Tag: Virginia Commonwealth University

New Academic Roles for Seven Women Scholars in Higher Education

The women who have been selected for new academic roles are Colleen Murphy at the University of Illinois, Nathalia Jaramillo at Wayne State University, Amy Rector at Virginia Commonwealth University, Jennifer Detlor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Lan Luo at the University of Southern California, Stephanie Bonnes at the University of New Haven, and Tracy Fasolino at Kennesaw State University.

New Faculty Roles for Seven Women in Academia

The women appointed to new faculty roles at Monica L. Baskin at Virginia Commonwealth University, Elizabeth Richards at Purdue University, Denise Davis-Maye at Albany State University, Maxie Hollingsworth at Sam Houston State University, Shana E. Harrington at East Carolina University, Linda R. Baker at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and Tara Richards at the University of Nebraska-Omaha.

Five Women Scholars Appointed to New Faculty Roles

Emily Rothman of Boston University, Stephanie Beavers of Mercer University, and Parisa Saboori of Manhattan University have been selected for academic leadership roles at their institutions. Jennifer Hunter and Shaundra Daily have joined the faculties of Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Tennessee, respectively.

Fifteen Women Selected for Dean Positions at Colleges and Universities

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.

Fifteen Women Scholars Who Are Taking on New Roles

Here is this week’s roundup of women scholars who have been appointed to new positions in the academic world. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@WIAReport.com.

The University of Richmond’s Annie Evans Honored for Contributions to History Education

As director of education and outreach for New American History at the University of Richmond, Evans collaborates with educators, museums, and cultural institutions to design history curricula for both K-12 and college students.

Jill Blondin to Lead the Association of International Education Administrators

Dr. Blondin currently serves as vice provost for global initiatives at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she has worked for over a decade. A two-time Fulbright Specialist, she specializes in strategic budgeting and internationalization, global learning, and art history.

Five Women Selected for Administrative Roles in Higher Education

The women who have been appointed to new positions are Heidi Pecoraro at North Dakota State University, Lauren Grabowski at Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts, Dana Gill at Wayne State University in Detroit, Laquetta Jones Bigelow at North Carolina A&T State University, and Alexis Ehrhardt at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Deborah Jones Named President of the MGH Institute of Health Professions

“I am inspired by the [MGH Institute for Health Professions'] mission to educate health professionals and researchers who will drive innovation in the delivery of equitable and interprofessional care,” said Dr. Jones. “This mission aligns deeply with my own purpose, which is to bring together people, ideas, and systems for the greater good, because the greater good is stronger than any individual part.”

Ten Women Appointed to 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.

Tashika Griffith Appointed President of Germanna Community College in Virginia

“I have been deeply impressed by Germanna’s strong sense of community and its steadfast commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student success,” said Dr. Griffith. “I look forward to building upon this remarkable foundation as we continue advancing the College’s mission and impact across the region.”

Lora Bailey Appointed Provost of the University of the Virgin Islands

With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Bailey most recently served as director for research development at Virginia State University. A scholar of early childhood education, she has held academic and leadership roles with numerous universities across the United States.