In the sixth session of the critical conversations series, we talk about the experiences of women of color in higher education. Panelists include: Karen Lee Ashcraft, professor, College of Media, Communication, and Information at University of Colorado Boulder; Karen L. Dace, vice chancellor, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Lona Davenport (co-moderator), senior diversity program coordinator, UMKC Division of Diversity and Inclusion; Christine Grant, professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, associate dean of faculty advancement, North Carolina State University; Jennifer Laflam, professor and director of Center for Teaching and Learning at American River College; Tamica Lige (co-moderator), program coordinator, Students Training in Academia, Health, and Research (STAHR); Shani Barrax Moore, director of diversity and inclusion, University of North Texas.

If you’d like to read more on the subject prior to the discussion, check out the book, “Unlikely Allies in the Academy: Women of Color and White Women in Conversation,” edited by panelist Karen L. Dace. Use this link and receive 20% off with the code BSE20 at checkout, valid only for books purchased through Routledge website.