JOURNAL OF LEADERSHIP, ACCOUNTABILITY AND ETHICS
An Exploration of Institutional Climate and Supports Enabling Career
Growth for Female Leaders at Utah Valley University
Author(s): Susan Seymour, Anne Wairepo
Citation: Susan Seymour, Anne Wairepo, (2013) "An Exploration of Institutional Climate and Supports Enabling Career Growth for Female Leaders at Utah Valley University," Journal of Leadership, Accountability and Ethics, Vol. 10, Iss. 5, pp. 63 - 77
Article Type: Research paper
Publisher: North American Business Press
Abstract:
This study investigates the underrepresentation of female leaders at Utah institutions compared to peer
institutions and national averages. Using one Utah institution as a case study, this research considers
existing female leadership dynamics in relationship to institutional support and climate factors. It also
considers opportunities for developing an executive female leadership pipeline despite challenging
contextual factors such as a conservative religious culture, an institutional climate that is challenged by
perceptions of diversity and fairness, and few female role models.