Discussion List for campus-based and allied personnel working to end gender-based violence on campus.

["Upton, Yvette " <>]

Dear colleagues: 



I have bittersweet news to share with all of you. After 10 years at the 
Georgia Tech Women’s Resource Center, serving as part of an incredible 
movement to create a supportive and inclusive environment for women, I was 
offered the opportunity to take on a new role within Georgia Tech, and I have 
accepted the promotion to the Director of Outreach and Student Affairs at 
Georgia Tech Savannah. I started the new position in January. 



The support of women's center colleagues across the country has been 
invaluable for the growth of the Women's Resource Center at Georgia Tech and 
for my personal and professional development (and sanity). It has been a 
tremendous experience for me to be part of this community. My hope is to 
continue my involvement with NWSA and the Women's Centers community. Of 
course, there are issues of gender inequity everywhere and I've already began 
building my network in the Savannah area, but I want to remain connected with 
colleagues who continue to do this work daily. 



I also want to encourage you to consider applying for the Director position 
at Georgia Tech. For those of you in Student Affairs, it's an Assistant Dean 
position which combines the opportunity to advance in Student Affairs and 
continue women's center work. The position description and application 
process are online. Many of you have witnessed the growth of this center over 
the years - so many things have changed  on our campus and I'm proud to know 
that the WRC was at the forefront of improving the climate for women. Take 
Back the Night draws more than 800 students each year. The Women's Leadership 
Conference is a model to other schools. The VOICE sexual violence prevention 
and response program includes strong involvement from students and colleagues 
throughout the campus, including sorority women. More policies and procedures 
are in place to support women and the WRC is seen as a vibrant, established 
part of the GT community. I was even  interviewed by GT Living History 
Program to record the WRC's role at Georgia Tech - it was an incredible honor 
and fitting end to my official role with the center. 



Please help continue the legacy of the WRC. 



More information about the transition: 
http://www.womenscenter.gatech.edu/plugins/content/index.php?id=56 ;

A short video about the first 10 years of the Women's Center: 
http://www.womenscenter.gatech.edu/plugins/content/index.php?id=49 ;

A front-page story in the student newspaper about Take Back the Night: 
http://nique.net/ ;

Job Description (below and online): https://ea.ohr.gatech.edu/   ;(#BJJ8733) 



Best wishes to all. 



With much love and gratitude, 



Yvette 



_______________________________________________________ 
Assistant Dean of Students/Director of Women’s Resource Center 
Georgia Institute of Technology 


Atlanta, Georgia 



The Georgia Institute of Technology is one of the nation’s premiere research 
universities. The Institute consistently ranks among U.S. News & World 
Report’s Top Ten public universities. Georgia Tech enrolls nearly 17,000 
students every year through its Colleges of Engineering, Management, 
Computing, Sciences, Architecture, Management and Ivan Allen College of 
Liberal Arts. Georgia Tech maintains a diverse campus and is one of the 
nation’s top producers of women and African-American engineers. Georgia Tech 
is located in Atlanta, Georgia, which is known for its excellent quality of 
life. Campus life is an integral part of the Institute experience, with 
almost half the student population living on campus in the residence halls 
and Greek housing. Students enjoy a well-rounded university experience with 
numerous co-curricular opportunities, a brand new world-class recreation 
center and intercollegiate athletic competition in the Atlantic Coast 
Conference (ACC). 



The Assistant Dean of Students/Director of the Women's Resource Center (WRC) 
is responsible for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for women 
students at Georgia Tech. The Assistant Dean/Director of WRC is member of the 
management team of the Office of Dean of Students. These responsibilities 
include but are not limited to: meeting with students in Dean's appointments 
to assist them with a variety of personal and academic issues; and 
participating in the Emergency On-Call Rotation which includes responding to 
emergencies after hours and weekends. The Director of WRC directs the 
Center's programming, advocacy, and fundraising initiatives. Also serves as a 
consultant to faculty and staff on a variety of issues impacting women at 
Tech. 



Selection process will include a pre-employment background screening 
consisting of criminal background check and education verification. 



Position Duties: 

Major responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Direct the strategic and day-to-day operations of the Women's Resource Center 
(WRC) 

Supervise the Program Coordinator of the WRC 

Coordinate WRC programming for women at Georgia Tech 

Research and advocate to change policies/practices that negatively impact 
women 

Consult with academic departments as needed on individual sexual harassment 
cases and broader climate issues within departments 

Provide emergency crisis intervention for students who are victims of sexual 
assault, sexual harassment, domestic/roommate violence and stalking 

Provide support, advocacy and follow-up referrals for women going through the 
campus judicial process 

Advise 30+ student leaders to plan and implement annual Women's Leadership 
Conference and Women's Awareness Month 

Serve on Institute committees to address gender issues 

Serve a leadership role in campus initiatives to address sexual violence at 
Georgia Tech 

Facilitate workshops and trainings on gender issues, sexual violence, and 
campus/community resources for women 

Coordinate all fundraising initiatives and marketing efforts related to the 
WRC 



Qualifications: 

Education: A Master's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and 
experience. Preferred fields of study include: Women Studies, Student 
Affairs, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or any other academic discipline 
focusing on gender. 



Experience: A minimum of two years work-related experience required. 
Successful candidate will have a minimum of five years experience working in 
a Women's Center or in a similar role providing services and/or programming 
that address women's issues. Incumbent must demonstrate knowledge of women's 
and gender issues. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the 
ability to manage multiple projects are essential in this role. Prior 
experience working with diverse groups of undergraduate and graduate students 
is highly desired. 



Timeline and Application Process: 



Collection of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position 
is filled. 



All applicants must visit the Office of Human Resources website at 
https://ea.ohr.gatech.edu/ and click on “Apply” to complete the mandatory ;
online application process. Applications should include a detailed resume and 
cover letter, and names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers 
of at least three professional references, one of which should be the 
applicant’s current supervisor. Review of candidates will begin immediately 
and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The 
anticipated start date is 07/01/10 OHR Job Title : Assistant Dean of 
Students/Director of Women’s Resource Center 


OHR job #: BJJ8733 



Remuneration: 

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and 
experience. Competitive benefits package from the University System of 
Georgia. 



The Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
________________________________________ 
Yvette Upton 
Director of Outreach and Student Affairs 
Georgia Tech Savannah 
210 Technology Circle 
Savannah, GA 31407 
(912) 966-6786