The past year has been a time of exciting reflection and change for WISELI, a research center supporting faculty diversity and inclusion, housed in the College of Engineering. New personnel, a new name, and plans …
Jennifer Sheridan – Media
Survey highlights pandemic stressors, finds improving climate for many, but not all, underrepresented faculty
In 2022, a large majority of University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty who responded to a confidential survey indicated they feel respected by their colleagues, students and department leaders and are satisfied with their salaries and benefits, …
COVID-19 has pushed more women into ‘survival mode’
While one in three jobs deemed essential are held by women, the pandemic has also exacerbated gender inequality in academic settings.
Medical Professionals of Both Genders Link the Word “Career” with Men
“Medical professionals of both genders link the word “career” with men.” August 6, 2019. Tamara Mathias. Reuters Health.
Devine et al. 2017 paper included in Gender Action Portal
The Gender Action Portal at Harvard University has selected the Devine et al. 2017 paper “A gender bias habit-breaking intervention led to increased hiring of female faculty in STEMM departments” in their database. The Women …
Carnes et al. 2015 paper included in Gender Action Portal
The Gender Action Portal at Harvard University has selected the Carnes et al. 2015 paper “The Effect of an Intervention to Break the Gender Bias Habit for Faculty at One Institution: A Cluster Randomized, Controlled …
How a sociologist is pushing to improve academia’s workplace climate
“How a sociologist is pushing to improve academia’s workplace climate.” Maggie Kuo. Science Careers Online. May 2, 2017.
UW–Madison worklife survey finds budget cuts shook morale of 91% of faculty
“UW–Madison worklife survey finds budget cuts shook morale of 91% of faculty.” Pat Schneider. The Capital Times. April 6, 2017.
Bias in Hiring
“Bias in Hiring.” Emily Auerbach. University of the Air, Wisconsin Public Radio. Madison, WI. September 20, 2015.
Faculty of Color Face Unique Challenges at Mostly-White UW
“Faculty of Color Face Unique Challenges at Mostly-White UW.” Anne Blackbourne. The Badger Herald. September 8, 2015.