Virginia Tech received an ADVANCE Institutional Transformation grant from the National Science Foundation in 2003 to initiate AdvanceVT, a program designed to increase the participation and advancement of women in academic science and engineering careers by changing institutional culture and practices. The university is now in the process of incorporating aspects of AdvanceVT across the institution.
Mission
AdvanceVT is a comprehensive program to promote and enhance the careers of women in academic science and engineering at Virginia Tech through institutional transformation. Elements of AdvanceVT include:
- Advancing Women into Faculty Careers
- Increasing the Representation of Women
- Empowering Women as Leaders and Scholars
- Updating Work/Life Policies
- Warming Department Climate
Activities
Programs target graduate students preparing for faculty careers, new faculty just starting out, senior faculty preparing for leadership roles, search committees, department heads, and senior administrators.
Annual workshops engage faculty and administrators from across campus
Upcoming Events:
- Dr. Ellen Daniell, author of Every Other Thursday: Stories and Strategies from Successful Women Scientists, March 3
Funding Opportunities
Virginia Tech Visiting Scholars Program provides funding to invite potential faculty candidates for short campus visits to attract their interest in future faculty positions.
