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Many deny that racism remains pervasive in America today. How can
we open eyes to the continuing disadvantages that keep many people
of color from fulfilling their potential, and having an equal
chance to achieve the American Dream ?By presenting the impact of
racism on the most innocent and powerless members of society
children of color in the form of statistics, this book aims to
change attitudes and perceptions. Children have no say about where
they are born or what school they attend. They have no control over
whether or not they get medical treatment when they fall ill. They
can t avoid exposure if their home is in a community blighted by
pollution. The questions this book poses are: What responsibility
do we expect children to take for their life circumstances? Do
those conditions blight their futures? If they aren t responsible,
who is? Are some in society privileged and complicit in denying
people of color the advantages and protections from harm most of us
take for granted? Through the cumulative effect of official
statistics rather than the more usual reliance on anecdote by
taking a show me the numbers approach this book will open minds,
start conversations, and even prompt readers to take action. While
the numbers are official they are often hard to find because they
are scattered across so many sources. Art Munin has not only done
the research, but shows the reader how to locate data on racial and
socio-economic disparities, and develop her or his own case or
classroom project."Color by Number" takes as its metaphorical point
of departure the familiar children s activity of that name. Art
Munin has painstakingly researched and gathered the numbers, and
has filled in the spaces to reveal the hidden picture of racism in
America from the perspectives of health, the environment, the law,
and education.This book is intended as a fact-based, antiracism
text for diversity and social justice courses, and as a resource
for diversity and social justice educators as they craft their
race, racism, and White privilege curricula. Art Munin s
multidisciplinary approach drawing on scholarly work from medicine,
law, sociology, psychology, and education provides the reader with
a comprehensive way to understand the pervasiveness of racism."
The role of Dean of Students is pivotal: in students’ lives; for
their institutions as a conduit to senior administration about
issues of concern to students; as a figure who can coordinate
disparate campus constituencies -- from academic affairs and
athletics to campus safety and relationships with parents and
alums; and as a crisis manager. What preparation, skills,
dispositions, and knowledge do DOSs need to be effective in their
role; and, indeed, what areas and range of activities generally
fall under their responsibility? Through chapters by experienced
DOSs--from early career to veterans, and in between--this book
provides vivid first-hand accounts of what’s involved in managing
the multiple roles of the deanship, its immense personal rewards,
the positive impact that practitioners can make in the lives of
students, and on campus policy and environment, without glossing
over the demands on time and the concomitant stresses. The
contributors describe the paths they followed to take on the role,
and what they do to keep current. Each chapter offers a wealth of
anecdotes that provide an insider’s feel for the daily life of
the DOS, and how incumbents have found ways to integrate family and
personal needs with the discharging of their often demanding
responsibilities. The contributing authors offer valuable advice on
setting priorities and dealing with issues as varied as setting
budgets, creating an effective team, delegation, and addressing
student conduct issues. They offer guidance on developing allies
across campus, keeping up to date with trends and legislation, and
building a network of mentors and advisors through professional
associations and connection with their peers at institutions around
the country. The book concludes with some perspectives about the
meaning and purpose of the dean of students role in our current era
and as we look to the future of higher education. The dean of
students is a challenging role because it is often the one
administrator thrust onto the frontlines to meet students not only
at their best, but also at their worst. This person is an advocate
and educator, disciplinarian and friend, confidant and counselor,
and advisor and parent all rolled into one. Keep Calm and Call the
Dean of Students offers a unique window into this challenging and
rewarding position that will appeal to sitting deans; to those
seeking this role; and to senior leaders in higher education
seeking to appoint a DOS and/or organize a dean of students
portfolio of responsibilities.
The role of Dean of Students is pivotal: in students' lives; for
their institutions as a conduit to senior administration about
issues of concern to students; as a figure who can coordinate
disparate campus constituencies -- from academic affairs and
athletics to campus safety and relationships with parents and
alums; and as a crisis manager. What preparation, skills,
dispositions, and knowledge do DOSs need to be effective in their
role; and, indeed, what areas and range of activities generally
fall under their responsibility? Through chapters by experienced
DOSs--from early career to veterans, and in between--this book
provides vivid first-hand accounts of what's involved in managing
the multiple roles of the deanship, its immense personal rewards,
the positive impact that practitioners can make in the lives of
students, and on campus policy and environment, without glossing
over the demands on time and the concomitant stresses. The
contributors describe the paths they followed to take on the role,
and what they do to keep current. Each chapter offers a wealth of
anecdotes that provide an insider's feel for the daily life of the
DOS, and how incumbents have found ways to integrate family and
personal needs with the discharging of their often demanding
responsibilities. The contributing authors offer valuable advice on
setting priorities and dealing with issues as varied as setting
budgets, creating an effective team, delegation, and addressing
student conduct issues. They offer guidance on developing allies
across campus, keeping up to date with trends and legislation, and
building a network of mentors and advisors through professional
associations and connection with their peers at institutions around
the country. The book concludes with some perspectives about the
meaning and purpose of the dean of students role in our current era
and as we look to the future of higher education. The dean of
students is a challenging role because it is often the one
administrator thrust onto the frontlines to meet students not only
at their best, but also at their worst. This person is an advocate
and educator, disciplinarian and friend, confidant and counselor,
and advisor and parent all rolled into one. Keep Calm and Call the
Dean of Students offers a unique window into this challenging and
rewarding position that will appeal to sitting deans; to those
seeking this role; and to senior leaders in higher education
seeking to appoint a DOS and/or organize a dean of students
portfolio of responsibilities.
