Speaker:
Dr. Fran Bagenal, Laboratory for Atmospheric & Space Physics, Dept. of Astrophysical & Planetary Sciences, University of Colorado

Title:
" Women in Physics & Astronomy: Moving Beyond "the Woman Problem"

Abstract:
Preferring pragmatic approaches to issues, I present statistical studies of demographics by professional organizations such as the American Institute of Physics that show practical reasons for moving from "how do we help these poor women" to "how to educate/hire/retain the talent we needed to supply a technical-trained workforce." I will discuss the professional pipeline, where it is leaky and how it can be fixed - including allowing for multiple pathways.
 

Host:
Bill Hiscock