I was recently contacted by a news outlet to share thoughts about the lack of faculty diversity within the UC (University of California) system. This is the kind of opportunity I especially welcome because it allows me to discuss both my scholarly expertise and insights through experiences.
However, on this particular occasion my excitement was soon met with other sentiments.
I read the questions from the journalist.
Uneasiness.
I read them again.
The uneasiness was then replaced with concern.
The first question inquired how students can benefit from diverse and minority faculty. It was at this point I paused and realized I had nothing to type. I thought to myself: “How often are these questions asked regarding white faculty?”
