{"product_id":"heart-work-alex-romero-felix-9781805921493","title":"Heart Work: The Handbook on the Surviving and Thriving of Cultural and Identity Centers in Higher Education","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeart Work: The Handbook on the Survival and Success of Cultural and Identity Centers in Higher Education\u003c\/em\u003e highlights the experiences of higher education professionals working in these centers. This handbook offers a blend of personal stories and the latest research on cultural and identity centers, building on Dr. Lori Patton Davis' 2010 book, \u003cem\u003eCulture Centers in Higher Education: Perspectives on Identity, Theory, and Practice\u003c\/em\u003e. Since 2010, these centers have navigated significant challenges, including the global COVID-19 pandemic, and have increased focus on institutional racism.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book delves into the experiences and histories of various cultural and identity centers, including Latinx\/e Cultural Centers, Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern Arab and Desi Cultural Centers, Native American\/Indigenous Cultural Centers, Black\/African American Cultural Centers, Disability Cultural Centers, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ Centers, and Undocumented Student Resource Centers. In light of recent events affecting minoritized populations, it also covers topics such as evolving practices in cultural\/identity centers, university politics, and strategies for practitioners to advance and sustain the Heart Work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeart Work \u003c\/em\u003eoffers community members - especially potential and current practitioners, faculty, and staff in higher education - an understanding of the recent environmental context of cultural and identity centers. As our society evolves, recognizing that identities are not monolithic and embracing intersectionality allows for a deeper understanding of oppression and lived experiences. This handbook aims to bridge the gap by continuing the research and practice of cultural and identity centers in higher education.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alex Romero Felix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1805921495\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781805921493\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Emerald Publishing Limited\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/17\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover","brand":"Alex Romero Felix","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47201138016511,"sku":"9781805921493","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_598be5d1-9106-491b-b038-d2b887f9a13d.jpg?v=1756788989","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/heart-work-alex-romero-felix-9781805921493","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}