Family Friendly Policies And Practices In Academe

Author : Erin K. Anderson,Catherine Richards Solomon
Publisher : Lexington Books
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780739194409

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Family-Friendly Policies and Practices in Academe by Erin K. Anderson,Catherine Richards Solomon Pdf

This volume discusses why faculty and administrators of academe should care about implementing family-friendly policies and practices, as well as how they can advocate for policy changes. In section one, the book’s focus is on empirical studies that demonstrate the need for innovative programs and policies for faculty at colleges and universities. These pieces explore issues such as the value of work/life programs for employee retention, the need for a variety of family support policies including elder care, and the influence of workplace culture on the use of existing policies. Section two includes case studies of the process of formulating family-friendly policies and their adoption at a variety of universities. The subjects of these chapters include use of the Family and Medical Leave Act, the enactment of a parental leave policy, the development of a unique “life cycle professorship program,” and strategies used to implement new policies. The case study chapters provide descriptions of the identification of faculty and staff needs and the process of policy development as well as advice to faculty and administrators who seek to develop similar policies at their institutions.

Author : Marci R. McMahon,Ala R. Qubbaj,Marie T. Mora
Publisher : IAP
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2018-06-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781641132442

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Advancing Women in Academic STEM Fields through Dual Career Policies and Practices by Marci R. McMahon,Ala R. Qubbaj,Marie T. Mora Pdf

Continuing to challenge American colleges and universities is the underrepresentation of women faculty in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, particularly Latinas and other underrepresented women of color. Advancing Women in Academic STEM Fields through Dual Career Policies and Practices, comprised of scholarly essays, case studies, and interviews, argues that to address equity issues related to women faculty, academic institutions should consider work-life perspectives, including dual careers, when designing faculty recruitment, retention, and advancement strategies. By connecting the topic of dual career hiring to gender and ethnicity, the volume extends the current research on work-life integration by sharing best practices and approaches that have worked among institutions of higher education while incorporating issues related to intersectionality.

Author : Mari Castaneda,Kirsten Isgro
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-05-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780231534581

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Mothers in Academia by Mari Castaneda,Kirsten Isgro Pdf

Featuring forthright testimonials by women who are or have been mothers as undergraduates, graduate students, academic staff, administrators, and professors, Mothers in Academia intimately portrays the experiences of women at various stages of motherhood while theoretically and empirically considering the conditions of working motherhood as academic life has become more laborious. As higher learning institutions have moved toward more corporate-based models of teaching, immense structural and cultural changes have transformed women's academic lives and, by extension, their families. Hoping to push reform as well as build recognition and a sense of community, this collection offers several potential solutions for integrating female scholars more wholly into academic life. Essays also reveal the often stark differences between women's encounters with the academy and the disparities among various ranks of women working in academia. Contributors—including many women of color—call attention to tokenism, scarce valuable networks, and the persistent burden to prove academic credentials. They also explore gendered parenting within the contexts of colonialism, racism, sexism, ethnocentrism, ageism, and heterosexism.

Author : Jaime Lester,Margaret Sallee
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781000976960

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Establishing the Family-Friendly Campus by Jaime Lester,Margaret Sallee Pdf

The impact of changing demographics in higher education, and the importance of family-friendly policies, is well documented. There is an urgent need to keep PhDs in the higher education sector, to recruit talented scholars into academia, and retain them over the course of their academic careers. The key is instituting policies to enable all constituencies to balance work and personal responsibilities.This book covers the range of issues faced by all generations in academe, from PhD students, to the “sandwich generation” (those caring for children and aging parents simultaneously) through to older faculty and administrators. It addresses the causes for women faculty with children leaving the academy at a disproportionately higher rate than men, the conflicts women face between academic work and motherhood, and the difficulties they encounter in reentering the academy after having left the professoriate. In examining the need for family-friendly policies, this book documents the “best practices” currently in use at institutions across the United States. Each chapter highlights practices and programs from a variety of institutions and institutional types that address the needs of a more inclusive family-friendly campus and offers suggestions to others who are implementing similar change on their campuses. These examples provide context so that readers no longer have to develop practices in isolation, and without evidence of their effectiveness.The editors suggest that the most successful campuses are those that utilize a work-life systems framework to meet the needs of its employees. They also point to future growth trends, including expanding the focus from faculty and staff to incorporate all in the campus communityThis book offers guidance to department chairs, deans, faculty, administrators, and graduate students on setting a family-friendly agenda, and models for implementation.Contributors include: Emily Arms -- Kathleen Beauchesne -- Jill Bickett -- Sharon A. Dannels -- Mariko Dawson Zare -- Karie Frasch -- Marc Goulden -- Jeni Hart -- Caryn Jung -- Jaime Lester -- Sharon A. McDade -- Jean McLaughlin -- Mary Ann Mason -- Sharon Page-Medrich -- Kate Quinn -- Margaret Sallee -- Randi Shapiro -- Angelica Stacy -- David L. Swihart -- Gloria D. Thomas -- Darci Thompson

