Description: In Diversity Regimes, James M. Thomas uncovers a complex combination of meanings, practices, and actions that work to institutionalize universities' commitments to diversity, but in doing so obscure, entrench, and even magnify existing racial inequalities. Drawing on two years of ethnographic field work at so-called "Diversity University," Thomas provides new insights into the social organization of multicultural principles and practices.
Review Quotes: "A truth-telling sociological masterpiece. With impressive rigor, Thomas offers compelling insights into processes that almost always fail to actualize espoused institutional commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Every college and university leader, especially presidents, should read this important book."--Shaun R. Harper "Provost Professor and Executive Director, University of Southern California Race and Equity Center"