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International Journal of
Ethnic College Health
Volume 3, Issue Number 1
October 2016
ISSN 2167-4108
College Health
Volume 2, Issue Number 1

Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Tralonda Triplett

Managing Editor
Tremene Triplett, MA, BBA

Contributing Editors
Tenetta Holt, BA
West Georgia Cancer Coalition

Regine Kanzki, MPH
Division Director
Broward Regional Health
Planning Council

Bianca D. Smith, MPH
Research Associate
Michigan Public Health
Institute

Valerie A. Sparks, MS
Behavioral Health Counselor
West Central Regional Hospital

Dr. Yonette F. Thomas
Medical Sociologist/Social
Epidemiologist
The New York Academy of
Medicine
The Institute for Successful Leadership is proud to continue its commitment to providing a
peer-reviewed repository for excellence in health promotion research and programming targeting
emerging adult populations attending Minority-Serving Institutions.  This issue represents transition to
an annual publication serving as a platform for diverse health promotion program designers to
highlight lessons and progress for effective methods to address this unique sub-population.

Feature Articles detail state-of-the-art programs implemented at MSI's and champion public health
ethics in research, program implementation, evaluation and dissemination. Perspectives is a forum for
opinions on ethical, social, institutional, professional or historical issues affecting application and
implementation of health promotion programming at MSIs.  The Rising Stars Spotlight highlights
trendsetters in the field of health promotion and wellness to diverse populations domestically and
abroad.  Finally, conference and training opportunities are listed to keep our audiences informed and
equipped to meet the changing needs of college-attending emerging adults.   

International Journal of Ethnic College Health is published by the Institute for Successful Leadership, Inc., exclusively
for subscribing members. Full articles are available to IJECH subscribers. References for published articles and any
additional questions are available upon request to the Institute for Successful Leadership, Inc.  For more information
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IJECH At-A-Glance
FEATURE ARTICLE

    Condom Availability at Historically Black Colleges & Universities                            
    By:  Ronald Braithwaite, PhD, Lorece Edwards, DrPH, Clarissa Francis, MA, Sabriya Dennis, DrPH,
    Ian Lindong, MD, Rhonda Conerly Holliday, PhD, and Natalie D. Hernandez, PhD
    Morehouse School of Medicine

    This study draws attention to HIV prevention strategies utilized at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
    (HBCUs) with an emphasis on condom distribution programs.  Based on the scientific literature, it is well
    documented that condoms serve as a frontline intervention strategy for reducing the incidence and prevalence
    of sexually transmitted diseases.  Majority institutions of higher education have employed multiple strategies for
    making condoms available to its student population.  With HBCUs the implementation strategies have not
    historically been comprehensive and typically condoms are only available within the student health center.  
    This study reports on a survey of 105 HBCUs queried to determine on campus condom distribution availability
    and sites.  More Information
FEATURE ARTICLE

    Alcohol, Marijuana, and Risk Behaviors among African American Emerging Adult Students
    By: Lorece V. Edwards, DrPH, MHS, Sabriya Dennis, DrPH, Ian Lindong, MD, Ronald Braithwaite, PhD, and        
    Olaoluwa Fajobi, MSPH
    Morgan State University School of Community Health & Policy

    Alcohol, marijuana use, and unprotected sex are major public health concerns among college students ages 18
    – 24.  However, there is limited information about African American students attending Historically Black
    Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in areas of health knowledge, health behavior, and overall attitude towards
    health. Alcohol and marijuana use is prevalent during college years and is associated with unprotected sex,
    sexual assault, drunk driving, dating violence, depression, and additional unintended consequences.
    Unfortunately, these overlapping behaviors have long-term health consequences for college students. The Get
    SMART Project aims to provide re-purposed prevention education to emerging adult populations. More
    Information
FEATURE ARTICLE

    Impact of Perceived Stress on Alcohol, Substance Abuse and Risky Sexual Behavior among Black
    Women 18 to 24 years of Age in an Urban Neighborhood
    By:  Charlean Walls, MPH, Tabia Henry Akintobi, PhD, MPH, Robina Josiah Willock, PhD, MPH, Assia Miller,
    MD, MPH, Jennie Trotter, MEd, and Shelia Lenoir, MCJ
    Morehouse School of Medicine Prevention Research Center &
    The Wholistic Stress Control Institute, Incorporated

    Black college-age women disproportionately experience health disparities including exposure to stress, which
    may be further exacerbated by educational attainment. The association between stress and risk-taking
    behaviors such as substance  abuse and risky sexual behavior has not been thoroughly investigated among
    young black women. The goal of this study was to determine the associations between stress and maladaptive
    coping mechanisms, including substance abuse and risky sexual behavior among black college age women.  
    More Information
PERSPECTIVE

    The Challenge of Providing Mental Health Services and Resources at HBCUs:  
    How Can Faculty and Staff Become More Culturally-Competent to Meet the Unique Needs of
    Students?
    By: Sharon Brown, PhD & Ajasha Long, BS
    Alabama A&M University

    College is a time of swift transition and inevitable change.  In turn, college students are more susceptible to
    psychological distress, depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems.  Past literature has reported
    scarcities in representation of African Americans and HBCU students in regards to mental health.  The literature
    that does include minority and diverse populations suggests that African Americans and other minorities are
    less likely to receive appropriate mental health care in a timely manner (Alden, 2013).  With regard to this
    information, HBCUs have indicated a desire to become more competent and to learn more about culturally-
    centered treatment in an effort to meet the unique needs of their student populations.     More Information
RISING STARS SPOTLIGHT

    Shanesha Brooks-Tatum, PhD
    Founder, Life Balance & Wellness Institute
    By:  Treméne Triplett, MA, BBA
    Institute for Successful Leadership, Inc.

    The International Journal of Ethnic College Health is pleased to salute Dr. Shanesha Brooks-Tatum as the
    2016 Rising Stars recipient for her tireless work to improve the health and wellness of women of color,
    especially college-attending women, across the lifespan. Brooks-Tatum is proof-positive of the old adage: be
    careful of the company you keep.
    More Information
FEATURE ARTICLE

    Perceived Parental Reaction to College Drinking among Minority Women                
    By:  Ty Wanda L. McLaurin-Jones, PhD, Maudry-Beverley Lashley, PhD, and Vanessa Marshall, PhD
    Howard University

    Emerging research has demonstrated that parents continue to exert their influence on college drinking either
    directly or indirectly. Yet, minority women have largely been overlooked. The objective of this study is tri-fold: to
    assess the prevalence of alcohol use, to examine the relationship between perceived parental reaction to
    college alcohol use and level of drinking,  and to evaluate views on familial influence of alcohol use. Utilizing the
    sequential explanatory design, a mixed-methods study was conducted with a sample of 413 female students
    attending a Historically Black College and University (HBCU).
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