Chicago Source Type: Book Reflection
Citation
Chen, Margaret L. The Quiet Revolution: Women in STEM Fields. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2024.
Annotation
Chen documents the experiences of women scientists and engineers navigating male-dominated fields over the past five decades. The book combines statistical analysis of representation trends with oral histories from pioneers in physics, computer science, and engineering. As a woman pursuing a career in technology, I found the narratives of perseverance despite institutional barriers both inspiring and sobering. Chen's analysis of how mentorship networks form and sustain women in STEM has directly influenced my approach to building professional relationships.