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What is Synergist Leadership Theory

Chapter 12
Black Female Leaders in Academia: Eliminating the Glass Ceiling With Efficacy, Exuberance, and Excellence
Theory developed by Irby et al. (1999) is a gender inclusive theory which addresses the female perspective, and which includes attributes, experiences, and abilities inherent in male, as well as female, leaders (Brown & Irby, 2003).
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Voices of African American Women Presidents in Higher Education: Recommendations for Aspiring College Presidents
Chaundra Smith-Adams (Houston Community College, USA), Jennifer T. Butcher (Abilene Christian University, USA), and Dianne Reed (University of St. Thomas, USA)
Copyright: © 2022 |Pages: 20
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-9774-3.ch012
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of African American females regarding their progression toward presidency at post-secondary educational institutions. This study described the experiences of current African American female presidents in the academy in reaching their level of professional success. Five participants, who self-identified as African American female presidents, were the first presidents of their college. The participants shared their experiences by responding to a research question that allowed them to expound on recommendations for those aspiring to achieve the position of college president. Findings from the study indicated that being knowledgeable, prepared, and having a strong identity were necessary components to achieve the position and be successful.
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Path to College Presidency: Being African American and Female
Theory developed by Irby, Brown, and Duffy (1999), is a gender inclusive theory which addresses the female perspective, and which includes attributes, experiences, and abilities inherent in male, as well as female, leaders (Brown & Irby, 2003).
Published in Chapter: Path to College Presidency: Being African American and Female; From: Black Female Leaders in Academia: Eliminating the Glass Ceiling With Efficacy, Exuberance, and Excellence
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