Creating the Intercultural Field

This groundbreaking volume presents first-person autobiographies from twelve foundational figures in intercultural studies. Through richly personal narratives, the contributors trace the field's evolution, synthesizing insights from anthropology, psychology, communication, and education. Framed by contextual essays from the editors, the book offers a rare scholarly resource that bridges disciplinary history with contemporary relevanceessential for students, scholars, and practitioners alike.

Traces the evolution of interculturalism via lived experiences of foundational thinkers and practitioners Illuminates the interdisciplinary roots of intercultural studies through first-person scholarly narratives Shows how pioneer interculturalists drew on a variety of disciplines, methods, and their lived experiences

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Sandra Mumford Fowler M.A., is a former SIETAR International and SIETAR USA President and received the prestigious Prima Inter Pares Award. She directed the U.S. Navy's Overseas Duty Support Program and is Senior Editor of the Intercultural Sourcebook: Cross-Cultural Training Methods. She enjoyed 23 years as the Art Co-Director for the American Psychologist.

Daniel Cantor Yalowitz Ed.D, is a developmental and intercultural psychologist and former Vice Provost and Dean at the School for International Training Graduate Institute, USA. Dr. Yalowitz is an international consultant in intercultural communication and competence, conflict resolution, training active bystanders, and trauma-informed care.

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1. INTRODUCTION: Sandra M. Fowler with Daniel C. Yalowitz.- 2. Nancy J. Adler: DO WE HAVE THE VISION AND COURAGE NOT TO FAIL?.- 3. Clifford H. Clarke: KOI MEMORIES FROM A BRACKISH POND: A THIRD CULTURE KID SEARCHES FOR HARMONY.- 4, John C. Condon: SONG OF THE SERENDIPITY ROAD.- 5. Carlos E. Cortes: FROM DORA THE EXPLORER TO NEO-OEDIPUS: A ME-TO-WE JOURNEY.- 6. Alvino E. Fantini: FALLING IN LOVE WITH HUMANITY: MY PATH TO THE INTERCULTURAL.- 7. Sandra M. Fowler: INTERCULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES: CATCHING ON, FITTING IN, AND GIVING BACK.- 8. V. Robert Hayles: REGULAR GUY, SCIENTIST, BRIDGE, PEACEMAKER INTERCULTURALIST.- 9. Stephen H. Rhinesmith: LIVING AN INTERCULTURAL LIFE (AND NOT REALIZING IT).- 10. Fanchon J. Silberstein: THE ART OF INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE: SEEING WITH NEW EYES.- 11. Donna M. Stringer: SIGNIFIANT EMOTIONAL EVENTS LEAD TO AN INTERCULTURAL TEAM.- 12. Sivasailam Thiagarajan: MAESTRO GAMER: MY EXPERIENTIAL APPROACH TO INTERCULTURALISM.- 13. Michael F. Tucker: MISSION STATEMENT ON OUR COFFEE MUGS: PROMOTING PEACE THROUGH INTERCULTURAL UNDERSTANDING.- 14. CONCLUSION: Daniel C. Yalowitz with Sandra M. Fowler.