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Sexism in the University

Sexism in the University. AFAM/WMST 2020 Valdosta State University. Introduction. To inform everyone about the sexism barriers within the Universities Group Members: India Tolefree Jarvin Wright Jessica Whittington Kimberly Daniels Tara Johnson Amy Brogdon. Topics of Discussion.

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Sexism in the University

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  1. Sexism in the University • AFAM/WMST 2020 • Valdosta State University

  2. Introduction • To inform everyone about the sexism barriers within the Universities • Group Members: India Tolefree Jarvin Wright Jessica Whittington Kimberly Daniels Tara Johnson Amy Brogdon

  3. Topics of Discussion • Sexism within Majors • Sexism with Directors • Sexism in Athletics References: Valdosta State University Handbook http://www.gurl.com Http://www.awsem.com/gnature.html http://nomas.idea-net.com/

  4. Sexism in Majors • Bachelor’s Degrees in S&E

  5. Reasons for sexism within majors • There is bias in: • The classroom • Subtle textbook sexism • Loss of self esteem • Lack of direction

  6. Sexism in Directors • President • Admissions • Academic Affairs • College and Divisions • Registrar • Public Services • Student Affairs • Board of Regents • Minority Affairs and Special Services • Library • Information Technology • Advancement and Development

  7. Sexism in Athletics • Scholarships • Directors • Special Teams • Women’s Basketball

  8. Real Life • Sandra Washington, a doctorate of engineering, applied to be the Dean of the department. The president of the school informed her that she was not capable of assuming the task as Dean. Since then she has become an entrepreneur owning her own franchise and vows to never teach in a University again.

  9. *Women are not being paid or treated fairly *Although the 21st century has drastically changed the way that we view society, women are still thought of as the minority within this generation Women still earn $.78 to a dollar compared to men, in every aspect except for prostitution and modeling What this Means?

  10. Next Steps • Mentoring • Speak outs • Role Models (Dr. Soady)

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