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The Intimate University: Korean American Students And The Problems Of Segregation
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The Majority Of The 30,000Plus Undergraduates At The University Of Illinois, Urbanachampaignincluding The Large Population Of Korean American Studentscome From Nearby Metropolitan Chicago. Among The Campuss Largest Nonwhite Ethnicities, Korean American Students Arrive At College Hoping To Realize The Liberal Ideals Of The Modern American University, In Which Individuals Can Exit Their Comfort Zones To Realize Their Full Potential Regardless Of Race, Nation, Or Religion. However, These Ideals Are Compromised By Their Experiences Of Racial Segregation And Stereotypes, Including Images Of Instrumental Striving That Set Asian Americans Apart. In The Intimate University, Nancy Abelmann Explores The Tensions Between Liberal Ideals And The Particularities Of Race, Family, And Community In The Contemporary University.Drawing On Ten Years Of Ethnographic Research With Korean American Students At The University Of Illinois And Closely Following Multiple Generations Of A Single Extended Korean American Family In The Chicago Metropolitan Area, Abelmann Investigates The Complexity Of Racial Politics At The American University Today. Racially Hypervisible And Invisible, Korean American Students Face Particular Challenges As They Try To Realize Their College Dreams Against The Subtle, Daytoday Workings Of Race. They Frequently Encounter The Accusation Of Racial Selfsegregationa Charge Accentuated By The Fact That Many Attend The Same Evangelical Protestant Churcheven As They Express The Desire To Distinguish Themselves From Their Families And Other Korean Americans. Abelmann Concludes By Examining The Current State Of The University, Reflecting On How Better To Achieve The Universitys Liberal Ideals Despite Its Paradoxical Celebration Of Diversity And Relative Silence On Race.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Intimate University'? A: 'The Intimate University' primarily explores the experiences of Korean American students at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, particularly in relation to racial segregation and the challenges they face in realizing their potential within a diverse university setting.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Intimate University' is Nancy Abelmann, who has conducted extensive ethnographic research on Korean American students.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Intimate University' contains 216 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Intimate University' published? A: 'The Intimate University' was published on November 20, 2009.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: The listing indicates that this is a new copy of 'The Intimate University'.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Intimate University' falls under the category of African American Studies.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes in 'The Intimate University' include racial politics, the challenges of self-segregation, and the tension between liberal ideals and the realities of race, family, and community in the university context.
- Q: What is the significance of the ethnographic research in this book? A: The ethnographic research in 'The Intimate University' provides in-depth insights into the everyday experiences of Korean American students, highlighting the complexities of their social interactions and the impact of racial dynamics on their academic journeys.
- Q: What condition is the book in and how does that affect its value? A: The book is in new condition, which generally indicates that it is free from wear and tear, making it a valuable addition for readers seeking quality academic resources.