The ivory tower : perspectives of women of color in higher education / edited by Kimetta R. Hairston and Tawannah G. Allen.

Other author Hairston, Kimetta, 1970- editor.
Other author Allen, Tawannah G., editor.
Format Book
PublicationLanham, Maryland: Rowman & Littlefield, [2023]
Descriptionxiv, 216 pages ; 24 cm
Subjects
African American women--Education (Higher). --Case studies.
African American women--Education (Graduate). --Case studies.
African American women college administrators--Case studies.
African American women college teachers--Case studies.
Discrimination in higher education.
Sex discrimination in higher education.
Feminism and education.

Partial contents Introduction: Empowering Women of Color in Academia / Kimetta R. Hairston and Tawannah G. Allen -- Part 1. Beginning the Journey in Academia -- Part 2. Advancing Through -- Part 3. Mentorship or Sponsorshipc -- Part 4. Thriving ... Not Just Surviving -- Afterword / Aminta H. Breaux.
Abstract "Women of color in the academe often face the double-jeopardy of race and gender bias. The Ivory Tower features firsthand accounts of BIPOC women in academia in order to promote the recruitment, retention, and success of women of color in higher education institutions. Topics include socio-emotional preservation, mentorship, and authentic identity"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Issued in other formOnline version: Ivory tower Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2023] 9781475868258
Genre/formCase studies.
LCCN2022029056
ISBN9781475868234
ISBN1475868235
ISBN(eBook)