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Why code-switching can create impossible standards

My mom says I 'talk white' now that I'm in grad school and my advisor says I need to work on my 'professional communication' - I feel like I'm failing everyone.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Moving between worlds often means being criticized for not belonging fully in either.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Code-switching and double consciousness?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.