966: Understanding and Empowering the Asian Scholars Diaspora in Academy of Management (17974)

Sunday, August 11, 2024

15:30 – 17:00 CT (GMT-5/UTC-5)

Location: Marriott: O'Hare

Session Number: 966
PDW (workshop)
Orientation: Practice,International,Diversity
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/XKpqPY

Organizer(s)

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Sunny Jeong

Wittenberg U., United States
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Benito Teehankee

De La Salle U., Manila, Philippines, Philippines

Panelist(s)

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Anna Fung

American U., Kogod School of Business, United States
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Pooja Khatija

PhD Candidate at Case Western Reserve U., Organizational Behavior, United States
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Xiaoan Li

Fetzer Institute, United States
HS

Himani Singh

U. of Mannheim, Germany
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Maria Eduarda Soares

ISEG/ULisboa, Portugal
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Irene Margaret

U. of Liverpool Management School, United Kingdom
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Poonam Zantye

Boston College, United States

The "Understanding and Empowering the Asian Diaspora in Academia" workshop, drawing from the "Voices of Asian Diaspora" monthly meetings initiated by the Management, Spirituality, and Religion (MSR) Division at AOM, aims to address the multifaceted challenges faced by Asian scholars in the academic sphere since COVID. Since its inception on May 17, 2023, these meetings have become a crucial platform for Asian diaspora scholars to voice their unique concerns, share experiences, and build a robust support system. This workshop is designed to encapsulate and extend these discussions, offering insights into navigating racial profiling, minor aggressions, identity challenges, mental health issues, graduate student struggles, and the intricacies of academic publishing and funding. Comprising a series of panel discussions led by experienced academicians, the workshop will explore strategies to address these challenges, fostering an environment of understanding, solidarity, and actionable solutions. The sessions will cover topics ranging from coping with racial profiling and microaggressions to understanding the nuances of faculty identity in minority contexts. Mental health concerns specific to Asian scholars, challenges faced by Asian graduate students, and effective ways to ally with Asian colleagues will also be discussed. Additionally, the workshop will provide valuable insights into grant writing, networking, and strategies to increase academic paper citations, crucial for scholarly success. This workshop aims not only to enlighten but also to empower attendees with practical tools and knowledge, enhancing their capability to thrive in diverse academic environments and contribute meaningfully to their respective fields.