Last year, my partner and I went on the job market. What I learned forever changed my outlook on gender gaps in academia and the inherent sexism pervasive in our culture. Although we are both happy and have since landed jobs in our field, the process was more painful than it should have been, as sexist behavior on the part of prospective employers led to undue stress.
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The subject matter of this blog owes a great debt to Brittany Packnett, a brilliant activist, educator, podcaster, and woman. A few weeks ago, she posted on her Instagram about spending privilege and it got me thinking. This blog is the result of that thinking. If you don’t follow her, you are missing out.
Read MoreThe way I figure, the holiday season starts November 1 and extends until January 2 (or whenever I darn well want to stop listening to holiday music). But this week is about celebrating the gifts life has brought our way and dwelling in gratitude. To that end, we at AEC have rounded up a few things for which we are grateful.
Read MoreThe rant (and rave) blog from last month was so well reviewed that I’ve decided to make it my next series! Look for the next three blogs from me to be things I’m mad or thrilled about. Also, if there is something you want me to rant or rave about, shoot me an email or check out Lauren and I presenting at UCEA in Houston on Friday!
Read MoreHopefully, you voted on Tuesday. Hopefully, you got to bed at a reasonable time. I stayed up far too late, compulsively refreshing election returns from CNN and The New York Times. I became deeply familiar with the Texas county map and cheered when polls in Atlanta were forced to stay open three hours later than originally scheduled. In Wednesday’s proverbial cold light of day, pundits nationwide looked for a unifying narrative to the midterms or an answer to the question of What does it mean? I don’t have that for you – and honestly I don’t think they really do either – but I will offer a couple of reflections.
Read MoreWe can easily draw the connection between the role of representation and promoting gender equality. As discussed in earlier blogs, it makes sense that young girls who see female leadership feel more empowered to achieve. This plays out in classrooms, institutions of higher education, politics, the media, and workplaces. This week, AEC is delighted to welcome Gabrielle, whose guest blog goes beyond representation to look at the power of gender equity to create a safer world and discusses why it’s important for each of us to challenge gender bias.
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