All Entries in the "Leadership" Category
Four Women Who Have Been Selected to Serve as Deans
The new deans are Jean Lee at St. Petersburg College in Florida, Kimberly Poole at Clemson University in South Carolina, Mary Edith Stacy at Northwestern State University in Louisiana, and Whitney Gregory at Elon University in North Carolina.
Claudia Schrader Appointed as the Eighth President of York College in New York
Dr. Schrader has served as York College’s interim president since January. She has extensive background in higher education, including recent service as the first Black president of Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn.
Gwendolyn Freed Selected as the Next President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design
On June 1, Dr. Freed is slated to become the twentieth president of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design in Minnesota. An adjunct professor and former administrator at the University of Minnesota, she has an extensive background in higher education, the arts, and nonprofit leadership.
Denise Whisenhunt Named President of Fresno City College in California
Whisenhunt is slated to assume the presidency of Fresno City College in July. She has extensive experience with California community colleges, including her current role as president of Grossmont College.
New Dean Appointments for Five Women in Academia
The deans are Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz at Barnard College in New York City, Jan Jurden at Wilmington University in Delaware, Yarneccia Dyson at the University of Houston, Kelly Jouce at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and Roxanne Schroeder-Arce at Ohio University.
Louise Fincher Named President of Emory & Henry University in Virginia
Dr. Fincher has served as Emory & Henry University’s interim president since August 2024. She has been an administrator with the university for over a decade, serving as senior vice president and founding dean of the School of Health Sciences.
A Change in Leadership at Aquinas College in Michigan
Aquinas College President Alicia Córdoba resigned on April 7. No reason was given for her resignation. The Michigan-based Catholic institution has selected Sister Maureen Geary to serve as interim president.
Four Women Selected for Provost Appointments
The new provosts are Anita Thomas at Meredith College in North Carolina, Margo DelliCaprini at the College of New Jersey, Rachel Davis Mersey at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, and Patricia Prelock at the University of Arizona.
Seven Women Appointed to Dean Positions in Academia
The new deans are Malini Suchak at Loyola University Chicago, Kristin McCauliff at Ball State University in Indiana, Dana Davis at Gadsden State Community College in Alabama, Leslie Edgar at the University of Idaho, Alexa Doig at New Mexico State University, Shreerekha Pillai at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and Elizabeth Gmitter at Valparaiso University in Indiana.
Heather Shotton Slated to Become the First Indigenous President of Fort Lewis College in Colorado
Dr. Shotton currently serves as acting dean of students and the inaugural vice president of diversity affairs at Fort Lewis College. Prior to assuming her current role in 2022, she spent 14 years as a faculty member and administrator with the University of Oklahoma.
Sylvia Cox Appointed President of Rockingham Community College in North Carolina
“I look forward to collaborating with the college’s exceptional team and the board of trustees to build on RCC’s strong foundation and ensure that we continue providing transformative opportunities for students and the broader community,” said Dr. Cox, who will begin her presidency on May 1.
Gina Spivey-Brown Named President of Oakwood University in Alabama
Upon assuming her new role on July 1, Dr. Gina Spivey-Brown will become the first woman to lead Oakwood University. She has served as dean of Howard University’s College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences for the past decade.
New Dean Appointments for Eight Women in Higher Education
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 for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@WIAReport.com.
Debbie Ricker Appointed President of Hood College in Maryland
“I am truly honored to have been selected to serve as Hood College’s president,” said Dr. Ricker. “At this pivotal moment in the history of the college and, more broadly, for higher education, adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking will be essential.”
The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators Announces New President
The NASFAA is dedicated to supporting financial aid professionals at colleges throughout the country. Melanie Storey, director of policy implementation and oversight for federal student aid at the Department of Education, is set to assume the NASFAA presidency on May 1.
New Dean Appointments for Seven Women Scholars
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 for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@WIAReport.com.
Marlene Tromp Appointed President of the University of Vermont
Marlene Tromp comes to her new role from Boise State University in Idaho, where she has served as president for the past six years. Her background includes administrative and academic experience at several institutions across the country.
