Family Impacts on Interracial Relationships

Madison Coxwell

Throughout different generations and decades, the idea of interracial relationships have evolved drastically. In the United States, interracial relationships are becoming more and more common. One of the major long term social impacts of interracial relationships is family relations. This research explores the ways that family members influence interracial relationships and the similarities and differences across experiences. The project investigates the role of the family in interracial relationships through a survey that asks respondents questions about their family, quality of relationship, and belief systems. My findings indicates that religiosity and ethnicity play a large role in determining the quality of interracial relationships.

• Madison Coxwell is from Goose Creek, SC. She is a senior sociology major with a double minor in human services and psychology. She is a part of the leadership team through the Baptist Collegiate Ministry. After graduation, Madison plans to work in foster care in order to advocate and be a voice for children in need.