Chair: C Douglas Johnson; Georgia Gwinnett College;
Chair: Ron Ophir; York U.;
Speaker: Belle Rose Ragins; U. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee;
Speaker: Douglas Creed; U. of Rhode Island;
Speaker: Gerardo Okhuysen; U. of Utah;
Speaker: Robin Church; Ryerson U.;
Speaker: Raymond Nam Cam Trau; U. of Queensland/ Monash U.;
Speaker: Kathleen B. Duncan; U. of La Verne;
Speaker: Kathryn Lee Blackmon; Oxford U.; The purpose of this PDW is to gain insights and perspectives from diversity scholars who have researched (asked) and published (told) germane research questions in an area that some deem taboo – gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) issues – and to inspire others to "do ask, do tell" in order to create a network of scholars who will sustain this critical line of research that informs both individuals and organizations. The panelists, viewed by some as organizational outsiders within (Proudford & Thomas, 1999), were selected to represent an array of perspectives and experiences as researchers in this domain as well as at different academic stages (e.g., doctoral students, pre-tenure, post-tenure), religions, GLBT insider/outsider status, and racial/ethnic group membership, yet to have a common interest in GLBT research. Further, their motivation for engaging in this line of research varies and, as such, they can offer unique insights regarding their experiences and provide advice and guidance to those considering conducting research in this perceived (actual) risqué domain. The challenges, rewards and risks associated with GLBT research will be explored based on career stage, personal identity, and motivation for research. | Search Terms: | GLBT Research , Faculty Careers , Sexual Orientation | |