The FORWARD to Professorship Workshop

Abstract

Abstract"FORWARD to Professorship" is a workshop that aims to help women and other underrepresented groups in Science, Engineering and Mathematics succeed in obtaining tenure-track faculty positions and in acquiring tenure. The workshop addresses skills and strategies to survive and excel in academia. Participants from wide geographical, disciplinary and career level backgrounds come together for a three-day workshop in May. Participant rating of the activities and the entire workshop experience has been very positive. Several months after the workshop, participants report increased confidence and networking, aiding them in their career development.