The Tenure-Track Process for Chicana and Latina Faculty: Experiences of Resisting and Persisting in the Academy

Book Details

• Author: Patricia A. Perez, Ph.D.

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 150

• Release Date: 10-05-2019

• Languages: English

• ISBN: 9780367225810

About the Book

This insightful anthology examines the significant role that postsecondary institutional structures and policies play in shaping the tenure-track experience for Chicana and Latina faculty in higher education. Through powerful first-person narratives, the contributors share their personal stories of survival and perseverance within the academy, weaving in critical theoretical perspectives and qualitative empirical research.

Key topics explored include the importance of early socialization, the impact of intergenerational mentorship, the value of culturally relevant faculty programming, and the institutional challenges and support structures that directly affect women of color navigating the tenure and promotion process.

By shedding light on these crucial issues, this volume provides valuable practical and policy recommendations aimed at academics, scholars, and higher education institutions. Its primary goal is to facilitate a more inclusive and supportive environment for Chicana and Latina faculty, helping them to successfully achieve tenure and promotion in a field where systemic challenges often persist.