Degrees of difference: Reflections of Women of Color on graduate school.

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Title:	Degrees of difference: Reflections of Women of Color on graduate school.
Authors:	Hailu, Meseret F.¹, Kim, Minji¹
Source:	Education Review (10945296). 2023, Vol. 30, p1-5. 5p.
Subject Terms:	Graduate education, Education policy, Universities & colleges, Students, Women of color, Mentoring
Reviews & Products:	Degrees of Difference: Reflections of Women of Color on Graduate School (Book)
Abstract:	The article is a review of the book "Degrees of Difference: Reflections of Women of Color on graduate school." The book is a collection of reflective essays written by women of color, providing insights into the challenges, opportunities, and relationships experienced by women of color in graduate education in the United States. The review highlights three major themes found in the book: the challenges faced by women of color graduate students, the opportunities they found in graduate school, and the importance of community-based relationships. The book is praised for its practicality, diverse disciplinary representation, and emphasis on network and community. It is recommended as a valuable resource for women of color graduate students, administrators, and policy stakeholders in higher education. The review suggests that future editions of the book could explore the notion of joy in academic life for women of color. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:	The article is a review of the book "Degrees of Difference: Reflections of Women of Color on graduate school." The book is a collection of reflective essays written by women of color, providing insights into the challenges, opportunities, and relationships experienced by women of color in graduate education in the United States. The review highlights three major themes found in the book: the challenges faced by women of color graduate students, the opportunities they found in graduate school, and the importance of community-based relationships. The book is praised for its practicality, diverse disciplinary representation, and emphasis on network and community. It is recommended as a valuable resource for women of color graduate students, administrators, and policy stakeholders in higher education. The review suggests that future editions of the book could explore the notion of joy in academic life for women of color. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:	10945296
DOI:	10.14507/er.v30.3759