Positionality, Intersectionality, and Reducing Harm in STEM

August 25, 2020 · by · in

Before our next meeting, please watch Nigel Golden‘s lecture titled “Reducing Harm: A Politic to Address Institutional and Cultural Practices that Reduce Participation and Retention in STEM“, given as the 2020 Ambrose Jearld Jr. Lecture.

As you watch, please take notes concerning: 

  • what is new to you that Nigel presents; 
  • what resonates with you; 
  • and what content/actions (or lack of action) you see reflected in your own departments/campus spaces.

There is a link in the video description to continue supporting Nigel’s work if you are able.

In addition, make sure to read or re-read ‘The Intersectionality Wars‘ on Vox. Think about the use and misuse of ‘intersectionality’ as a concept in current spaces and discussions.

Finally, head to the DIP website and review our past syllabi. We’re interested in knowing what past topics or papers might be worth a revisit.