Psychology Faculty Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-25-2013
Journal Title
International Journal of Sociology of Education
Volume
2
Issue
1
First Page
67
Last Page
92
DOI
10.4471/rise.2013.22
Abstract
We present the results of a qualitative research study involving interracial dating on a university campus. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 20 college students (10 couples) who currently were involved in interracial dating relationships. Participants repeatedly told us of experiences they had relating to public interaction. These involved dynamics relating to religion, friends and acquaintances, and prejudice and discrimination incidences. Additionally, themes emerged relating to the couple’s interpersonal relationships. These included their own reactions to discriminatory behavior, being thick-skinned about their interracial status, interracial sensitivity experienced by the African-American partner, and experiences of shared culture connectedness. Finally, the couples related common suggestions for future couples who consider interracial dating.
Keywords
Interracial dating, racism, African-Americans, qualitative research
Recommended Citation
Rose, S.F., & Firmin, M. (2013). A qualitative study of interracial dating among college students. International Journal of Sociology of Education, 2, 67-92.
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