The Hero Complex: Advising Minority Males

Resilience and true grit can be developed in minority male students by considering several factors during advising sessions. The facilitator advises students using a theory he calls “The Hero Complex,” which helps students develop proactive strategies and tactics for college completion and transfer. During this webinar, the facilitator discusses several critical issues, including networking factors, cultural and parental support, and abilities and skills. Webinar participants learn how to motivate students so they realize their true grit. They also gain an understanding of major persistence concepts related to advising minority males. The webinar facilitator is a Certified Advisor at Northeast Lakeview College in Universal City, Texas. His subject matter expertise is in minority male advising, scholarship advising, and assisting students locate their true grit in order to stay motivated while in college. He holds a bachelor’s degree and has completed graduate coursework in the Educational Leadership program at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Alejandro Araiza, Certified Advisor, Northeast Lakeview College

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