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We're not ok, Black faculty experiences and higher education strategies, edited by Antija M. Allen, Justin T. Stewart

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non fiction

We're not ok

electronic resource

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1298710638

edited by Antija M. Allen, Justin T. Stewart

Cambridge Social Sciences eBooks

Black faculty experiences and higher education strategies

In the United States, only 6% of the 1.5 million faculty in degree-granting postsecondary institutions is Black. Research shows that, while many institutions tout the idea of diversity recruitment, not much progress has been made to diversify faculty ranks, especially at research-intensive institutions. We're Not Ok shares the experiences of Black faculty to take the reader on a journey, from the obstacles of landing a full-time faculty position through the unique struggles of being a Black educator at a predominantly white institution, along with how these deterrents impact inclusion, retention, and mental health. The book provides practical strategies and recommendations for graduate students, faculty, staff, and administrators, along with changemakers, to make strides in diversity, equity, and inclusion. More than a presentation of statistics and anecdotes, it is the start of a dialogue with the intent of ushering actual change that can benefit Black faculty, their students, and their institutions.--, Provided by publisher