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Book SynopsisThis edited collection examines women's roles in the academy. Statistics show that women outnumber men in most universities and that women's pay still lags behind men's, but the numbers only hint at the broader story. This edited collection fills that gap with the stories of twelve womenfrom part-time faculty to college presidentswho answer key questions such as why they pursued a career in the academy and how they handled childcare issues and sexism in the workplace. Advice, encouragement, and caution are offered to guide those considering a career in the academy and those already in academe who are wondering about their options. This book is recommended for burgeoning female scholars and for established scholars of any gender in women's studies, gender studies, higher education, and communication studies.
Trade ReviewOf the life histories of women in higher education, this is the best I've read. Women in the Academy will be a valuable resource for any woman considering a career in academe. It's easy for me to envision that many will be inspired to take the plunge after reading this book. -- Nicholas H. Wolfinger, University of Utah, and co-author of Do Babies Matter?: Gender and Family in the Ivory Tower
Table of ContentsForeword: Seeing the World through Different Eyes: Considering the Role of Women in the Academy Jacqueline Edmondson Introduction Nichola D. Gutgold and Angela Linse Chapter 1: Standing Tall Carmen Twillie Ambar Chapter 2: Personal Reflections on Being a Woman Leader in Academia Bette L. Bottoms Chapter 3: Finding Motivation in Stereotypes and Double Binds Nichola D. Gutgold Chapter 4: Collaboration, Mentoring, and Learning Can Lead to A Life Filled With All Three Angela Linse Chapter 5: Reclaiming Authenticity: Owning My Pathway Claudine Keenan Chapter 6 Found in Translation Helen Heinrich Chapter 7: First Generation to Full Professor: Negotiating Class in Academe Anne F. Mattina Chapter 8: The Feminism of the Everyday Mariko Silver Chapter 9: Joy is in the Journey Kala M. Stroup Chapter 10: Bold Questions for my Heart and Head Stephanie Butler Velegol Chapter 11: Conclusion: Why Women’s Voices Matter Nichola D. Gutgold and Angela Linse Afterword: Lessons Learned Diana Bartelli Carlin
