"The secret knock": a critical discourse analysis of how recruiters exercise power and privilege in admissions

This inquiry investigates how college recruiters' understandings of diversity are represented and discussed in their work. Interwoven within this study is an examination of power through the lens of Discourse Theory and Critical Discourse Analysis. Findings reveal how recruiters exercise power...

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Published in:Race, ethnicity and education ethnicity and education, 2024-07, Vol.27 (5), p.640-657
Main Author: Hakkola, Leah
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critical discourse analysis
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Discourse analysis
diversity
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Higher education
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Recruitment
Social privilege
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critical discourse analysis
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diversity
equity
Higher education
Power
Recruitment
Social privilege
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