Anti-Asian Racism and Well-Being in Higher Education

• In Event: Exploring Aspects of Asian Students' Experiences in Higher Education: Racism, Mental Health, and Support Services

Abstract

In light of increasing anti-Asian racism in the United States, this qualitative study utilized open-ended questions in a mixed-methods survey to conduct a study at a west coast university regarding anti-Asian racism, well-being, and perceptions of institutional support to mitigate negative consequences of anti-Asian racism. Grounded in the Racial Battle Fatigue framework, the findings illustrate that (a) Asian students experienced racism even within a diverse campus, and (b) there was nuance in participants’ perceptions regarding whether or not culturally relevant institutional support mechanisms were put in place. Further research is required to determine how higher education leaders can effectively support Asian college students through institutional policy and resource allocation.

Authors

• Milie Majumder, University of Southern California

• Natsumi Ueda, University of Southern California

• Alana Aiko Uilani Kennedy, Northern Arizona University

• Diane Lee, University of Southern California

• Tong Tong, University of Southern California