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| Additional Physical Format: | Online version: Myers, Lena Wright. Broken silence. Westport, Conn. : Bergin & Garvey, 2002 (OCoLC)606807860 |
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| Material Type: | Internet resource |
| Document Type: | Book, Internet Resource |
| All Authors / Contributors: |
Lena Wright Myers |
| ISBN: | 0897897935 9780897897938 |
| OCLC Number: | 47989889 |
| Description: | x, 126 p. ; 22 cm. |
| Contents: | Foreword / Essie Manuel Rutledge -- The Status of African American Women in Traditionally White Academia -- Epoch of the Time -- The Power-Thirsty People Syndrome -- Interpretive Views of Race and Gender -- Our Voices about Our Experiences -- Coping with Indelible Experiences -- Epilogue / Djanna A. Hill. |
| Responsibility: | Lena Wright Myers. |
Abstract:
This work addresses the interlocking systems of race and gender in institutions of higher education in America. The study is based on empirical data from African American women of various disciplines in faculty and administrative positions at traditionally white colleges and universities.
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"At last, a book that provides insight into the varied and complex experiences of African American women who walk within the halls of white academia. A useful and important book for university administrators to use as a guide for the assessment and modification of "chilly" campus climates and for women of color who need to make sense of daily episodes of hostility, harassment and bias."-Dr. Shanette Harris Associate Professor, University of Rhode Island Licensed Psychologist Read more...
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