Diversity & Inclusion
A History of Women in Higher Education
By Margaret Attridge
March 19, 2026
Honoring Women's History in College
Learn about the disparities women in academics face and how to honor them during Women's History Month.
Women in College Tell Their Stories
These essays from college women tell their stories of feminism, intersectionality, and the impact women and gender studies had on their experience.
Ways to Celebrate Women's History Month in College
Celebrating women means supporting them. Here are some ways to honor Women's History Month in college — and what your university could be doing as well.
Learning Women's History
Take a moment this Women's History Month to recognize the impact women have had on education, science, tech, politics, and more.
Barriers Women Face in Education
There are more women students than men, yet they still face barriers in college and afterward. Learn about those barriers and how colleges can help even the playing field.
Resources for Women in College
Here are some resources college women can use to inform their journeys not just during Women's History Month but all year round.
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