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Underrepresentation and Discrimination in STEM Fields

Underrepresentation and Discrimination in STEM Fields. Emily King (Mathematics) Jaymie Strecker (Computer Science) Michelle Zimmermann (Physics) October 29, 2008. Who works in STEM fields?. Who works in STEM fields?. Who works in STEM fields?. Who works in STEM fields?.

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Underrepresentation and Discrimination in STEM Fields

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  1. Underrepresentation and Discrimination in STEM Fields Emily King (Mathematics) Jaymie Strecker (Computer Science) Michelle Zimmermann (Physics) October 29, 2008

  2. Who works in STEM fields?

  3. Who works in STEM fields?

  4. Who works in STEM fields?

  5. Who works in STEM fields?

  6. “How It Works” (xkcd) “I like to solve simple problems like extra dimensions in space. Everyone thinks[women in science] is a simpler issue, but itis so much more complicated.” - Lisa Randall

  7. Causes of underrepresentation • Misconception of field • Mentoring and role models • Euro-centric story of science history • Pointing out minorities = affirmative action? • Self-confidence (impostor syndrome) • Balancing work and family • Outright racism or sexism • Perceived ability to report and change it

  8. Sexism does still exist • Examples • Initials or first names on published papers • Postdoc committees • Our stories • Perception of women: competent vs. nice • Unintentional sexism still counts(and we do it too)

  9. Data analysis

  10. Data analysis

  11. Data analysis

  12. Cultural differences • Malaysia • More female than male CS/IT students • "Our findings lead us to conclude there is no gender bias with regard to how CS/IT is perceived by young Malaysians." Othman& Latih. Communications of the ACM. 49(3):111-114. • Afghanistan • Kabul: 33% women in CS, but 25% women in university overall • Italy • “Italy's record in awarding a large number of advanced science degrees to women is partly attributed to Italy's educational policyof mandatory math and science classes for all students.” • Turkey • “…A similar policy is found in Turkey, where the same level of math and science are taught to both girls and boys at the pre-college level. These courses are then a critical part of the competition for the few places in the university, so all students are required to take them.” (Margolis, Fisher & Miller, work in progress)

  13. What to take away • Be aware of and reflect on your assumptions • Notice the assumptions others are making • Speak up if you or someone else is being treated unfairly • Make friends! You’re not alone

  14. Groups on campus • Mathematics • Women in Mathematics • Computer Science • Association for Women in Computing • CS Latino Group • Engineering • Women's Community at Clark School of Engineering • National Society of Black Engineers • Physics • Women in Physics • SCORE (Student Community for Outreach, Retention & Excellence)

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