Friday, July 16, 2010
The freedom to say 'no'
"Why aren't there more women in science and engineering? Controversial new research suggests: They just aren't interested." This Boston.com article suggests that some of the reason for a lack of gender equality in the sciences is caused by women preferring other fields. (Thanks, Chrissy)
Why Women Aren’t C.E.O.s, According to Women Who Almost Were
"It’s not a pipeline problem. It’s about loneliness, competition and deeply rooted barriers." Read more in the NYT .
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Even women who earn overwhelmingly positive performance reviews are told that they have ‘personality flaws,’ a new study finds. The double...
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Many talented rural students don't go to elite schools, because they are unaware of the options. Read more in the NYT . Thanks, +Ju...