Exposing the "culture of arrogance" in the academy : a blueprint for increasing Black faculty satisfaction in higher education /

Exposing the "culture of arrogance" in the academy : a blueprint for increasing Black faculty satisfaction in higher education /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Thompson, Gail L., 1957-
Other Authors: Louque, Angela, 1960-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Sterling, Va. : Stylus, 2005.
Edition:1st ed.
Subjects:
African American college teachers > Social conditions.
African American college teachers > Job satisfaction.
African American college teachers > Attitudes.
Educational surveys > United States.
United States > Race relations.
Online Access:Table of contents
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction : honoring our need to speak about controversial issues
  • To remain or to leave? That is the "question" : factors affecting Black faculty's satisfaction and dissatisfaction levels at their current institution
  • All I'm asking is for a "little" respect at work : the importance of feeling valued and respected
  • Wanted : a supportive work environment
  • Did this package come with instructions? : how the unwritten "rules" of the academy can affect Black faculty
  • Coping with cultural insensitivity and sometimes just plain stupidity in the academy
  • The "R word" : facing racism's ugly reality in the academy
  • The bright side of the academy : sources of satisfaction and recommendations from Black faculty
  • Conclusion : calling all courageous leaders!