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Male Stagnation in Doctoral Programs Recent trends at the doctoral level show mixed outcomes for men. While numbers have stabilized in some areas, men face stagnation or decline in fields like psychology, veterinary science, and law. Over the past 40 years, men’s share of degrees at all levels has decreased. In 1980, men earned 51% of bachelor’s degrees and 73% of doctoral degrees. By 2022, these figures had dropped to 41% and 43%, respectively. This gender shift in doctoral degrees has been driven by rising participation from women. While men’s share declined, the absolute number of men earning doctorates increased until around 2013, then stagnated. Men still hold a majority in research doctorates (e.g., PhDs), but the gap has narrowed since the 1990s. The decline slowed after the 2000s, and gender distribution has stabilized in recent years. However, fields like psychology and education show significant drops in male participation. Men now earn just 25% of psychology PhDs and 27% in education, indicating a decline both in share and absolute numbers. The male MD share has decreased from 75% in 1981 to 47% in 2024. After 1981, the number of male MDs fell, rose briefly, and then dipped again after 2019. Women now outnumber men in recent medical school graduations. Additionally, men are now in the minority in dental, pharmacy, and veterinary schools. While male enrollment has grown slowly in dental and pharmacy schools, veterinary programs have seen a 40% drop in male enrollment over the last 40 years. Men’s share in law schools has dropped from over 90% in 1970 to 44% in 2022. Although women’s enrollment rebounded post-Great Recession, men’s enrollment continued to decline. Women’s gains in #HigherEducation are clear successes. However, male stagnation in doctoral programs and certain fields deserves attention to promote balanced educational progress and professional representation. Read the full #research brief: https://lnkd.in/gdkiHPvg

#ICYMI: HEMAC co-founder, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, hosted the 2024 Student Success US Conference with Inside Higher Ed and Times Higher Education. More than 500 attendees from 200 colleges and universities gathered to share ideas and best practices. “Hosting this conference reflects the Volunteer community’s commitment to student success,” said UT Vice Provost for Student Success Dr. Amber Williams. “By uniting national and international experts and innovators, we inspire fresh ideas and strategies to support our students where they are. Together, we’re shaping the future of higher education.” Read a recap of the conference: https://lnkd.in/g26viG-K

#Alcohol-Related Harm Disproportionately Affects Men in the U.S. "The problems related to alcohol skew male. Men are twice as likely as women to be hospitalized for alcohol-related reasons. Around two-thirds of deaths from drinking in excess are among males, totaling nearly 120,000 yearly deaths in the U.S." Read our latest commentary by Jett Stone, PhD: https://lnkd.in/gTbD786r

Male college degrees on the decline Over the past 40 years, men’s share of degrees has dropped at all levels, with the most notable declines in postgraduate #education. Read our latest research brief: https://lnkd.in/gdkiHPvg

Delighted to be discussing parenting and boys and men with at the The Washington Post Global Women’s Summit this Thursday at 11.45am ET. Link to watch online here: https://lnkd.in/e6AHeW6w

Today is #InternationalMensDay. A time to celebrate the men in our lives and raise awareness about challenges boys and men face in areas like #MentalHealth, #Education, and family life. We’ve compiled key facts, publications, and solutions to help boys and men thrive: https://lnkd.in/gaJBgUmg #IMD #IMD2024

Tomorrow is #InternationalMensDay. Here’s a message from our President of AIBM, Richard V. Reeves: "International Men’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the men in our lives – partners, fathers, sons, brothers, and colleagues – and to draw attention to some of the challenges boys and men face including in mental health, education, and the workplace. When men flourish, everyone benefits. We rise together." Learn more about #IMD and its importance: https://lnkd.in/gaJBgUmg #InternationalMensDay2024 #IMD2024

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Young Men’s Loneliness and Alcohol Faced with loneliness and feeling unseen, many young men seek comfort in #alcohol. Two-thirds say no one truly knows them. Read our latest commentary by Jett Stone, PhD: https://lnkd.in/gTbD786r

#MaleTeachers Report High Job Satisfaction Despite Challenges Data from 2020-21 shows that 9 out of 10 male teachers are satisfied with their jobs, and 3 in 4 say "teaching is worth it." Notably, 54% of male teachers are satisfied with their pay, slightly higher than 48% for female teachers. Despite challenges, teaching remains a fulfilling career for many men. Read our latest research brief: https://lnkd.in/gp28sE9H