Removing Barriers

Women in Academic Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Author: Jill M. Bystydzienski
Secondary Author: Sharon R. Bird
ISBN: 9780253218179

Movement into academic science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields has been slow for women and minorities. Not only are women and minorities underrepresented in STEM careers, there is strong evidence that many academic departments are resistant to addressing the concerns that keep them from entering careers in these fields. In light of recent controversies surrounding these issues, this volume, examining reasons for the persistence of barriers that block the full participation and advancement of underrepresented groups in the sciences and addressing how academic departments and universities can remedy the situation, is particularly timely. As a whole, the volume shows positive examples of institutions and departments that have been transformed by the inclusion of women and recommends a set of best practices for continuing growth in positive directions.

Publisher: Indiana University Press
Publish Date: 2006

Subjects: Science / Philosophy & Social Aspects, Social Science / Women's Studies

This book is available in the following Community Centers: Women's Center (Location: STEM)