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Being Brave in the Ivory Towers as “Zape-tah-hol-ah” (Sticks with Bow)
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Being Brave in the Ivory Towers as “Zape-tah-hol-ah” (Sticks with Bow)
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ABSTRACT
Robin “Zape-tah-hol-ah” Starr Minthorn’s essay reflects on her journey as a tenure-track Indigenous woman scholar whose work intentionally aims to transform the academy. She describes how she uses scholarship as a site for pushing back against mainstream academic norms, including deviating from American Psychological Association (APA) writing standards by referring to “we” (Indigenous people) rather than “I” (the objective scholar). She recounts supporting student-activists in their efforts to challenge racism on campus. Robin’s bravery is reflected in her commitment to represent her ancestors and communities in every aspect of her work as a scholar.