The transition from faculty to administration in higher education is a multifaceted journey influenced by individual backgrounds, experiences, academic disciplines, politics, and relationships. This essay explores the nuanced experiences of three female university leaders—representing the fields of law, education, and science—as they share insights, challenges, and best practices in navigating this pivotal transition. Given the underrepresentation of women and historically excluded groups in higher education leadership positions (Ford, 2016; Morley, 2013), this work seeks to contribute to the limited body of knowledge surrounding effective strategies for supporting and promoting diversity in academic leadership roles.
Distinguishing Your University with Teaching Excellence
Colleges and universities do many things to distinguish themselves with excellence, from chasing rankings to highlighting Fulbright research to touting their alumni. But one rarely used tool is to distinguish
Corbin M. Campbell
November 18, 2024
