Breaking News
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University of North Carolina at Asheville Appoints Yvonne Villanueva-Russell as Provost
Apr. 17, 2024 - Dr. Villanueva currently serves as dean of the College of Innovation and Design at Texas A&M University Commerce where she has worked for over two decades. She will assume her new position as provost of the University of North Carolina at Asheville this summer. -
Wendy Cadge Appointed President of Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania
Apr. 17, 2024 - Currently dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Brandeis University, Wendy Cadge has been named president of Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania. She is a professor of sociology whose academic research has focused on issues in contemporary American religion. -
Britt Rios-Ellis Returns to California State University System as President of the Stanislaus Campus
Apr. 17, 2024 - Prior to her current role as provost of Oakland University, Dr. Rios-Ellis served the California State University system for over 25 years, holding faculty and leadership positions with the Long Beach and Monterey Bay campuses. - More from Breaking News
Research & Studies
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Differences in Online Gambling Preferences Between Men and Women
Apr. 17, 2024 - A new study by researchers at the University of Bergen in Norway has found women tend to prefer simpler gambling activities that focus on social interaction, compared to men who prefer strategic and competition-based games. -
Study Uncovers Racial Disparities in Postpartum Depression Treatment
Apr. 17, 2024 - Although there were no disparities found in the diagnosis of perinatal mood and anxiety disorder among postpartum mothers, White women were significantly more likely to receive mental health treatment than women from other racial groups. -
Study Finds Having a High-Status Network Can Result in Social Backlash for Women Professionals
Apr. 17, 2024 - The research found women with high-status connections are perceived as more dominant than their peers, and therefore subject to additional social penalties as dominance in women can be seen as defying stereotypical gender norms. - More from Research & Studies
Appointments
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New Faculty Positions for Three Women Scholars
Apr. 18, 2024 - The faculty appointments are Bhramar Mukherjee at Yale University, Stephanie Henderson at Alcorn State University, and Lorraine Gaynor at the University of Iowa. -
Nine Women Appointed to Dean Positions at Universities Across the United States
Apr. 18, 2024 - Here is this week’s roundup of women who have been appointed to new dean positions at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news of appointments of women to higher education positions, please email the information to contact@WIAReport.com. -
Seven Women Named to Administrative Positions at Colleges and Universities
Apr. 18, 2024 - Taking on new administrative roles are Patricia Ruiz at the University of Pennsylvania, China Jude at Chadron State College, Renai Bodley at Virginia Tech, Xuxa Rodríguez at Duke University, Lori McMahon at the University of Virginia, Alyson Paul at the University of North Georgia, and Jackie Davis at Northwestern College. - More from Appointments
Honors & Awards
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Vanderbilt Professor Lorrie Moore Wins National Book Critics Circle Award for Fiction
Apr. 18, 2024 - Lorrie Moore, professor of English at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, was recognized for her novel I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home. She has authored numerous other publications throughout her four-decades long career, including three other novels, many short-stories, and various works of nonfiction. -
American Economic Association Names Bronwyn Hall a 2024 Distinguished Fellow
Apr. 18, 2024 - Dr. Hall is a professor emerita of economics at the University of California, Berkeley, where she taught for nearly four-decades. She has conducted extensive research on patents, patent citations, the relationship between research and development and productivity, and the econometrics of firm-level microdata -
Deborah Reibe Honored for Contributions to Sports Medicine and Exercise Science
Apr. 18, 2024 - The American College of Sports Medicine has recognized Dr. Riebe for her contributions to the field of sports medicine and exercise science. Her research focuses on the development of physical activity interventions for a variety of populations. - More from Honors & Awards
Other Recent Articles
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University of St. Thomas in Texas Launches Catholic Gender Studies Graduate Certificate and Degree [4.19.2024]
In the fall 2024 semester, the University of St. Thomas Houston will launch a graduate certificate in sexuality and gender, as well as a master’s degree in Catholic women’s and gender studies. Both programs will focus on the intersection of Catholicism and the field of gender studies.
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Grants or Gifts Relating to Women in Higher Education [4.19.2024]
Here is this week’s news of grants and gifts that may be of particular interest to women in higher education.
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In Memoriam: Elilzabeth Ann Vallen, 1965-2024 [4.19.2024]
Dr. Vallen was the Howard A. Schneiderman ’48 Professor of Biology at Swarthmore College where she served for nearly three decades. She helped to establish the college’s Biology Scholars Program and the Swarthmore Summer Scholars Program.
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Endowed Faculty Appointments for Three Women Scholars [4.18.2024]
The endowed faculty appointments are Lana Alagha at the Missouri University of Science and Technology, J. Kēhaulani Kauanui at Princeton University, and Melissa Haendel at the University of North Carolina.
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In Memoriam: Barbara Jones, 1935-2024 [4.17.2024]
Dr. Jones was a women’s studies scholar and cultural anthropologist. During her academic career, she taught courses at schools across the country including Merritt College in Oakland, California, where she served as chair of the anthropology department.
