Establishes Council of Women in Higher Education in Department of State to study and promote women's issues within institutions of higher education.
Impact
The establishment of this council represents a significant commitment to addressing gender disparities in education. It is set to examine the representation of women in academic and administrative roles, as well as evaluating the availability of programs focused on women's issues within these institutions. Through systematic data collection and recommendations to stakeholders such as the Secretary of Higher Education and governing boards, the council aims to create measurable progress in closing the gaps identified through its findings.
Summary
Assembly Bill A1637 establishes the 'Council of Women in Higher Education' within the New Jersey Department of State. This council is tasked with promoting and studying women's issues in higher education institutions across the state. Composed of 39 members, the council will include representatives from four-year public institutions, independent institutions, and county colleges. Members will serve two-year terms and will be responsible for advising on current programs and proposing new initiatives aimed at enhancing women's participation in higher education.
Contention
While the intentions behind A1637 are largely supportive and aim to empower women, potential points of contention could arise surrounding the implementation of its recommendations and the dynamics of governance within the educational institutions. Discussions may also emerge regarding the allocation of funding for outreach programs targeting younger students, as well as the effectiveness of strategies employed to elevate women's voices within these educational settings. The annual report published by the council will serve as a critical tool for accountability and public awareness regarding the progress made in these areas.
Carry Over
Establishes Council of Women in Higher Education in Department of State to study and promote women's issues within institutions of higher education.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish Legislative Youth Council and select institution of higher education in this State as host; makes changes to council's structure to provide flexibility in activities and operations.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish Legislative Youth Council and select institution of higher education in this State as host; makes changes to council's structure to provide flexibility in activities and operations.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish Legislative Youth Council and select institution of higher education in this State as host; makes changes to council's structure to provide flexibility in activities and operations.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish Legislative Youth Council and select institution of higher education in this State as host; makes changes to council's structure to provide flexibility in activities and operations.
Directs Secretary of Higher Education to establish Legislative Youth Council and select institution of higher education in this State as host; makes changes to council's structure to provide flexibility in activities and operations.
Relating to accountability of institutions of higher education, including educator preparation programs, and online institution resumes for public institutions of higher education.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.
Revises calculation of student financial need and provides circumstances for reduction of financial aid at institutions of higher education and proprietary institutions.