Following a career as a K-12 teacher and counselor, Dr. Walker spent 21 years on the faculty at the University of South Florida's College of Education. Her scholarship centered on improving administration and supervision in urban public schools.
"I am deeply honored to be selected as the sole finalist for president of Texas A&M University–Victoria," said Hardigree. "This is a pivotal moment for the university, and I am inspired by its mission to advance academic excellence, foster student success, and serve as a catalyst for opportunity and economic growth across South Texas."
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.
Currently director of the School of Teacher Education at Florida State University, Amy S. Thompson received the 2024 Distinguished Service to the Profession Award from the Association of Language Departments, a part of the Modern Language Association.
A new study has uncovered a positive correlation between countries with prevalent sexism and "generally dysfunctional national outcomes," including lower life expectancies for both men and women.
The NACA's Founders Award recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the field of campus event planning and activities. Dr. Hyatt has an extensive background in student services, currently serving as vice president of student affairs at Mississippi State University.
Here is this week’s roundup of women who have been appointed deans at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to [email protected].
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.
Aysegul Timur currently serves as vice president and vice provost for strategy and program innovation at Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers. Originally from Türkiye, Dr. Timur came to the United States 25 years ago, learned English, and, within the next four years, earned a doctorate from the University of South Florida.
Forbes magazine and the market research company Statista have compiled their latest rankings of America's Best Employers for Women. Loyola University of Chicago was rated the best educational institution in the United States for women to work. It ranked eighth overall on the Forbes list. Southern New Hampshire University and the University of South Florida ranked second and third, respectively.
Professor Hardigree most recently served as the founding dean of the School of Hospitality at Metropolitan State University in Denver, Colorado. Earlier, Professor Hardigree served as the founding director of the Institute for Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality at Kennesaw State University in Georgia.
