Sydney R
- Research Program Mentor
EdM at Texas State University
Expertise
Higher Education, Multi-racial students, College Student Transitions, Non-Traditional Students, First-Generation Students
Bio
As a first-generation multiracial student, my college journey has expanded my worldview and understanding of college education. It sparked my curiosity about how other students that may share my identities experience college and that may promote completion. Hello! I currently work at the University of Texas at Austin and have a deep-seated passion for college access and transition persistence, and multiracial college students. I presented at an academic conference focusing on the challenges the first year, particularly first-generation students face in their transitions, and strategies to aid in that process. I use educational, sociological, and historical frameworks to identify challenges for these students and identify best practices and resources that would serve them. In my free time, I am an avid tennis player who attends trivia weekly with my best friends. I have an absurd amount of books that I have read and love messing with my cat, Nemo.Project ideas
Rural Multiracial Students and Their Transition to a R1 Institution
In this project, I would use qualitative methods to investigate the multi-leveled challenges faced by multiracial and transracial adopties who grew up in rural areas of the southwest and now are transitioning into college at a R1 institution. The culmination of this project would be an academic poster with testimonials and quotes from anonymous interview participates.
Politics and Higher education Administration Since The Civil Rights Movement
This presentation delved into the intricate relationship between politics and higher education administration since the Civil Rights Movement. It highlighted the Civil Rights Movement's impact on reshaping higher education policies and introducing affirmative action measures. The role of student activism in driving change on campuses was emphasized, along with the influence of federal funding and state politics on higher education institutions. The presentation also discussed challenges such as navigating campus free speech, ensuring gender equity through Title IX, and addressing the impact of immigration policies on international students. Lastly, it underscored the opportunities and responsibilities of administrators to adapt to evolving political landscapes, advocate for their institutions, and foster equitable educational environments.