Tag: North Carolina State University

A Quartet of Women Professors Selected for Endowed Positions

The appointments are Claudia Goldin at Harvard University, Carolyn Seepersad at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Veronica Augustyn at North Carolina State University, and Cornell University's Yelena Janjigian at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Blair LM Kelley is the First Woman and First Person of Color to Lead the National Humanities Center

"For nearly 50 years, the Center has been a beacon; a vital space for intellectual inquiry and connection for academic scholars and educators," said Dr. Kelley. "At a time when supporting the humanities means more than ever, I am proud to have the opportunity to lead a space committed to fostering transformative scholarship, intellectual community, and broad public engagement."

Tonya Smith-Jackson Appointed Chancellor of Rutgers University-Newark

Tonya Smith-Jackson comes to her new role from North Carolina A&T State University, where she serves as provost and executive vice chancellor for academic affairs. She is slated to take the helm of Rutgers University-Newark on August 1.

Trudy Mackay Wins Darwin-Wallace Medal for Excellence in Evolutionary Biology

Presented annually by the Linnean Society of London, the Darwin-Wallace Medal recognizes outstanding research on evolutionary biology. Dr. Mackay was honored for her work on advancing the understanding of quantitative traits.

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.

Four Women Scholars Who Are Taking On New Duties

The the forur women faculty members who are taking on new assignments are Jessica Kissinger at the University of Georgia, Jodi Benenson at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, Carolyn Ross at Washington State University, and Krista Walton at North Carolina State University.

Encountering Online Microaggressions Is Associated With Poor Sleep Quality for Black Women

When Black women encounter online microaggressions directed at other Black women, they are more likely to experience poor sleep quality. These vicarious online microaggressions were found to be more harmful for sleep quality than encountering in-person microaggressions.

A Dozen Women Faculty Members Selected for New Academic Appointments

Here is this week’s roundup of women who have been appointed to new faculty 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.

Ten Women Professors Appointed to New Academic Positions

Here is this week’s roundup of women who have been appointed to new faculty 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.

Tashni-Ann Dubroy Named Chair of the National Association of College and University Business Officers

“I am immensely optimistic about the future of NACUBO," said Dr. Dubroy. "We’ve never been stronger, and I look forward to working with my fellow board members to strengthen the value we provide to our member institutions, and in turn, to the students they serve,"

Friday Institute for Educational Innovation Presents Prestigious Friday Medal to Maria Pitre-Martin

Dr. Pitre-Martin currently serves as director of UNC Greensboro's SERVE Center. She has significant experience in North Carolina public service, previously serving in several roles within the Department of Public Instruction and the State Board of Education.

Fifteen Women Taking on New Administrative Roles in Higher Education

Here is this week’s roundup of women who have been appointed to new administrative 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.