Challenging Dominance: U.S. Curriculum Representation of Diversity
Start Date
April 2025
Location
3rd floor - Library
Abstract
The United States is undergoing a significant demographic shift, particularly among its youth. According to U.S. Census Bureau projections, in 2020 the majority of children were expected to be of a race other than non-Hispanic White, a figure projected to rise to nearly two-thirds by 2060. Despite this increasing diversity, English curricula across the country have been slow to reflect multicultural perspectives. This disconnect highlights an urgent need for educational reform. Using U.S. Census data, this study argues for the integration of more inclusive literature in classrooms, advocating for a curriculum that better represents and serves our evolving student population.
Challenging Dominance: U.S. Curriculum Representation of Diversity
3rd floor - Library
The United States is undergoing a significant demographic shift, particularly among its youth. According to U.S. Census Bureau projections, in 2020 the majority of children were expected to be of a race other than non-Hispanic White, a figure projected to rise to nearly two-thirds by 2060. Despite this increasing diversity, English curricula across the country have been slow to reflect multicultural perspectives. This disconnect highlights an urgent need for educational reform. Using U.S. Census data, this study argues for the integration of more inclusive literature in classrooms, advocating for a curriculum that better represents and serves our evolving student population.
