“A huge part of my mission is to definitely tell truthful histories and have a whole sector of our list dedicated to history. I'm helping [academics] take their knowledge and make it accessible to commercial audiences without dummying it down using Legacy as a vehicle.” www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“When we can regulate our emotional responses, often referred to as emotional intelligence, and cultivate inner calm, we become more effective leaders.” Jennifer Kelly shares how effective leadership starts with emotional regulation and objective awareness. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

As a difficult year comes to a close, remember: nolite te bastardes carborundum. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“I was taken aback to hear that I was required to reach out to a prospective student 11 times before closing their file as “not interested.” I became even more nervous when I learned that over half of those attempts should be phone calls.” www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“I do believe continuous learning to be one of the great joys of life and something that keeps you young and fresh, mentally and otherwise,” writes Debbie Psihountas, Ph.D., of her career change from MBA director and academic dean to flight attendant. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"Balance is not a constant. It’s not even always possible, especially for women leaders in higher education running complex portfolios, managing people and politics and still showing up for your families, your communities, and yourselves.” www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Have you seen Wicked: For Good yet? Hannah Tervanotko, Ph.D., shares how the lessons learned from Wicked apply to your scholarship: www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"In even a very short conversation with the new Dean of MC Online and Academic Support at Montgomery College MD, it is immediately clear that Shinta Hernandez isn’t the type to consider what she can’t do." www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"I felt as though I needed to be productive to turn myself around, but I couldn’t make myself care about anything on my to-do list." Autumn Arnett shares how backing away from a productivity-only mindset can be key to getting out of burnout: www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"The day I met the advisor who changed my life is forever imprinted on my mind." Stephanie McCoy shares how advising can change college students' lives—a lesson she learned first-hand. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“Academe is not without its own barriers for women, particularly women of color, so I take a certain personal satisfaction,” says Dr. Makana Chock, David J. Levidow Endowed Professor at Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Communications. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"Once I graduated and got my bachelor’s, I vowed to never allow any student that looked like me or is going through similar things to mine experience those barriers,” says Dr. Krystal C. Johnson. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"Although Dr. Alma Littles had served as interim dean of the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine since February 2023, having the word interim removed on July 1, 2024, was satisfying." Read more about her journey here. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Autumn Arnett tackles the growing frustration faculty members feel with the amount of time they are having to spend on administrative tasks since the start of the pandemic, and looks at solutions technology may be able to offer. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“Considering the rapid changes in technology; it's really important that educators keep their fingers on the pulse,” says Anne Vasquez, executive director of the Television Academy Foundation. Read more about her work here: www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Hannah Slack's perspective on pursuing a career in academia: "The juxtaposition between my supportive job and the challenges of the degree was a major turning point for me. I began to lose faith in becoming an academic and I no longer felt like I belonged." lnkd.in/eVGnxzTJ

Dawn Ogali-Frederic shares some of the challenges she faced while pursuing her doctorate: "I felt constantly overwhelmed, constantly exhausted." www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“The instructor's words—“College is not for you”—echoed in my mind, fueling my doubts ... But then something shifted.” Latrina Thomas, Ph.D., offers a masterclass in the power of perseverance to degree—and the importance of supporting students. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“It makes perfect sense that women in academia may fall into perfectionism; systemic biases around promotion and tenure and the weight of other responsibilities lead to extra pressure to produce “perfect” work.” - Autumn Arnett www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Debbie Psihountas, Ph.D., shares how rather than retire, she reinvented her life in higher education to become a flight attendant—and how that plays into her love of lifelong learning: www.wihe.com/article-deta...

In 1963, activists, including 500 children, were arrested for protesting a segregated movie theater in Americus, Georgia. Some of the girls “disappeared.” The Rebel Girls, tells the story of their resilience and determination: www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“After more than two decades in higher education as a professor, chair, MBA director and dean, along with various adjunct and visiting positions ... I decided to make a major change for my anticipated last decade of work life: I decided to become a flight attendant.” www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Natasha Hastings, two-time Olympic gold medalist, shares how she made the transition from award-winning athlete to supporting student-athletes to reach their potential. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“We love to talk about “work–life balance” as though it’s a natural state you just…arrive at, as if once you hit the right combination of early-morning yoga and Sunday meal prep, the scales will even out and stay there.” Autumn Arnett unpacks how to lead well. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Can’t get students to reply to a phone call? Stephanie McCoy unpacks how the landscape of contacting students in college has changed. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Closing gender equity gaps starts way before college. Maria Prudente profiles facilitators helping to build girls' self-esteem through theater. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Looking for a new fall podcast to kick off the semester? Consider "Kickass Women of History,” a podcast featuring deep dives into the lives of women throughout history—stories that aren't usually told. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"Higher education has never been a neutral playing field. It wasn't built for women, and despite decades of effort, it still doesn't quite know what to do with women." Autumn Arnett reviews Savanah N. Landerholm's "Beyond Equality: Women Leaders in Higher Education": www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"Balancing motherhood and higher education is largely about navigating an entire system that often isn’t designed with student parents in mind," writes Patrina Dow, of her journey as a mother in higher education. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

