The Nigger in You Challenging Dysfunctional Language, Engaging Leadership Moments

Acknowledgments Preface Introduction. The Nigger in You 1. Of Diversity, Social Justice, and Multiple Identities 2. Of So-Called Retards and Leadership Moments 3. Of Same Sex, Straight, and Gay 4. Of Gender, Bitches, Sissies, Guys, and Girls 5. Of Being Cool, Chris Rock, and Class Cluelessness 6. Of Races Where No One Wins 7. Of Privilege, Political Posturing, and Leadership Moments 8. Of Bullying, Hypocrisy, Respect, and Consideration 9. Of Misplaced Hate and Self-Definition References About the Author Index

Biography

J. W. Wiley currently has a joint appointment as the Director for the Center for Diversity at State University of New York - Plattsburgh and a lecturer in Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Studies. Previously Dr. Wiley served as Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs, founder/director of the Claremont Graduate University (CGU) Diversity Office, Director of the CGU Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Scholars Program; founder/director of the CGU Minority Mentor Program; CGU’s Special Assistant for Diversity; and Director of Recruitment. In 1996 Dr. Wiley was co-author/co-coordinator of the 8th Annual National Black Graduate Student Conference hosted by Claremont Graduate University. Dr. Wiley lectures/keynotes and presents to a colleges/universities and business clientele through his company, Xamining Diversity. His clients include Pfizer Pharmaceuticals; University of California San Francisco Medical Center; Wyeth Pharmaceuticals; Princeton’s Jr. Scholars Institute; Norwich University in Vermont; New York State Nursing Association; PACE University of New York City; Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; Various school districts, Homeland Security; Bombardier Corp; and Plattsburgh New York Mayor’s Office/City Council, and Police Department. Dr. Wiley has a diversity & social justice blog titled: Wiley Wandering. He consulted, co-wrote and co-directed a documentary titled: “Dissed-Respect: The Impact of Bullying.” In December 2009 Dr. Wiley received the inaugural John Brown Coming Home Award for “raising consciousness and promoting civility in the North Country of New York.” In 2011 he was chosen by NY State Archives Trust to address the impact of the “I Have a Dream” speech for the “Power of Words” series/show on NPR.

"Employing arguably the most polarizing epithet in American history, nigger, Dr. J. W. Wiley grabs the attention of those who understand the castigation of racism, but who may not grasp the multiple ways that otherness beyond race is treated in contemporary American culture. The Nigger in You is a spellbinding book that will challenge both the newcomer to diversity studies as well as the veteran of social justice."

Thomas Keith, Professor, California State Polytechnic University–Pomona, and Filmmaker ("Generation M: Misogyny in Media & Culture" and "The Bro Code")

"This book is inspiring, challenging, informative and a timeless resource for educators, parents and community leaders. It's the real deal. You'll learn something every time you read it."

Eddie Moore, Jr., Founder/Director, The White Privilege Conference

"Whether in a classroom, campus or community setting, Dr. J. W. Wiley always enlarges the conversations we need to be having about diversity, social justice and leadership. He does so compellingly with The Nigger in You. As an educator and community activist, I know I will turn to his book as a trusted friend and guide, and recommend you read it. It is right on time.”

Martha Swan, Executive Director, John Brown Lives!