Dismantling Institutional Whiteness

"This powerful and insightful book brings to light the challenges of women of color in leadership roles, and, in particular, those who occupy the mid-ranks of the academic hierarchy, such as in academic dean positions or as diversity leaders within units. Because few books address the lived realities of women of color leaders, this book boldly breaks new ground through a combination of original research and first-person narratives documenting the challenges faced by these leaders. With the positive and forward-looking strategies it offers, the book is a much-needed, critical resource for colleges and universities seeking to build more inclusive leadership models." —Edna B. Chun, Lecturer, Human Capital Management, Columbia University School of Professional Studies, and Chief Learning Officer, HigherEd Talent

"Strong, well-researched, and powerfully articulated, this collection foregrounds the important work being done in higher education by women and people of color in leadership positions. The book brings different voices into the conversation, and coalesces research and arguments from a variety of fields, including sociology, psychology, criticism, and leadership/business texts. The authors argue that leaders with intersectional identities are best placed to provide the kind of disruptive and transformative leadership needed to steer higher education in the future, and to dismantle some of the racist structures and processes at its core. Anyone currently serving as a leader in higher education—or hoping to become one—should read this book." —Amy Cook, Associate Dean for Research and Innovation, and Professor of English, Stony Brook University