UNC officials have selected a new leader for the Carolina Women’s Center.

The office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and provost at UNC has selected Gloria Thomas to begin this week as the new CWC director.

CWC is an organization within UNC that aims to create an inclusive education and work environment for women through research, education, and advocacy.

“Dr. Thomas has an extensive record of leadership and commitment to women and underserved populations,” said UNC-Chapel Hill Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost James W. Dean Jr. “We are thrilled that she has brought her experience and expertise to Carolina to benefit our faculty, staff and students.”

Before coming to UNC, Thomas served as director of the Center for the Education of Women at the University of Michigan as well as Associate Director of the Office of Women in Higher Education at the American Council on Education.

“I look forward to joining the staff as the next director of the Carolina Women’s Center here at UNC-Chapel Hill. The center is an effective advocate for survivors of sexual assault and violence and a great resource for programs that promote women’s self empowerment,” Thomas said.

“I hope to build upon those strengths by promoting the safety, success and leadership of women on Carolina’s campus as well as continuing to celebrate their accomplishments.”

Thomas has a Ph.D. in higher education from the University of Michigan, a Master of Arts degree in teaching of English from Villanova University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a concentration in black studies from Swarthmore College.

Related Stories
‹
On Air Today: Women in Government Leadership, at UNC
Wednesday, March 25, UNC is hosting a panel on Women in Government Leadership. Aaron chats with two organizers - both leaders themselves.
UNC Baseball Fall Short vs. Oklahoma in Game 3 of National Championship Series
Oklahoma took the lead early and steadily pulled away from the Diamond Heels in Game 3 of the national championship series Monday night.
UNC Baseball in the National Championship Series: How to Watch, Cord-Cutting Options and Start Times
The Diamond Heels will play for the national championship this weekend in a best-of-three series against Oklahoma.
'All Hands on Deck': UNC's Scott Forbes Discusses Pitching Plan for Winner-Take-All Championship Game
Scott Forbes and the Diamond Heels are making every pitcher available for Monday night's winner-take-all championship game.
The Omaha Diaries, Day 8: Father's Day
After his father died last July, Diamond Heels first baseman Erik Paulsen played with extra emotions Sunday against Oklahoma.
'No Other Choice': UNC Baseball Digs Deep to Keep Championship Hopes Alive
The Diamond Heels fought back from an early deficit and an unfortunate injury to beat Oklahoma Sunday afternoon in Omaha.
UNC Baseball Bounces Back, Beats Oklahoma to Force Winner-Take-All Championship Game
The Diamond Heels recovered from an early deficit to beat Oklahoma 6-2 in Game 2 of the national championship series in Omaha Sunday.
The Omaha Diaries, Day 7: David's Team
David from Burlington has become the Diamond Heels' biggest fan thanks to the Team IMPACT program.
UNC Baseball Remains Confident Despite Game 1 Championship Setback
The Diamond Heels remain confident in themselves after losing Game 1 of the championship series against Oklahoma.
The Omaha Diaries, Day 6: Last Flags Flying
Before the games begin between the Diamond Heels and Oklahoma, I want you to sit back and think about just what is happening in Omaha.
›