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Confronting Gender and Race Inequality in Academia: 'Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First Century Academy'

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Sisterlocking Discoarse: Race Gender and the Twenty First Century Academy (SUNY in Feminist Criticism and Theory)

Sisterlocking Discoarse: Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First-Century Academy (SUNY series in Feminist Criticism and Theory)

by Valerie Lee

4.4 out of 5

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In the wake of recent social justice movements, there has been a growing recognition of the persistent challenges faced by women and people of color in higher education. SUNY's new book, Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First Century Academy: Suny Series in Feminist Criticism and Theory, delves into this complex and multifaceted issue, providing valuable insights and strategies for creating a more inclusive and equitable academy.

Edited by Stacey Patton and Nicollette A. Kornet, Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First Century Academy brings together a diverse group of scholars to examine the intersection of race, gender, and power in higher education. The book explores a wide range of topics, including:

The underrepresentation of women and people of color in leadership positions
The gendered and racialized experiences of students in the classroom
The challenges faced by faculty of color in the academy
The role of affirmative action in promoting diversity and inclusion
Alternative models of leadership and organizational change

Through a combination of rigorous research and personal narratives, Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First Century Academy provides a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by women and people of color in academia. The book offers concrete strategies for transformative change, such as:

Challenging stereotypes and biases
Creating more inclusive curricula and pedagogy
Mentoring and supporting faculty of color
Advocating for policies that promote diversity and inclusion
Building coalitions across difference

Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First Century Academy is an essential resource for anyone interested in creating a more just and equitable academy. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of affairs, as well as a roadmap for moving forward. It is a must-read for faculty, administrators, students, and activists alike.

Praise for Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First Century Academy

"This book is a timely and incisive analysis of the continuing challenges faced by women and people of color in academia. The authors offer a nuanced understanding of the systemic barriers that perpetuate inequality and propose transformative strategies for change. This is a must-read for anyone interested in creating a more just and equitable academy." - Kimberlé Crenshaw, Distinguished University Professor, UCLA School of Law

"Patton and Kornet have assembled a powerful collection of essays that provide a comprehensive and intersectional analysis of race, gender, and power in higher education. This book is essential reading for anyone committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable academy." - Beverly Tatum, President Emerita, Spelman College

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Sisterlocking Discoarse: Race, Gender, and the Twenty-First-Century Academy (SUNY series in Feminist Criticism and Theory)

by Valerie Lee

4.4 out of 5