This paper places the Abecedarian Approach in theoretical and historical context and reviews the results from 3 randomized controlled trials that have tested an experimental protocol designed to prevent cognitive disabilities ...

Dr. Batamaka Somé, Anthropologist and Gender Specialist from Burkina Faso, will seek to raise awareness on gender issues around the world by sharing his experiences in working with women’s social and economic empowerment ...

The WGD program at CIRED has conducted a monthly discussion series for over a decade. Students, faculty, staff and members of the community are encouraged to attend the discussions and bring their ideas and questions. The ...

Overview of Academic Job Search Begin by determining personal and institutional "fit" - Develop dossier (CV, cover letter, etc.) based on your chosen career path and institutional type - Look over job ads in your ...

Basic Guidelines for Preparing for an Academic Job Search:<br /><br /> • Read announcements carefully<br /> • Follow instructions closely<br /> • Taylor materials to each application<br /> • Present a professional package<br ...

Key Message: <ul><li>Sustainable transformation is needed at Virginia Tech around diversity and inclusion </li><li>Employers and Alumni recognize value of diversity and excellence </li><li>VT needs to be a destination ...

Poster illustrating how AdvanceVT initiatives have been integrated into university policies and programs at Virginia Tech.

COACHE Survey Overview<br /><br /> • 1298 instructional and research faculty hired at Virginia Tech before Jan 2012 were surveyed in fall 2012<br /> • Results provide descriptive statistics and significant differences ...

This 2013 AdvanceVT presentation reviews the extent to which Virginia Tech is successfully promoting a diverse environment, increasing productivity, and supporting family/work-friendly policies.

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