[NICOLE BUCHANAN]

My research focus.

My research foci are: 1) identifying structural barriers to the full inclusion of marginalized faculty (e.g., BIPOC, queer and women faculty) in STEM and higher education more broadly. Specifically, I look at the ways in which the research conducted by marginalized faculty, particularly when they focus on non-traditional topics and populations, is devalued (e.g., epistemic exclusion) and the consequences of this exclusion on faculty careers and well-being. 2) applying Intersectionality Theory to understand harassment and victimization at work and in educational settings (e.g., racialized sexual harassment) and the consequences for women of color.

Why I enjoy mentoring.

Mentoring junior scholars, particularly BIPOC, queer, and women scholars, is one of the most effective ways I know to transform higher education. Their work has the potential to fuel research innovation and create an inclusive and welcoming academy where more faculty and students thrive.

My professional values.

I aim to use my work to foster a more inclusive space where traditionally excluded people can thrive in higher education. For me, this requires transparency regarding the often unstated rules of higher education, broadening inclusive practice, and embodying servant leadership to ensure we meet the diverse needs of our academic community.

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