Keywords
Communication, discrimination, presidential candidates, higher education
Abstract
The typical image of the academic president is shifting, with women occupying more presidential offices at colleges and universities, constituting an upward trend toward gender equity. An analysis of communication competencies and behaviors of academic presidents and governing board members in the context of hiring was conducted via interviews and surveys. Universities and colleges in the U.S. that had recently hired new presidents were sampled. Communication skills were identified as important factors that influenced board member’s perceptions of the candidates.
Recommended Citation
Dwyer, M., & Sahay, S. (2022). Advancing Women for the Presidency in Higher Education: Communication Competencies and Gender. Journal of Research on the College President, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.54119/jrcp.2022.601