Description: Can institutions (universities, scholarly fields, or organizations like the MLA) be mobilized toward meaningful structural change and more equitable futures? As new structures are implemented to redress long-standing power imbalances, Sara Ahmed reminds us, “Even if you are appointed . . . to transform the institution, it does not mean the institution is willing to be transformed.” Participants at all stages of the profession discuss challenges and possibilities.

Speakers

Diana Arterian, U of Southern California

Sonja Rae Fritzsche, Michigan State U

Katherine Gilbert, Drury U

Carly Houston Overfelt, Gustavus Adolphus C

Nicole McCleese, Michigan State U

Tony McGowan, United States Military Acad.

Dara Rossman Regaignon, New York U

Kay Sohini Kumar, Stony Brook U, State U of New York