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Recent Books of Interest to Women Scholars [4.16.2024]
Women in Academia Report regularly publishes a list of new books that may be of interest to our readers. Here are the latest selections.
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Kat Gutierrez Honored for Contributions to Community Engagement in Pajaro Valley, California [4.15.2024]
Dr. Gutierrez, an assistant professor of history at the University of of California, Santa Cruz, was honored for her contributions to the community-based project, Watsonville is in the Heart, which focuses on the history of Filipino migration and labor in the Pajaro Valley region.
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In Memoriam: Marjorie Perloff, 1931-2024 [4.15.2024]
Dr. Perloff was a professor emerita of English with Stanford University, where she taught for 14 years. She was a scholar of contemporary and experimental poetry, authoring over a dozen books throughout her lifetime.
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Online Articles of Interest to WIAReport Readers [4.15.2024]
Each week, Women in Academia Report will provide links to online articles that may be of interest to our readers. Here are this week’s selections.
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Rolanda Ward Recognized by National Association of Social Workers for Service to Underserved Communities [4.12.2024]
The National Association of Social Workers honored Rolanda Ward for her service to underserved and oppressed communities. She currently serves as director of the Rose Bente Lee Ostapenko Center for Race, Equity, and Mission at Niagara University.
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In Memoriam: Ruth R. Martin, 1930-2024 [4.12.2024]
Dr. Martin was a professor emerita of social work at the University of Connecticut. In addition to teaching, she served the university as associate dean prior to retiring in 1999.
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Five Women Appointed to New Faculty Positions [4.11.2024]
Taking on new faculty duties are Erica Armstrong Dunbar at Emory University in Atlant, Allison Oakes at Syracuse University in New York, Kimberly Haynie at the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff, Rasha Abdrabou at Loma Linda University in California, and Marylyn Ritchie at the University of Pennsylvania.
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Margaret Ellis Honored for Contributions to Undergraduate Computer Science Education and Research Opportunities [4.11.2024]
Ellis is an associate professor of practice in the department of computer science at Virginia Tech. She teaches introductory computer sciences courses and develops undergraduate course curriculum and research opportunities.
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Five Women Scholars Selected for Dean Positions [4.11.2024]
The new deans are Nicole Leeper Piquero at the University of Maryland, Melissa Cole at John Carroll University in Ohio, Cass Kvenild at the University of Wyoming, Josie Brown at the University of Hartford in Connecticut, and Xan Arch at Portland State University in Oregon.
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Farzana Hoque Named “Unsung Hero” by Society of Hospital Medicine [4.11.2024]
The Unsung Hero award is presented annually to a Society of Hospital Medicine chapter president for their positive contributions to the organization. Dr. Hoque, president of the Saint Louis, Missouri, chapter, is an associate professor of internal medicine at Saint Louis University.
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Six Women Appointed to Higher Education Administrative Positions [4.11.2024]
The appointments are Evangeline Pointer at South Carolina State University, Lisa Uherick at Virginia Tech, Katie Dickens at the University of Kentucky, Cherron Hoppes at Notre Dame de Namur University in California, Meghan McCord-Zaro at Robert Wood Johnson University, and Jill Geisler Wheeler at the University of Arkansas.
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CDC Foundation Honors Ninez Ponce for Data Equity and Racial Health Disparities Research [4.11.2024]
Ninez Ponce was recognized for her scholarship and advocacy for data equity which has contributed to the understanding of racial and ethnic health disparities, particularly for Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
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New Diversity and Inclusion Appointments for Four Women Leaders [4.11.2024]
The women appointed to diversity positions in higher education are Marilyn Ortega at Virginia Tech, Christine Navia at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Ha Nguyen at Pierce College in Washington, and Renee Wells at Queens University of Charlotte North Carolina.
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Four Women Scholars Appointed to Endowed Professorships [4.11.2024]
The appointments are Hee-Young Park at Boston University, Florencia Torche at Princeton University, Hope Wabuke at the University of Nebraska, and Jutta Joorman at Yale University.
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New Study Casts Doubt on CDC’s Method for Tracking Maternal Death Rates [4.10.2024]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the maternal death rate in the United States has tripled since 1999. However, a new study has found this rate to be vastly overestimated, with virtually no change in maternal deaths over the past twenty years.
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Yamileth Bazan Named President of Union Adventist University in Nebraska [4.10.2024]
Dr. Bazan has nearly two decades of experience in higher education leadership, currently serving as associate dean for student affairs in the School of Medicine at Loma Linda University in California.
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An Update on the United States Gender Pay Gap [4.10.2024]
A new report from Bankrate has examined 2022 Census Bureau data and identified the industries, jobs, and states with the smallest and largest gender pay gaps.
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Aimee Sapp Appointed the Ninth President of Meredith College in North Carolina [4.10.2024]
“I am inspired by Meredith College’s commitment to women’s education, academic excellence, and a diverse and inclusive community,” said Dr. Sapp. “I am eager to contribute my skills and experience in higher education leadership toward Meredith’s continued growth and success.”
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