| Abstrakt: |
Historically, leadership at the top levels of higher education has been exercised by males. Consequently, for 16 years, the BRIDGES: Academic Leadership for Women program in North Carolina has attempted to break down barriers for women and bridge this gap by providing leadership development for women in the academy. This article presents a best-practices model for a women’s academic leadership program, including program description, historical review, and program impact. To date, BRIDGES has addressed various themes from the leadership literature, including leadership styles, overcoming the glass ceiling, personal development, empowerment, essential knowledge and skills, transformational leadership, and the intersection of race and gender. The authors encourage replication of the BRIDGES program in other states and abroad. |