Many deny that racism remains pervasive in America today. How can
we open eyes to the continuing disadvantages that keep many people
of color from fulfilling their potential, and having an equal
chance to achieve the American Dream ?By presenting the impact of
racism on the most innocent and powerless members of society
children of color in the form of statistics, this book aims to
change attitudes and perceptions. Children have no say about where
they are born or what school they attend. They have no control over
whether or not they get medical treatment when they fall ill. They
can t avoid exposure if their home is in a community blighted by
pollution. The questions this book poses are: What responsibility
do we expect children to take for their life circumstances? Do
those conditions blight their futures? If they aren t responsible,
who is? Are some in society privileged and complicit in denying
people of color the advantages and protections from harm most of us
take for granted? Through the cumulative effect of official
statistics rather than the more usual reliance on anecdote by
taking a show me the numbers approach this book will open minds,
start conversations, and even prompt readers to take action. While
the numbers are official they are often hard to find because they
are scattered across so many sources. Art Munin has not only done
the research, but shows the reader how to locate data on racial and
socio-economic disparities, and develop her or his own case or
classroom project."Color by Number" takes as its metaphorical point
of departure the familiar children s activity of that name. Art
Munin has painstakingly researched and gathered the numbers, and
has filled in the spaces to reveal the hidden picture of racism in
America from the perspectives of health, the environment, the law,
and education.This book is intended as a fact-based, antiracism
text for diversity and social justice courses, and as a resource
for diversity and social justice educators as they craft their
race, racism, and White privilege curricula. Art Munin s
multidisciplinary approach drawing on scholarly work from medicine,
law, sociology, psychology, and education provides the reader with
a comprehensive way to understand the pervasiveness of racism."
At a time when divisiveness and racism are on the rise, the need
and demand for diversity training and trainers has never been
greater. The authors - with more than 25 years of combined
experience in diversity and social justice work - conceived this
book in response to constant requests for advice on how to get
started in, and develop a career as, diversity consultants. This
succinct cookbook - with the additional wisdom of fourteen
well-known and respected practitioners who offer the lessons they
have learned - provides the guidance to get you going and succeed.
The cookbook metaphor reflects the delicate nature of diversity
consulting where the little things can make a significant
difference in the final outcome. As with cooking where a dash of
seasoning, the choice of temperature, or cooking time, impact the
final dish, so the wrong balance in creating an environment that is
welcoming and constructive while addressing issues that may be
disorienting for the audience can ruin a presentation before it
gets started. Like a cookbook, this book is set out in small
chunks. It covers the need to need to audit and enhance your skills
and knowledge, establish your brand and what you distinctively
bring to the table, develop your outreach and contacts, and learn
to listen to clients to determine what interventions will achieve
their long-term goals. It addresses the need to develop your
strategic plan with a clear sense of mission, vision, and values;
moves on to topics such as financial planning, pricing, contracts,
scheduling, and considerations about presentation styles and
handouts; and gets down to the specifics of marketing, with ideas
on business cards, websites, networking, and even how to dress. For
anyone contemplating embarking on a career as a diversity
consultant - either part-time while holding an existing position or
as a full-time endeavor, this is an invaluable guide for getting
started, and for keeping at your side as you develop your practice.
At a time when divisiveness and racism are on the rise, the need
and demand for diversity training and trainers has never been
greater. The authors - with more than 25 years of combined
experience in diversity and social justice work - conceived this
book in response to constant requests for advice on how to get
started in, and develop a career as, diversity consultants. This
succinct cookbook - with the additional wisdom of fourteen
well-known and respected practitioners who offer the lessons they
have learned - provides the guidance to get you going and succeed.
The cookbook metaphor reflects the delicate nature of diversity
consulting where the little things can make a significant
difference in the final outcome. As with cooking where a dash of
seasoning, the choice of temperature, or cooking time, impact the
final dish, so the wrong balance in creating an environment that is
welcoming and constructive while addressing issues that may be
disorienting for the audience can ruin a presentation before it
gets started. Like a cookbook, this book is set out in small
chunks. It covers the need to need to audit and enhance your skills
and knowledge, establish your brand and what you distinctively
bring to the table, develop your outreach and contacts, and learn
to listen to clients to determine what interventions will achieve
their long-term goals. It addresses the need to develop your
strategic plan with a clear sense of mission, vision, and values;
moves on to topics such as financial planning, pricing, contracts,
scheduling, and considerations about presentation styles and
handouts; and gets down to the specifics of marketing, with ideas
on business cards, websites, networking, and even how to dress. For
anyone contemplating embarking on a career as a diversity
consultant - either part-time while holding an existing position or
as a full-time endeavor, this is an invaluable guide for getting
started, and for keeping at your side as you develop your practice.
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