Author : Dr. Tina Maschi, PhD, LCSW, ACSW,Dr. George Stuart Leibowitz, PhD, LICSW
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780826120670

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Forensic Social Work, Second Edition by Dr. Tina Maschi, PhD, LCSW, ACSW,Dr. George Stuart Leibowitz, PhD, LICSW Pdf

This extensively revised edition reviews the latest research and practices in forensic social work. Readers learn to integrate socio-legal knowledge when working with diverse populations in a variety of settings. Noted interdisciplinary contributors review the most common forensic issues encountered in the field to better prepare readers to deal with the resulting financial, psychological, emotional, and legal ramifications. Using a human rights and social justice approach, the book demonstrates the use of a forensic lens when working with individuals, families, organizations, and communities that struggle with social justice issues. Each chapter features objectives, competencies, Voices From the Field, a conclusion, exercises, and additional resources. The book is ideal for MSW and BSW courses in forensic social work as well as forensic/legal courses taught in criminal justice and psychology. Practitioners working in a variety of settings who must have a working knowledge of forensic social work will also appreciate this comprehensive overview of the field. Key Features: Highlights working with various populations such as minorities, immigrants, veterans, the elderly, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, substance abusers, trauma survivors, and more. Reviews the field’s conceptual and historical foundation and pertinent laws to better prepare readers for professional practice (Part I). Introduces the most common forensic issues encountered when working in various settings, including health care, social and protective services, the child welfare system, the criminal justice system, school systems, immigration services, addiction treatment facilities, and more (Part II). Provides a wealth of practical guidance via case studies and interviewing, assessment, and intervention tips. Voices From the Field written by seasoned practitioners introduce common situations readers are likely to encounter. New to this Edition: Highlights the 2015 Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Policies and Accreditation Standards throughout the text. Greatly expanded coverage from 26 to 33 chapters with more information on health care, housing, employment, the juvenile and criminal justice system, adult protective services, and the dynamics of oppression. New Part III dedicated t

Author : Vasilikie Demos,Marcia Texler Segal,Kristy E. Kelly
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781838673857

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Gender and Practice by Vasilikie Demos,Marcia Texler Segal,Kristy E. Kelly Pdf

In Gender and Practice: Insights from the Field, twelve chapters contribute to the creation of an accessible body of knowledge that looks to provide gender practitioners with examples of what works, and what doesn't, in the attainment of gender equality.

Author : Maria D'Agostino,Helisse Levine
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011-04-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780763777258

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Women in Public Administration by Maria D'Agostino,Helisse Levine Pdf

Women in Public Administration: Theory and Practice provides a comprehensive exploration of the gender dimension in public administration through a unique collection of writings by women in the field.

Author : Sandra Laursen,Ann E. Austin
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-24
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781421439389

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Building Gender Equity in the Academy by Sandra Laursen,Ann E. Austin Pdf

Grounded in scholarship but written for busy institutional leaders, Building Gender Equity in the Academy is a handbook of actionable strategies for faculty and administrators working to improve the inclusion and visibility of women and others who are marginalized in the sciences and in academe more broadly.

Author : Crystal Gateley
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781040135907

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Clinical Practice to Academia by Crystal Gateley Pdf

Designed to assist health professionals with the transition from a clinical role to a faculty role, Clinical Practice to Academia: A Guide for New and Aspiring Health Professions Faculty provides a comprehensive overview of higher education for new and aspiring faculty across health professions including occupational therapy, physical therapy, athletic training, nursing, speech-language pathology, clinical and diagnostic sciences, and pharmacy. This practical guide explores the complexities of the faculty role and includes specific strategies related to teaching and learning in the health professions. Written by Dr. Crystal A. Gateley, Clinical Practice to Academia includes an overview of the issues most impacting academics today. Chapters are placed within the context of current health care and higher education settings. Conceptual foundations of teaching and learning are reviewed, and specific strategies for classroom instruction are provided. The text also includes suggestions for ongoing professional development through the first few years and beyond. Unique aspects of Clinical Practice to Academia include: Introduction to institutional differences that affect faculty roles Focus on the first few years of an academic career Recommendations for exploring campus and professional resources Overview of today’s college students Self-directed learning activities in each chapter for further exploration of topics With practical advice that can be tailored to unique faculty roles, Clinical Practice to Academia: A Guide for New and Aspiring Health Professions Faculty is a must-have for any health care professionals who are moving into academia.

