Developing, Assessing and Getting the Most Out of White Advocates, Allies and Advisors: Identifying Your Changing Needs and Responses Over a Career

Authors

Kent Wagner, Academic Advisor, Robert E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program, University of Colorado, Boulder

Date of this Version

October 2001

Document Type

Article

Abstract

This workshop focuses on experiences successful students, faculty and staff of color have with white advisors, advocates and allies. Topics such as assessing ally motivation and commitment will be addressed. The goal is to compile a picture of changing retention needs as they are impacted by key, white personnel.