Jane Leonard Award for the Advancement of Women

Provides recognition to an individual who has contributed to the advancement of women at Indiana University of Pennsylvania through elevating the status of women; improving campus policies affecting women; establishing professional development opportunities for women; and participating in the establishment of academic mentoring for women

Ruth Riesenman and Melissa Swauger, 2018 Jane Leonard Award Winners2018 Winners:

  • Ruth Riesenman, executive assistant to the President (retired); Foundation board; community service
  • Melissa Swauger, associate professor of Sociology