Women and the Challenge of STEM Professions: Thriving in a Chilly Climate

Preface
	References
Acknowledgments
Contents
About the Authors
Chapter 1: The Landscape for Women in the Sciences: Persistence Amidst Societal and Institutional Barriers
	No Place for Women Scientists
	Women’s Rights Legislation in the USA
		Legislation Affecting Women in the USA
	History of Women in the Sciences
		The Matilda Effect
		Some Examples of the Matilda Effect and Pioneers in the STEM Fields
			Hidden Figures: African American Women Scientists
			Identifying Latina Scientists: Even More Hidden
		Shining the Light on Women Scientists
	Women’s Career Development in STEM and the Male-Centric Challenges
		Career Development Processes for Women of Color
		Career Development for Women in STEM
			Social Cognitive Career Theory
	Professional Associations for Women Scientists
	The STEM Pipeline
	STEM Academies and Federally Funded Program for Women
	Summary
	References
Chapter 2: Feminist Psychology and Sociocultural Precipitants to Women’s Leadership
	The Emergence of Feminism and Feminist Psychology
		First-Wave Feminists
			A French Feminist-Bridging First- and Second-Wave Feminists
		Second-Wave Feminism
		Third-Wave Feminists
		Black Feminists
	Feminist Psychology and the Psychology of Women
		Psychology of Women
			Different Perspectives on the Psychology of Women’s Development
			Theories and Perspectives on Women’s Psychological Development
		The Psychology of Women of Color
		Standpoint Theory
	Women’s Multiple and Intersecting Identities
		Women’s Dimensions of Personal, Intersecting Identities
		Adverse Identity Self-Perceptions
	Leadership by Women Through Feminist Perspectives and Experiences
		Emotional Intelligence and Resonant Leadership
	Summary
	References
Chapter 3: Organizational Culture and Climate: Historic Systemic Barriers for Women
	Introduction
	Cultural Variations Across Organizations
	Situating Women in the Workplace
	Women in the World of Work: 2021
		2021 Roles and Identity Congruence
	Academic Culture and Climate
		Concepts and Theories Relevant for Academic Culture
	The Chilly Climate in Higher Education
	Organizational Theories and Their Application in Contemporary Institutions
		Multicultural Organizational Development
			Structural and Systemic Dynamics and Practices Adversely Affecting Women
	Sexual Misconduct and Harassment in Higher Education
		The Persistence of Sexual Misconduct
		Sexual Harassment in the Sciences
		The Double Bind for Women of Color
	STEM Women in the Academy: Opportunities and the Labyrinth
	Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
	References
Chapter 4: Qualitative Methodology: Thematic Analysis
	Feminist Methodology
	Procedure
	Participants
	Analysis
	References
Chapter 5: “Because You Can’t Do It on Your Own”: The Role of Support
	Mentorship
	Support Outside of Academia
	Parenthood Challenge: Support for the Work/Life Balance
	References
Chapter 6: “Providing That Safe Place”: Attributes of an Unhealthy vs. Healthy Work Environment
	Unhealthy Work Environments
	Healthy Environments
	References
Chapter 7: “Be Strong!” The Role of Self-Advocacy
	Self-Advocacy as a Personal Quality
	Self-Advocacy in Career Decisions
	Self-Advocacy in Seeking Support
Chapter 8: Navigating “Mars”: Resisting Structural Barriers in Academia
	The Academic Environment as “Old Guard”
	Hiring and Tenure Process
	The Work of Science
Chapter 9: Discussion of Findings
	Limitations
	Summary and Conclusions
	References
Chapter 10: Recommendations and Commitments for Retaining STEM Women in the Academy
	Addressing Culture and Climate Issues in the Academy
		Policies for Hiring and Promotion and Tenure
		Recommendations from Participants
		Health and Mental Health in the Academy
		STEM Diversity Initiatives and Resources
	Recommendations for Psychologists
		Closing Thoughts
	References
Index