Boyhood to Manhood ― Deconstructing Black Masculinity Through a Life Span Continuum

This volume looks at the lives of black men with a special focus on African-American experience in educational settings. A couple of essays deal with other topics: an archive of historical images of black men available for educational and other uses, and public health data that shows overall wellness outcomes for black men are the lowest for any group studied. The essays on education here range from autoethnography or first person accounts to academic papers focused on statistical data, and education is seen here as a key factor for black men's success. Contributors cover areas from the K-12 system through the experiences of black male academic teachers. Overall, the book focuses on the many stresses black men face, and examples of ways that groups and individuals have survived them. Recommended for black male students, teachers, and administrators, and those who care about their success; the book includes some simple practical recommendations for improving the success of black male students. Annotation c2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)

C. Spencer Platt is Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina. He received his PhD in higher education administration from the University of Texas at Austin.
Darryl B. Holloman is Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at Georgia State University and has worked in student and academic affairs for over twenty years. His research examines the progression and persistence of underrepresented populations on college campuses.
Lemuel W. Watson is Dean of the College of Education at the University of South Carolina and Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policies and Executive Director for the South Carolina Center for Educational Partnerships.