Author : Marianne A. Ferber,Jane W. Loeb
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Education
ISBN : 0252066197

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Academic Couples by Marianne A. Ferber,Jane W. Loeb Pdf

How do the careers and lives of academic couples differ from those of other academics? What advantages and disadvantages do they face, and what problems and opportunities do their increasing numbers present to academic institutions? Sixteen experts address these and many other questions in Academic Couples, offering new research and much vital information.

Author : American Association of University Professors
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : College teachers
ISBN : PSU:000059797197

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Academe by American Association of University Professors Pdf

Author : Catherine L. Riley,Katie B. B. Garner
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781003818441

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Creating Supportive Spaces for Pregnant and Parenting College Students by Catherine L. Riley,Katie B. B. Garner Pdf

This volume brings together interdisciplinary research, theoretical perspectives, and detailed explanations of paths and examples to help colleges become supportive spaces for pregnant and parenting students. Expanding the discourse around pregnant and parenting college students to a more interdisciplinary and international arena, this volume follows the ground-breaking disquisition, formerly set forth by ‘Title IX and the Protection of Pregnant and Parenting College Students (Riley, Hutchinson, Dix 2022)’, to define this cohesive field and bring together separate voices to help colleges become more supportive spaces after the . The chapters explore academia’s attitude toward motherhood, families, and care work, the invisibility of pregnant and parenting students, system-wide negligence, the forgotten nature of student-fathers, unacknowledged miscarriages, organized policy change efforts, involved agencies of change, the troubling presence of coercion, and more. While arguing that barriers currently prevent colleges from becoming supportive spaces, the volume asserts that improvements are both feasible and vital for ensuring that institutions of higher education are complying with Title IX, a U.S. federal law. Offering interdisciplinary research, explanations of problems, and paths for progress, this edited volume will be useful to scholars, researchers, administrators, and activists working to support pregnant and parenting students. Various chapters will also interest those working in higher education administration, education policy, reproductive health, gender studies, and health and organizational communication more broadly. Supporting pregnant and parenting college students, however, is a shared responsibility belonging to all members of a campus community; accordingly, this volume is for every institution that plans to comply with Title IX.

Author : Sue V. Rosser
Publisher : Springer
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783319487939

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Academic Women in STEM Faculty by Sue V. Rosser Pdf

This volume examines major issues facing successful women in academic science. In doing so, Sue Rosser outlines the persisting and shifting perspectives of women who have achieved seniority and remained in academia during the last fifteen years through survey data from women who received POWRE awards from the NSF. Some evidence suggests that budget cuts and an increasing reliance on technology have impacted higher education and exacerbated gender issues, but until now, little research has focused directly on the lingering effects of these changes.

Author : Birgit Riegraf,Brigitte Aulenbacher,Edit Kirsch-Auwärter,Ursula Müller
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-07-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783531925011

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Gender Change in Academia by Birgit Riegraf,Brigitte Aulenbacher,Edit Kirsch-Auwärter,Ursula Müller Pdf

Editors’ Foreword The fundamental changes currently taking place in the national and international science landscapes can no longer be overlooked. Within those changes, reforms do not go ‘as planned’ but, as is always the case with processes of rationali- tion, have a series of unintended effects. At the same time it becomes incre- ingly clear who in this process are the winners and who are the losers, although this is still subject to fluctuation and change. This can be illustrated by two - amples from current events: Where the range of taught courses is concerned, as part of the Bologna Process the new structuring of student study paths and their organisation is aimed at unifying the European area of science to ensure a study that is equally permissive and efficient. However, it is to be deplored that the mobility of s- dents has become more restricted because of an increasing specialisation in the available study paths. Also, bachelor degrees do not meet with the anticipated high response from the labour market in all countries, so that the master’s degree is becoming more or less a ‘must’, while at the same time the number of study places on master’s courses is limited. Instead of the intended reduction in the duration of study time in comparison to the previous German ‘Magister’ and ‘Diplom’, rather a prolongation in the duration of studies has been recorded.

Author : Sue V. Rosser
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781479809202

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Breaking Into the Lab by Sue V. Rosser Pdf

Why are there so few women in science? In Breaking into the Lab, Sue Rosser uses the experiences of successful women scientists and engineers to answer the question of why elite institutions have so few women scientists and engineers tenured on their faculties. Women are highly qualified, motivated students, and yet they have drastically higher rates of attrition, and they are shying away from the fields with the greatest demand for workers and the biggest economic payoffs, such as engineering, computer sciences, and the physical sciences. Rosser shows that these continuing trends are not only disappointing, they are urgent: the U.S. can no longer afford to lose the talents of the women scientists and engineers, because it is quickly losing its lead in science and technology. Ultimately, these biases and barriers may lock women out of the new scientific frontiers of innovation and technology transfer, resulting in loss of useful inventions and products to society.