Background: Research administration is a profession embedded in various academic and non-academic structures ranging from universities with high research activities to not-for-profit health systems and small teaching colleges. Research administrators are the stewards of this profession, and their responsibilities include assisting faculty in…

Many female administrators fear that white male culture will not allow them to be viewed as successful and powerful unless they behave as "ladies should." To explore such fears, this study examined the definition and application of power within the practice of women educational administrators. The purpose of the research was to construct a theory…

Proceedings from a conference entitled "Women Moving Forward: Improving Florida's Economy through Leadership, Power and Influence" are presented. The 1979 statewide conference, which brought together leaders from industry, government, education, and the communities, was designed to promote the social and economic needs of women. Contents…

This recounting of the author's journey through a career as a faculty member and in various administrative positions offers lessons learned along the way.