Women make up only 22% of presidents at elite research institutions, according to the Women’s Power Gap Initiative, and only about a third of the top roles around the nation,” reported Gilma Avolos. “When you squander half the talent of the human race, you’re giving up on a lot,” said Fordham President Tania Tetlow. “I think a lot of it is just recognizing that you need to not overlook that talent in our half of humanity.”

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