The chapter explores the concept of intersectionality, focusing on how oppressive societal structures intersect with an individual's identity in academia, leading to compounded challenges. It delves into examples of power dynamics, pedagogy, and the impact of systemic oppression on marginalized identities within educational institutions. The conversation also touches on the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and the challenges faced by adjunct professors in navigating the academic landscape.
Clarissa Sorensen Unruh shares about intersectionality, power, and pedagogy on episode 522 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.
Quotes from the episode
It is hard for students to accurately think about what their learning process looked like.
-Clarissa Sorensen Unruh
Not only is the system rigged for a certain dominant group, but it is purposefully sabotaging some groups.
-Clarissa Sorensen Unruh
The unfortunate thing about intersectionality is that once you start seeing the power lenses, you can never go back to not seeing the power lenses.
-Clarissa Sorensen Unruh
Our goal is not to get burnt out.
-Clarissa Sorensen Unruh