The Science Glass Ceiling

Download or read book The Science Glass Ceiling written by Sue V. Rosser and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-05-29 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Science Glass Ceiling, Sue Rosser chronicles the plight of women faculty across the country. Noting difficulties, double standards, and backlash that they routinely face. Rosser interviewed some of the country's best female scientists about their research, love of science, and routing barriers faced. She offers suggestions and solutions for changing the science and technology culture at universities in order to establish a more level playing field. As the first woman Dean at a science/technical school, Rosser offers realistic solutions from an insider's perspective.