Myths, Stereotypes and Truths: A Critical Look at the Relationship Between Africans and African-Americans.

Author

Jennifer Olufemi Salu

Date of Award

2006

Document Type

Undergraduate Thesis

Department

Journalism

First Advisor

Minjoo Oh

Relational Format

Dissertation/Thesis

Abstract

This study focuses on the relationship between Africans and African-Americans and examines the w ay many members of each group perceive the other. In examining the relationship between each group, the study focuses on looking at some of the myths and stereotypes many Africans, especially African students and immigrants in the United States, have of African-Americans and vice-versa and the impact these myths and stereotypes have on the way members of both groups view each other. This study also focuses on understanding and some of the unique challenges members of each group face in trying to correct mistaken assumptions about each group.

Recommended Citation

Salu, Jennifer Olufemi, "Myths, Stereotypes and Truths: A Critical Look at the Relationship Between Africans and African-Americans." (2006). Honors Theses. 2114.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/2114

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