Technical Communication Quarterly Jul 2024

Black Professional Ethos: Exploring Black Mentorship Through Narrative Ethnography in Technical Communication

Christopher J. Morris York University ; Laura L. Allen York University

Abstract

Black mentorship is key to the professional development of Black scholars in technical and professional communication (TPC) and writing studies. Blending narrative ethnography and grounded theory, this article extends existing investigations into mentorship among Black professionals, by exploring how mentorship and rhetorical kinship among Black TPC and writing professors enrich their professional development. With implications for both academia and industry, this article highlights how Black TPC scholars develop, negotiate, and sustain Black professional ethos.

Journal
Technical Communication Quarterly
Published
2024-07-02
DOI
10.1080/10572252.2024.2340441
Open Access
Closed
Topics
qualitative research technical communication argument

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