WELCOME!
Mission Statement The Alaska Women in Higher Education (AWHE) is a network of women administrators, faculty, and staff from colleges and universities across the state dedicated to the professional advancement of women, particularly women of diversity, in higher education.
AWHE is a member of the Office of Women in Higher Education (OWHE) OWHE offers national forums for women ready to advance into senior level positions, prepares publications on women in higher education, and nominates women for presidencies, vice presidencies, and other senior level positions.
Goals A. Sustain an Alaska Women in Higher Education network.
B. Develop interest and advocate for increased access for women, particularly women of color.
C. Provide information, support, and encouragement to those who share an interest in advancement of women in higher education.
D. Assist in the professional development of women who are or aspire to be in leadership roles in higher education.
E. Foster institutional transformation.
Sincerely,
Lauren Bruce
OWHE Executive Board Member and
OWHE Regional Coordinator | Beth Sirles
Interim Statewide Network Coordinator |
