Written/Unwritten: Diversity and the Hidden Truths of Tenure

The academy may claim to seek and value diversity in its professoriate, but reports from faculty of color around the country make clear that departments and administrators discriminate in ways that range from unintentional to malignant. Stories abound of scholars — despite impressive records of publication, excellent teaching evaluations, and exemplary service to their universities — struggling on the tenure track. These stories, however, are rarely shared for public consumption. Written/Un...