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Tom Waidzunas
Associate professor in the sociology department at Temple University and director of the Gender Sexuality and Women's Studies program. He is the lead author of the book being discussed.
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Jul 11, 2025
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Tom Waidzunas et al., "Out Doing Science: LGBTQ STEM Professionals and Inclusion in Neoliberal Times" (UMass Press, 2025)
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In this discussion, Tom Waidzunas, an associate professor at Temple University, joins recent PhD graduate Brandon Fairchild and sociologist Ethan Czuy Levine to explore LGBTQ inclusion in STEM fields. They reveal how the pursuit of inclusion has shifted from activism to assimilation within neoliberal frameworks. Personal anecdotes highlight the challenges LGBTQ professionals face, from navigating corporate environments to balancing authenticity and acceptance. The conversation advocates for a transformative ‘queer STEM’ to challenge ongoing inequalities and foster genuine inclusivity.
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