While approximately 20% of college students in the U.S. are Hispanic, only 6% of college professors identify as Hispanic. Dr. Azuri L. Gonzalez, executive director of The Alliance of Hispanic-Serving Research Universities, is seeking to change that. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"In this current socio-political climate, prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requires more than just well-intended statements and performative gestures." Autumn Arnett breaks down actionable ways to keep DEI afloat at your institution. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Stephanie McCoy breaks down how her email etiquette changes based on the gender of the recipient, and muses on what that has meant for her professional career. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

We are still our best chance at enacting the change we want to see in the world (despite what technofascist billionaires would like us to think). Consider ways you can positively impact your community in spite of the ongoing challenges we face in 2025. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“A huge part of my mission is to definitely tell truthful histories and have a whole sector of our list dedicated to history,” Krishan Trotman says. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“I would guess that around 80–90% of my outgoing phone calls were unanswered and went to voicemail.” Stephanie McCoy unpacks how telephobia has impacted her role in higher education. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

“When you're engaged in intellectual terms on an area of the world, as I am, you go deeper and deeper into it,” Tanya L. Domi says of her work in higher education and human rights. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Happy September and back to campus season! Start the month and the academic year off with strong lessons in leadership from Jennifer Kelly. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

See the trailer for the next Wicked film recently? Now's the time to revisit Hanna Tervanotko's great article on how the films speak to women in higher education in 2025. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"Work was a paycheck, but it also defined me as a person. As work became less and less manageable during the pandemic, I didn't quite know who I was." #BestofWIHE2022 www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Job departures are hard. It's hard for the person leaving to figure out how to do so kindly, and it's hard for the person being left not to take it personally. Even when the people involved have a wonderful relationship, there can still be muddled feelings. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

The Editor Says Goodbye. #BestofWIHE2016 www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Working in student outreach for her institution's admissions office, Stephanie McCoy discovered that communication norms are rapidly shifting for the younger generation. She shares how her team adapted to new trends and increased interaction with students. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"I always tell people that narratives inspire to people to act, while data justifies action (or inaction)." WIHE editor Autumn A. Arnett offers advice for academics writing to a public audience. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

"My chemistry instructor's words cut through me like a blade: 'College is not for you.'" Dr. Latrina Thomas shares the challenges she encountered in her journey to a doctorate and encourages others on the path to believe in their potential. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Free access from WIHE: Dr. Patrina Dow, Director of Student Mom Advocacy, shares her personal story in "A Mother’s Journey Through Higher Ed: Challenges, Solutions, and Advocacy." www.wihe.com/article-deta...

Our August issue is now live on Wiley Online Library! With contributions from Jennifer Kelly, Lois Elfman, Autumn A. Arnett, Gina Panozzo, Elizabeth Ritt, Dawn Z. Hodges PhD, Laura Yeager Dolan, Claudine McCarthy and more. Check out the TOC here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/23315466...

From WIHE Vol. 21 Issue 2, "Don't Let Anything or Anyone Hold You Back" by Megan Brown. #BestofWIHE #EmpoweringWomen #FreeAccess

NEW in WIHE: Lois Elfman's profile of Tanya L. Domi, Director of Media Relations at CUNY Graduate Center, is a compelling reminder that academic research, public policy, and media can intersect in powerful and effective ways. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

📣Free read! Working in student outreach for her institution's admissions office, Stephanie McCoy discovered that communication norms are rapidly shifting for the younger generation. She shares how her team adapted to new trends to increase interaction with students. www.wihe.com/article-deta...

From WIHE Vol. 26 Issue 3, "Making Hidden Figures Visible" by Amma Marfo. #BestofWIHE #EmpoweringWomen