In Focus

In Focus articles are thoughtful and practical writings addressing the unique challenges and joys of women in the academy and professions. Topics include those dealing with the academy, professions, relationships, singleness, career decisions, and child-bearing and child-raising in the context of study and work.

In Focus
May 07, 2012
By Christine Jeske
Making Margins, Part 2

Chrissy Jeske promised to report back on her effort to create margins in her life. How did she do?

In Focus
March 23, 2012
By Diane Paddison
Alone in a (Church) Crowd

Author Diane Paddison recognizes the isolation many academic and business women have in their churches and gives suggestions for change.

In Focus
February 24, 2012
By Katelin Hansen
A Full Education

Grad student Katelin Hansen builds relationships across racial and socioeconomic lines while lamenting the lack of diversity in graduate programs.

In Focus
February 08, 2012
By Christine Jeske
Making Margins, Part 1

Margins make a visual design — and a life — more appealing. But, Chrissy Jeske asks, how do we make that space?

In Focus
November 23, 2011
By Kami Rice
An Indian Academic's Unexpected Path

Writer Kami Rice introduces us to the story of Susheila Williams’ perseverance in obtaining her advanced degrees and the remarkable work she has since accomplished.

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