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The Experiences of Multiracial Latinx Students in Community Colleges: The Impact of Faculty and Student Interactions

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  • Background: As the number of multiracial individuals in the United States continues to grow, institutions of higher education have also seen an increase in enrollment of multiracial students. Subsequently, there has also been an increase in studies on multiracial identity and the effects of campus climate on multiracial students. Although studies have increased to include this demographic group, little is known about the personal experience of multiracial Latinx students on the community college campus and how their experiences with faculty interactions impact their education. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore the experience of multiracial Latinx students and their interactions with faculty on the community college campus. Setting: Two community college campuses in Northern California served as the setting for the research. Subjects: A total of 10 students that self-identified as multiracial Latinx served as the subjects. Research Design: A qualitative study using narrative inquiry was used, and the theoretical framework of critic multiracial theory (MultiCrit) (Harris, 2016) was employed. Data Collection and Analysis: Semi-structured interviews were conducted during Spring 2018 at two different community college campuses. A critical incident approach to narrative inquiry was employed to focus the interviews. Interviews were transcribed and analyzed for themes using Ruona’s (2005) method for qualitative analysis. Trustworthiness was ensured through triangulation and rich thick description. Themes were identified and connected with six key findings. Findings: Six key findings emerged from the data: (a) Multiraciality is multifaceted (b) lived experiences informed interactions with faculty in the classroom (c) multiracial students experience racism, but not in a uniform way (d) connections with faculty, staff, and peers of color matter (e) welcoming spaces are created or damaged by faculty. The findings were framed and discussed using MultiCrit (Harris, 2016) and extant literature. Conclusions: This study adds to the scope research and knowledge on effects of campus climate by addressing the experience of multiracial Latinx students and their interactions with faculty on the community college campus. The key findings that emerged describe the racialized experiences of multiracial students and the ways in which the context of those experiences inform their interactions with faculty on the community college campus.
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  • 2020-06-12 to 2022-07-13

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