No, Andrew, it just means that there has been a long history of
discrimination against female faculty hiring, and the university is
protecting itself against future lawsuits and/or regulatory measures.

Andrew Tait wrote:
>
> Totally off-topic, I know.  Doesn't the below constitue sexual
> discrimination?
>
> Hmmm....
>
> Andrew
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Zechmeister" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2000 10:05 AM
> Subject: sending mail to the list
>
> <SNIP>
>
> The University of Vienna strives to increase the number of women faculty
> members and encourages suitably qualified candidates to apply. Women with
> the same qualifications will receive preference.

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