Overview

This volume traces the life journeys of a cohort of influential and transformative women in psychology, now in or nearing retirement, who have changed the discipline and the broader world of academia in significant ways. The 26 reflective essays record how these scholars thrived in an academic landscape that was often, at best, unwelcoming, and, at worst, hostile, toward them. They explicitly and implicitly acknowledge that their paths were inextricably linked with the evolution of women's roles in society; they highlight and celebrate their achievements as much as they acknowledge and recognize the obstacles, barriers, and hurdles they overcame. They tell their stories with candor and humor, resulting in a compilation of inspiring essays. The end result of these individual narratives is a volume that provides a unique resource for current and future academics to help them navigate through the crossroads, curves, and challenges of their own careers in academia.

Full Product Details

Author:   Jamila Bookwala (Lafayette College, Pennsylvania) ,  Nicky J. Newton (Wilfrid Laurier University, Ontario)
Publisher:   Cambridge University Press
Imprint:   Cambridge University Press
Edition:   New edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.10cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 22.80cm
Weight:   0.570kg
ISBN:  

9781108812917

ISBN 10:   1108812910
Pages:   250
Publication Date:   14 April 2022
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Foreword: Jennifer Lodi-Smith; Introduction: The voices of remarkable women in psychology Nicky J. Newton and Jamila Bookwala; 1. Hardly a straight line: My career in psychology Leona S. Aiken; 2. Challenging paradigms: It takes a village Carolyn Aldwin; 3. From young and naïve to old and experienced Toni C. Antonucci; 4. Being the change you want to see in the world Susan Basow; 5. Accidental professor Joan C. Chrisler; 6. Finding a place and changing the space Kay Deaux; 7. The more you do, the better it gets Florence Denmark; 8. Happily ever after Phoebe C. Ellsworth; 9. Love and work: How to (and not to) have both Susan T. Fiske; 10. Overcoming obstacles and thriving Irene Hanson Frieze; 11. Out of the box: Forging a clinical career in clinical psychology in the liberal arts academy Laurie Heatherington; 12. Stress has been good to me: My career in psychoneuroimmunology Janice K. Kiecolt-Glaser; 13. On pioneering at northwestern university…with a 'Village' of supports Diana Slaughter Kotzin; 14. Against all odds: An American Indian creates a path Marigold Linton; 15. Tricked by memory Elizabeth F. Loftus; 16. Doing psychology in unsettled times Jeanne Marecek; 17. Overcoming obstacles: Persisting, pivoting and paying attention to unforeseen opportunities Rachel Pruchno; 18. Knocking on doors that opened for me Lauren B. Resnick; 19. Paths unexpected, but rewarding, during an academic journey Karen S. Rook; 20. Reflections on an improbable journey Carol D. Ryff ; 21. The delicate art of balancing serendipity and plan fullness in an academic career Stephanie A. Shields; 22. A “skin in the game” scaffolded career Margaret Beale Spencer; 23. A wonderful journey along an unforeseen path: Memoir of an improbable career Mary Ann Parris Stephens; 24. Choosing both: Finding a path as an academic feminist Abigail J. Stewart; 25. Identity and my life story in psychology Susan Krauss Whitbourne; 26. Doing what matters: A framework for academic success Camille Wortman; Conclusion: Reflecting on the collective Jamila Bookwala and Nicky J. Newton.

Reviews

'This book is an extraordinary window into the lives of 26 remarkable women in psychology. Their personal stories are captivating, serving as a testament to the shared roles of determination and serendipity in shaping their lives. Their accounts of gender inequity underscore what has – and, sadly, has not – changed in academia. Their invaluable words of wisdom make this a must-read for junior and senior scholars alike.' Katherine Fiori, Professor of Psychology, Adelphi University, USA 'The contributions of women in the field of psychology have gone relatively unrecognized until this ground-breaking edited volume. From a life-course perspective, we are shown the challenges and triumphs of pioneering women through fascinating personal stories that highlight their impact across various sub-disciplines within the field of psychology. A must-read!' Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, Associate Professor of Psychology, Northeastern Illinois University, USA 'Highly recommended.' K. S. Milar, Choice

'This book is an extraordinary window into the lives of 26 remarkable women in psychology. Their personal stories are captivating, serving as a testament to the shared roles of determination and serendipity in shaping their lives. Their accounts of gender inequity underscore what has – and, sadly, has not – changed in academia. Their invaluable words of wisdom make this a must-read for junior and senior scholars alike.' Katherine Fiori, Professor of Psychology, Adelphi University, USA 'The contributions of women in the field of psychology have gone relatively unrecognized until this ground-breaking edited volume. From a life-course perspective, we are shown the challenges and triumphs of pioneering women through fascinating personal stories that highlight their impact across various sub-disciplines within the field of psychology. A must-read!' Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, Associate Professor of Psychology, Northeastern Illinois University, USA

'This book is an extraordinary window into the lives of 26 remarkable women in psychology. Their personal stories are captivating, serving as a testament to the shared roles of determination and serendipity in shaping their lives. Their accounts of gender inequity underscore what has - and, sadly, has not - changed in academia. Their invaluable words of wisdom make this a must-read for junior and senior scholars alike.' Katherine Fiori, Professor of Psychology, Adelphi University, USA 'The contributions of women in the field of psychology have gone relatively unrecognized until this ground-breaking edited volume. From a life-course perspective, we are shown the challenges and triumphs of pioneering women through fascinating personal stories that highlight their impact across various sub-disciplines within the field of psychology. A must-read!' Lisa Hollis-Sawyer, Associate Professor of Psychology, Northeastern Illinois University, USA

Author Information

Jamila Bookwala is Dean of Faculty and Professor of Psychology at Lafayette College, US. Her primary research interest is close adult relationships and their role in health and well-being. She is a fellow of the American Psychological Association and Gerontological Society of America. Bookwala has published extensively on psychosocial factors that promote adult health and well-being, and couple relationships in the middle and later years. Nicky Newton is Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada. Newton studies personality development in adulthood as it relates to social identities, social roles, and age-related transitions. She has written numerous articles on generativity, legacy, regret in later life, and personality development during adulthood. Newton found psychology relatively late in life, having worked as a professional flute player in Australia, Austria, and New Zealand.

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