with the "roadtrippers" as they explore more wide-ranging models of what's possible for their futures when our systems do more to ensure Black men's success in postsecondary education and beyond.

Through their journey, viewers meet inspiring Black male thought leaders and role models across a variety of fields, discovering proven supports and environments within higher ed that are helping Black men succeed.




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