Patterson-Stephens, ShawnaLane, Tonisha B.Vital, Louise Michelle2021-10-212021-10-212017-05-01http://hdl.handle.net/10919/105626The purpose of this phenomenological study was to expand upon extant research and uncover trends observed among Black women who are in pursuit of – or have recently attained – their doctoral degrees within the United States. Exploring the voices of seven women, findings revealed three primary themes: (1) socialization experiences, (2) student success, and (3) challenges. Implications for students, administrators, and faculty are provided.application/pdfenIn CopyrightArticle - Refereed2021-10-2131Lane, Tonisha [0000-0002-1063-2744]