Race, Interest Convergence, and Transfer Outcomes for Black Male Student Athletes

@article{Harper2009RaceIC,
  title={Race, Interest Convergence, and Transfer Outcomes for Black Male Student Athletes},
  author={Shaun R. Harper},
  journal={New Directions for Community Colleges},
  year={2009},
  volume={2009},
  pages={29-37}
}
  • Shaun R. Harper
  • Published 1 September 2009
  • Education
  • New Directions for Community Colleges
Critical Race Theory is used to consider the educational outcomes that could accrue when the interests of black male student athletes converge productively with the interests of community college administrators, faculty, and coaches. 
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