Breaking Through the "Bamboo Ceiling" for Asian American Scientists

Source: sciencecareers. Posted By: Peter 5433 days ago

About 20 years ago Alice, a virologist, was up for a position as university president. She was one of three possible candidates. But during her interview things started to go a bit sour when the committee persistently asked her what she would be willing to give up should she be given the job. Sensing this, she told them point blank, "I don't think I'll get this job because of how I look." The committee members all grew silent.

In the past, Alice may not have gotten the job because of her gend

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