So, academic friends: any of you felt judged on your attire, or that you had to dress a certain way, in the academic sphere? Why?
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Replying to @menysnoweballes
@menysnoweballes When I started to lecture as PG, it felt important to dress 'right' - not least b/c of authority issues, small age gap.2 replies 1 retweet 0 likes -
Replying to @menysnoweballes
@menysnoweballes@lizgloyn Oh yes, there are class, race, gender, ability issues in this. Also goes along with voice, accent, etc. etc.1 reply 0 retweets 1 like -
Replying to @dorothyk98
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@dorothyk98 definitely. I don't want to try to speak for people with other experiences but I really hope you & they join the conversation!1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @menysnoweballes
@menysnoweballes The body and its extensions matter. I say wear and be the academic you want to be.1 reply 1 retweet 2 likes -
Replying to @dorothyk98
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@dorothyk98 I agree, though if one is in a vulnerable position within the academy, this is a hard stand to make.4 replies 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @menysnoweballes
@menysnoweballes@dorothyk98 Yes, and if you have 'right' accent/background, easier to take risks with other things.7 replies 1 retweet 2 likes -
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@cath_fletcher here we see the cult of personality of the Eccentric Male Academic (white, posh, & if not straight, "acceptably" queer).3 replies 0 retweets 4 likes
@menysnoweballes @cath_fletcher OOH. #thisishowacademicsdress with images. Hmmm, tumblr would be nice.
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Replying to @dorothyk98
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@dorothyk98 I can totally set that up! *opens tumblr*0 replies 0 retweets 3 likesThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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