Elizabeth Kiss Selected as the Twentieth President of Union College in New York
Dr. Kiss comes to Union College from the Rhodes Trust in Oxford, where she serves as the organization’s first woman CEO. She has significant experience in academic leadership, including 12 years as president of Agnes Scott College in Georgia.
Anastasia Urtz Named President of SUNY Adirondack
“I am honored to lead this important institution during a time of change in higher education and look forward to collaborating with campus and community leaders to expand educational opportunities for local residents,” said President-elect Urtz. She is slated to assume the SUNY Adirondack presidency this summer.
Seven Women Scholars Appointed to New Dean Positions
The new deans are Pearl Sandick at the University of Utah, Mo Zell at the University of Hawaiʻi, Rebecca Bott-Knutson at Virginia Tech, Jessica Lang at Fordham University, Kimberly R. Moffitt at Howard University, Kate Murphy at California Polytechnic State University, and Sarah Clark at Brigham Young University.
Heather Hulburt Norris Elected Chancellor of Appalachian State University
After leading the institution on an interim basis for the past year, Dr. Heather Norris has been named the permanent chancellor of Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.
Michelle Larson Named the First Woman President of Clarkson University
Michelle B. Larson, an astrophysicist and experienced academic professional, has spent the past decade leading The Adler Planetarium in Chicago. She is slated to become Clarkson University’s first woman president on April 1.
Laura Crawley Appointed President of Bethany College in Kansas
“I am truly excited and honored to join the Bethany College community,” said Dr. Crawley. “The college’s strong values of faith, service, and academic excellence deeply resonate with my commitment to supporting students and fostering growth.”
University of Richmond Law School Dean Wendy Perdue to Step Down in 2026
Since assuming her role as dean of the University of Richmond School of Law in 2011, Perdue has helped the school develop new academic offerings, secure new funding, expand its alumni network, and enhance its infrastructure.
New Dean Appointments for Eight Women in Higher Education
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 for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@WIAReport.com.
Shannon Lundeen Named President of Stephens College in Missouri
“The opportunity to lead an innovative and values-driven community that champions women and provides all students with an inclusive, transformational education is an incredible honor,” said Dr. Lundeen. “I am eager to join this dynamic, dedicated community and shape a bold and thriving future for Stephens College.”
Four Women Appointed President of Professional Academic Organizations
Patricia Brooks of the City University of New York, Madeline Clark of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Victoria Kress of Youngstown State University in Ohio, and Rowan Lockwood of the College of William and Mary in Virginia have been elected president of professional academic organizations in their respective disciplines.
Three Women Scholars Appointed to Dean Positions
The new deans are Paula Song at Ohio State University, Lisa Powell at Sweet Briar College in Virginia, and Nicola Mason at Morehead State University in Kentucky.
Four Women Professors Selected to Chair Departments in Academia
The new department chairs are Natalie Sowell at Spelman College in Atlanta, Jennifer Sacheck at Brown University in Rhode Island, Christine Chung at the University of California, San Diego, and Isabella Grumbach at the University of Oklahoma.
Lise Alschuler Will Be the First Woman President of Sonoran University of Health Sciences
“I am thrilled to lead Sonoran University into its next exciting chapter.,” said Dr. Alschuler. “Together, we will shape the future of health sciences education rooted in the healing power of nature.”
Wendy Elmore Appointed President of Lamar State College Orange in Texas
For the past five years, Dr. Elmore has served as the community college’s provost and executive vice president for academic and student affairs.
A Trio of Women Selected for Provost Appointments at Universities
The new provosts are Jennifer Jacobs Henderson at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon, Nicole Sampson at the University of Rochester in New York, and Michelle Mayo at Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
University of South Florida President Rhea Law Announces Intent to Retire
President Law was first appointed to her role on an interim basis in 2021. Since assuming her role, the university has experienced significant growth in enrollment, research, and funding.
Two Women College Presidents Announce Their Retirements
Carlee Drummer, president of Columbia-Greene Community College, and Tara McCrackin, president of the Kendall College of Art and Design, have announced their upcoming retirements.
Amy Gutmann Receives Yale’s Legend in Leadership Award
Dr. Gutmann led the University of Pennsylvania from 2004 to 2022, making her the institution’s longest serving president. After her retirement, she became the first woman to serve as U.S. Ambassador to Germany.
