LMU/LLS Theses and Dissertations 2020 South Asian Americans’ Identity Journeys to Becoming Critically Conscious Educators Radhika Khandelwal Loyola Marymount University,
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[email protected]. LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY South Asian Americans’ Identity Journeys to Becoming Critically Conscious Educators by Radhika Khandelwal A dissertation presented to the Faculty of the School of Education, Loyola Marymount University In partial satisfaction of the requirements for the degree Doctor of Education 2020 South Asian Americans’ Identity Journeys to Becoming Critically Conscious Educators Copyright ©2020 by Radhika Khandelwal ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I have immense gratitude for My ancestors and the spiritual energy that continues to guide and protect me Dadima and Dadaji, everything I love about me is because of you. My parents You never said no (at least to this), because you knew. Raghav and Mukul The “Dr. Khandelwal” Club members who are the only support group I will ever need. My colleagues at Geffen Academy Thank you for your support and encouragement.