Class

Article

College

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

English Department

Faculty Mentor

Mario Suarez

Presentation Type

Poster Presentation

Abstract

This study will provide an intersectional analysis and consider the role of queer frameworks in order to understand the experiences of Queer Students of Color attending historically white institutions of higher education. Data will be collected through Zoom interviews and will explore how multiple marginalized identities manifest themselves and how these intersections are navigated and experienced on campuses of higher education. This research will explore both micro and macro level patterns of discrimination and racism and will attempt to reveal issues including but not limited to structural and institutional racism, homophobia and heterosexism, and erasure of minorities' identities. This research will help address problems involved with Queer students’ well-being on college campuses and can provide insight for scholars interested in learning more about issues involved with gender, sexuality, and education. Intersectional frameworks are vital for conducting this research, and address the interconnectedness of systems of oppression along with providing an analytic framework for researching identity on college campuses and can be used to develop affirming educational environments for future Queer Students of Color.

Location

Logan, UT

Start Date

4-8-2022 12:00 AM

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Apr 8th, 12:00 AM

Exploring the Experiences of Queer Students of Color Within Predominantly White Institutions

Logan, UT

This study will provide an intersectional analysis and consider the role of queer frameworks in order to understand the experiences of Queer Students of Color attending historically white institutions of higher education. Data will be collected through Zoom interviews and will explore how multiple marginalized identities manifest themselves and how these intersections are navigated and experienced on campuses of higher education. This research will explore both micro and macro level patterns of discrimination and racism and will attempt to reveal issues including but not limited to structural and institutional racism, homophobia and heterosexism, and erasure of minorities' identities. This research will help address problems involved with Queer students’ well-being on college campuses and can provide insight for scholars interested in learning more about issues involved with gender, sexuality, and education. Intersectional frameworks are vital for conducting this research, and address the interconnectedness of systems of oppression along with providing an analytic framework for researching identity on college campuses and can be used to develop affirming educational environments for future Queer Students of Color.