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 • 1h 8min
Tom Waidzunas et al., "Out Doing Science: LGBTQ STEM Professionals and Inclusion in Neoliberal Times" (UMass Press, 2025)
In this insightful discussion, Tom Waidzunas, an associate professor at Temple University, Ethan Levine, a sociologist with a chemistry background, and Brandon Fairchild, a recent doctoral graduate, delve into the intricate journey of LGBTQ professionals in STEM. They explore the shift from radical activism in the 1970s to today's more corporate-influenced, individualistic climate. The trio discusses the challenges of true representation, the evolution of advocacy, and the urgent need for a justice-driven approach to inclusivity, urging a reevaluation of what inclusion really means.
Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 8min
Tom Waidzunas et al., "Out Doing Science: LGBTQ STEM Professionals and Inclusion in Neoliberal Times" (UMass Press, 2025)
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.
