Date of Graduation

Summer 5-16-2019

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Organization and Leadership (O&L)

College/School

School of Education

First Advisor

Walter Gmelch

Second Advisor

Jane Bleasdale

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to study the current effects of training and accommodations on women in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fields. Currently, there is a lack of women at the senior levels in the STEM field. This study evaluates the current literature as well as the personal experiences of 14 subjects. This information was collected through interviews. No personal data besides gender and age is communicated in the paper, with company names and signifiers removed. With the information gleaned from this research, the study evaluates the current programs and assesses a path forward. The assumption from the research in this paper is that the current programs are not effective and there is a better way to support women in becoming senior leaders in the STEM fields.

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