Different Phrase, Same Barrier: Challenges African American Women Face when Attaining Presidency at Postsecondary Institutions

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Abstract

The dearth of women of color representation in senior leadership positions within higher educational institutions remains a matter of great concern. This paper explores the intersectionality of race and gender and how it interrupts the upward flow of leadership and creates barriers for African-American women seeking University /College President positions

Authors

• Dena Lane-Bonds, University of Missouri

• Rocky Christensen, University of Missouri

• Ransford Pinto, --