The Hispanic Faculty Experience : Opportunities for Growth and Retention in Christian Colleges and Universities.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Espinoza, Benjamin D.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hispanic American college teachers.

Christian universities and colleges.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (104 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chicago : Abilene Christian University Press, 2023.

Summary:

The Hispanic Faculty Experience, edited by Octavio J. Esqueda and Benjamin D. Espinoza, is a comprehensive anthology that explores the narratives and experiences of Hispanic faculty in Christian higher education. The book highlights the challenges and achievements faced by Latina/o educators in predominantly white institutions, offering insights into their personal and professional journeys. Through a series of essays, the authors address themes of diversity, inclusion, and equity, emphasizing the importance of understanding and supporting Hispanic faculty to foster growth and retention in academia. This volume is an essential resource for educational leaders committed to creating inclusive environments and ensuring representation among faculty and students. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Introduction. The Importance of Our Voices in the Academy

Chapter 1. Teaching as a Calling: Thriving and Surviving as a Mexican (and American) Professor

Chapter 2. My Experience as a Non-White, Latina Single Mother in the Academy

Chapter 3. Literature as Absolute Necessity

Chapter 4. Building Comunidad: Succeeding in Academia as a First-Generation Latina Professor

Chapter 5. Searching for Health: A Latino's Academic Journey

Chapter 6. Undercover Mexicana: From Heritage Denier to Bilingual Profesora

Chapter 7. Igualmente: Similar Struggle, Shared Success

Chapter 8. A Difficult Journey: From First-Generation Student to Two-Time President and Trustee

Conclusion. Our Stories Matter

Contributors.

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Other Format:

Print version: Espinoza, Benjamin D. The Hispanic Faculty Experience

ISBN:

9781684262298

1684262291

OCLC:

1397573945