Welcome On behalf of the Georgia Institute of Technology, I’d like to thank you for your interest in the ADVANCE Program for Institutional Transformation. Through the NSF Award, Georgia Tech is building upon the momentum of previous activities to support the full participation and advancement of women and to provide a model of best practices. In order to achieve these goals, Georgia Tech is examining a variety of issues, from promotion and tenure to family and work policies, and implementing change measures to ensure true progress. The Georgia Tech ADVANCE team incorporates a diverse array of faculty, staff, and institute leaders in this collaborative endeavor. Our website will give you more information about what we’re currently working on and give you a chance to contact us with any questions you may have. Georgia Tech is deeply committed to creating an environment distinguished by forward-thinking practices, and my colleagues and I welcome your suggestions to help us with this important endeavor. Sincerely, Gary Schuster Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs