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New on the Job: Q&A With John Andrick, St. John’s University and College of Saint Benedict
As the inaugural dean for student academic success, Andrick discusses his role, how he works across two institutions and the need for student supports in and outside of the classroom.
A Rebrand Gone Awry Prompts a Redo
Mississippi University for Women got more pushback than its leaders expected when they rolled out a new name for the institution. Alumni especially piled on.
Religious Tradition Butts Against Catholic College’s New Trans Policy
A local bishop is at the center of opposition to a decision by Saint Mary’s College, a women’s institution in Indiana, to consider admitting trans women.
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Faculty Gender Pay Disparities Persist, Even at Vassar
Men have historically made more than women in academe—and for full professors, the gap has widened in recent years. The issue has spawned litigation at a Seven Sisters institution.
‘Financial Emergency’ at Mills
College announces layoffs (likely including tenured professors) and plans for curricular reform -- amid a deficit that has grown to $9 million.
Degree on Their Own Time
A women's college is phasing out a weekend college that was once key to serving adult students -- and replacing it with a hybrid program.
Women's Colleges, Global Context
While women's colleges and universities are declining in number in the U.S. and Europe, they play a growing role in providing access and developing female leaders around the world, writes Kristen Renn.