HERS Leadership Institute applications are now open! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that the 2026 Summer HERS Leadership Institute will be held at the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO from July 14–23, 2026. bit.ly/4muPqhA

Leadership in higher education is under the spotlight. In a recent speech at Hillsdale College, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon criticized colleges for employing “tens of thousands of administrators” but lacking “true leaders.” bit.ly/482Fj0d

Congratulations to Patricia Cardoso-Erase, a June 2025 HLI alum, on her appointment as Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students at UMass Amherst! We’re proud to celebrate Patricia’s leadership journey and the powerful role HERS alums play in shaping higher ed leaders.

HERS congratulates Marieke Van Puymbroeck, Ph.D. on her appointment as the next Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville!

Join our free virtual info session to explore Next Stages Next Steps (NSNS) before registration closes on November 21 for the January 2026 program at Rollins College! NSNS is hosted in partnership with Academic Search. bit.ly/42WGH0G

Join HERS for Reflection to Direction, a 2-part virtual workshop on November 5 and 12, 3-5 p.m. ET, focusing on intentional career planning for higher ed leaders of all roles, titles, and genders. Register by October 27 here: bit.ly/42ilxdq

The Next Stages Next Stepsworkshop, hosted in partnership with Academic Search, equips aspiring leaders with the skills and insights to navigate the academic search process with confidence. Nearly 60% of participants have secured senior leadership roles! bit.ly/46vRMs3

Join HERS on Thursday, October 16 from 4-5pm ET for our next HERS Alums Meet the Authors Book Talk, featuring Christie Chung, Ph.D., executive director of the The Mills Institute at Northeastern University and proud HERS alum. bit.ly/479bOZq

At HERS, we build spaces where leaders grow, collaborate, and create momentum that transforms higher education. Be part of the change. Join the HERS community today. bit.ly/4mEWxUN

What a start! The HERS Leadership Institute at @umass kicked off last weekend with powerful conversations, inspiring connections, and a shared commitment to advancing equity in higher ed. We can’t wait to see how this cohort continues to learn from one another in the weeks ahead.

The 2025 HERS Leadership Institute (HLI) brought together 170 leaders from 84 institutions across 38 states and two countries, representing every corner of higher education, from liberal arts colleges to HBCUs and HSIs. Read the full blog here: bit.ly/46ZtMfP

The AAUA Conference is in ONE WEEK at Montclair State University in New Jersey! HERS is proud to sponsor this event. Learn more and register today: bit.ly/4n2DcgL

Interested in the Summer HERS Leadership Institute but need a little more info? Join us on Friday, October 24 for a free virtual info session where you’ll explore the program and get your application questions answered live! bit.ly/4nzq9Ep

Join HERS on November 5 and 12 for Reflection to Direction: Intentional Career Planning for Higher Education Leaders, a 2-part virtual workshop designed to help you pause, reflect, and plan your next career move with intention. Register by October 31! bit.ly/42ilxdq

At HERS, we believe in advancing women and gender-diverse leaders who transform higher ed. Our newest white paper, Thriving in the Presidency: Narratives of Women Leaders, shares the stories of 29 remarkable women college presidents. Read the full report: bit.ly/4nRvdV1

If you’re a mid-to-senior-level faculty or staff member in higher ed with a desire to grow as a dynamic leader, HLI is designed to help you thrive. Our program brings together participants from diverse backgrounds, roles, and experiences,. bit.ly/4muPqhA

HERS is committed to making the HERS Leadership Institute accessible to all leaders. We offer three tailored funding options based on your background and field. ✨ HERS Scholarship ✨ HERS–Mellon Leader Fellowship ✨ HERS–Luce STEM Leader Fellowship bit.ly/3WklDO1

Women and gender-diverse leaders still hold only about 30% of executive positions in U.S. colleges and universities (CUPA-HR). Next Stages Next Steps (NSNS), hosted by HERS and co-facilitated by Academic Search was created to change that. bit.ly/46vRMs3

Join HERS for Reflection to Direction: Intentional Career Planning for Higher Education Leaders, a 2-part virtual workshop that inspires you to reflect deeply, embrace your unique path, and take your next bold step in higher ed leadership. bit.ly/42ilxdq

There are FOUR days left to register for the Reflection to Direction workshop! Join HERS on November 5 and 12 for two empowering virtual sessions designed to help clarify your goals, build confidence, and chart your next steps forward. Learn more: bit.ly/42ilxdq