Research focused on women in higher education is often conducted from a monolithic perspective of women. Few studies have
investigated differences among and between women and the influences impacting such differences. Generational differences of
individuals can influence values and preferences (Arsenault, 2004) as well as impact the organizational functioning of colleges
and universities in the United States. Therefore, this mixed-method study explored these differences among female
administrators in higher education. Quantitative analysis indicated generational differences in managerial practices among
female leaders. However, more similarities than differences among the generational cohorts were discovered in the qualitative
analysis. Implications for practice midlevel women administrators in student affairs are discussed.