Dr. Mazzula featured in Insight into Diversity Magazine "Pathways to the Professoriate Program Helps Guide Latino Students from PhDs to Professorships" by Gary Stern (2017). Dr. Mazzula speaks to the "paltry number of Latino faculty to issues around 'access, sponsorship, mentorship, and gatekeepers'... Read full story: www.insightintodiversity.com
As I reflect on the last six years of what started as a small meeting to address the lack of women in the Ivory Tower and research careers to now a Network of over 3,000 scholars, researchers, evaluators, academic leaders and junior investigators worldwide, I am both humbled and even more inspired to continue to support the next generation of investigators. Join me in given girls and young women faces they can relate to! [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8My0lUDm4M&t=10s[/embed] The Latina Researchers Network was founded in 2012, in response to the underrepresentation of historically disadvantaged populations with advanced degrees and in support of examining the barriers and opportunities for advancement in research and academic positions. With a supportive academic and social network, LRN is committed to eliminating barriers and advancing opportunities for underrepresented populations…
CALL FOR PROPOSALS Deadline for submission of all proposals is April 30, 2016 at 11:59pm EST. ABOUT THE CONFERENCE In response to the underrepresentation of diverse scholars in advanced research careers and in the academy, the conference seeks to: Increase exposure of advanced research careers for diverse scholars, Inspire and support the next generation of investigators, Ensure underrepresented scholars receive the latest methodological training, Provide access to role models and networking opportunities, and Improve recruitment and retention of underrepresented students, researchers and faculty members. The conference includes plenary discussions and presentations by expert researchers, evaluators and activist scholars. The conference also includes multiple opportunities for networking and connecting rising investigators to senior scholars, evaluators and researchers. ATTENDEES The Latina Researchers Conference brings scholars, researchers and aspiring investigators from across the U.S. to address…
