Dr. Christa Sathish
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Week 7: Fables of Academia – The Rickety Ladder

by christasathish | Feb 15, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog

Illustrated by Kiran Abraham Stephen In the Academic Zoo stood a rickety ladder that led to the most prestigious platform filled with exotic foods, cosy bedding and the best view of the whole zoo. The lions and monkeys climbed effortlessly, their strides long and...

Week 6: Fables of Academia – The Tortoise’s Trail

by christasathish | Feb 9, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog

In the Academic Zoo, animals were judged not by their lasting contributions but by how quickly and grandly they performed. The peacock dazzled the zookeepers and visitors with vibrant feathers, gaining instant applause and recognition. Meanwhile, the tortoise worked...

Week 5: Fables of Academia – The Zookeeper’s Keys

by christasathish | Feb 5, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog

In the Academic Zoo, the zookeepers controlled everything – the feeding schedules, the cages, and who moved between enclosures. A young elephant noticed the same animals were always chosen for the best habitats and enjoyed upgraded enclosures. “Why don’t you give...

Week 4: Fables of Academia – The Hierarchy of Habitats

by christasathish | Jan 28, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog

In the Academic Zoo, the animals lived in enclosures ranked by importance. The lions were at the top, their spacious lairs were filled with the warmth of sunlight. They enjoyed the comfort and the landscape and the feeling of superiority. The hardworking beavers...

Week 3: Fables of Academia – The Glass Aviary

by christasathish | Jan 22, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog

The Academic Zoo’s aviary was a marvel; its glass ceilings gleamed in the sunlight. Birds of many kinds fluttered below, but only eagles seemed to soar to the very top. The sparrows, pigeons, and hummingbirds noticed the invisible barriers, yet every attempt to break...

Week 2: Fables of Academia – The Lion’s Roar

by christasathish | Jan 14, 2025 | #FeministAcademia, Research Blog

In the academic zoo, the lion’s roar served as the law. Each morning, his booming voice echoed through the habitats. The peacocks’ ideas, though dazzling, were dismissed as trivial. The diligent ants, who worked tirelessly, were completely overlooked. One day, the...
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