"I urge the reader to enjoy the stories, learn from the lessons, gain insight from the perspectives shared, and become better colleagues and supervisors of women at mid-career. Women in student affairs who are already at mid-career will also profit from this volume, for it illustrates that you are not alone as you face the complexities of your personal and professional life. And for those of you reading this volume who are just beginning your personal path in student affairs, I know you will find that the candor and honesty of these authors will be helpful to you as you develop your pathway through your personal and professional life. Learn from those who have gone before as the authors of this volume have done." -- from the Foreword by Margaret J. Barr