Syntia Santos Dietz, Associate Faculty in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Antioch New England, along with Howard, C. M., and Blaisdell, B., published an article in Ethnic and Racial Studies, titled “I’ll still continue to rise: Black Women’s Experiences in Academia.”
This article examines the challenges faced by early-career Black women faculty at Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs), focusing on how race and gender intersect to shape their academic experiences. Using a Black feminist framework, the study highlights the emotional labor, isolation, and identity navigation these women endure, particularly in resisting stereotypes like the “angry Black woman.” Despite these barriers, participants found ways to affirm their racial identities and assert agency within their institutions. The article emphasizes the importance of amplifying these often-silenced voices and calls for systemic change to create more inclusive, supportive academic environments.
To read the article, click here.
To learn more about Santoz Dietz, click here.
