How Do Asian American Pacific Islander Faculty Fit in Higher Education Diversity? Trends From National Data

• In Event: 28.089 - MTCC Roundtable Session 10
  In Roundtable Session: 28.089-12 - Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander–Serving Institutions and Asian American and Pacific Islander Leadership in Higher Education

Abstract

Increasing faculty diversity is a stated priority across higher education institutions in the United States. The extent to which Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are part of these discussions is unclear as the group is considered faculty of color but not necessarily underrepresented minorities. Using data on all 4-year postsecondary institutions, this study examines trends in AAPI faculty representation over the past 25 years, focusing specifically on the intersection of race and gender across the tenure pipeline. Results indicate a persistent underrepresentation of AAPI females as full professors, despite their greater representation at the assistant professor level. Through its examination of retention and promotion across the tenure pipeline, this study has implications for initiatives aimed at increasing faculty diversity.

Authors

• Grace MyHyun Kim, The University of Texas at Austin

• North Cooc, The University of Texas at Austin