Tag: University of Central Florida

Andrea Borowczak Awarded for Lifetime Achievement in Engineering Education

Throughout her career, Dr. Borowczak has conducted extensive research on integrated STEM education, often focusing on how engineering, technology, and math can be woven into the classroom at all levels and across subjects. She currently serves as director of the School of Teacher Education at the University of Central Florida.

Meghan Barnard Is the First Woman President of Jessup University in California

On July 1, Dr. Barnard officially became the first woman president of Jessup University in Rocklin, California. She most recently served as provost and senior vice president at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida.

Kathleen Richardson Awarded for Contributions to Glass and Materials Science

An endowed professor at the University of Central Florida, Dr. Richardson has conducted extensive research and contributed to the development of optical glass and materials used in wide-range of industries.

Three Scholars Appointed to Endowed Professorships

The scholars who have been selected for endowed faculty appointments are Sharon Tucker at the University of Central Florida, Sarah Allred at Rutgers University-Camden, and Judith Wolfe at Boston College.

University of Central Florida’s College of Medicine Founding Dean Announces Her Retirement

When Dr. Deborah German arrived at the University of Central Florida in 2006, she was the medical school's only employee and was tasked with building the university's College of Medicine from the ground up. After two decades of service, she has announced her intent to retire following the appointment of her successor.

Grants or Gifts Relating to Women in Higher Education

Here is this week’s news of grants and gifts that may be of particular interest to women in higher education.

New Faculty Positions for Eleven Women Academics

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.

New Dean Appointments for Eight Women at Colleges and Universities

Raquel Monroe, Fatma Mili, Sharon Tucker, Mary McGriff, RoSusan D. Bartee, Marie-Anne de Graaff, Heather Phipps, and Melissa Delikat are taking on new dean positions at educational institutions across the country.

Seven Women Taking on New Administrative Roles at Colleges and Universities

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.

University of Central Florida Launches Women’s Health Residency Program for Physical Therapists

In partnership with Orlando Health, clinicians at the University of Central Florida have established a physical therapy residency program to prepare physical therapists to treat a wide range of conditions relating to women's reproductive health.

In Memoriam: Audrey McCool, 1940-2024

Dr. McCool taught hospitality management at several universities across the country. As a leader in her field, she was appointed to lead several events during the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

Grants or Gifts Relating to Women in Higher Education

Here is this week’s news of grants and gifts that may be of particular interest to women in higher education.