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Can't emphasize enough how much Dean (and soon-to-be Chancellor) Lyons has had on my development as a human. The Defining Leadership Principles from Haas continue to guide, inspire, and keep me in check every day! Berkeley is in such good hands under his steer. <DLPs> 1. Question the Status Quo: Embrace curiosity and challenge conventional thinking to drive innovation and positive change. 2. Confidence Without Attitude: Lead with humility, empathy, and a collaborative spirit, fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity. 3. Students Always: Commit to lifelong learning and growth, continuously seeking new opportunities for personal and professional development. 4. Beyond Yourself: Lead with a sense of purpose, prioritizing service to others and making a meaningful impact on society. #GoBears #Haasome #Berkeley #FiatLux #Principles

In the current moment, what would it take for your president, provost or dean to further invest in and champion expansion of education abroad? Join us to learn what a sample of 12 college and university leaders representing a cross-section of public and private U.S. institutions, including leaders fro community colleges and HBCUS, had to say about this and related questions. Amelia Dietrich, PhD Bradley Farnsworth #globallearningforall #forumea #educationabroad

We just released the fourth edition of our Guide to Higher Education Presidential Transition. This guide focuses on the process of selecting and onboarding a new leader for your campus. Inside, you'll find articles that tackle some of the most challenging and compelling topics related to the presidential search and transition. The guide offers clear, actionable advice for search committees and boards of trustees. The role of the presidency has evolved significantly. Getting the right leader in place has never been more crucial for the future of institutions. We hope you find this resource valuable! #higheredleadership #collegepresidents #impactfulleadership #presidentialtransition

With higher education experiencing intermittent crises and frequent turnover among leadership teams, employing interim leaders from outside one’s institution becomes an important talent strategy. 👇This short article shares some examples, which may inspire you to consider an interim or on-demand leader for your institution. If you have a leadership gap to fill and have questions about interim or on-demand leadership, please reach out. #InterimLeadership #HigherEdLeadership

Today, Vice Chancellor Dr. SR Shankapal Sir Provided for a new faculty's a comprehensive overview of GM University’s structure, vision, and strategic goals. Emphasizing outcome-based education, his address on the third day of orientation highlighted our commitment to academic excellence and innovation. #GMUniversity #Leadership #FacultyOrientation #AcademicExcellence.

Summer reading continues! Fascinating to read this quote from 1827: "The American public is not satisfied with the present course of education in our higher seminaries." Still relevant nearly 200 years later. The quote comes from the 1827 Faculty of Amherst College trustees report found in Levine and Van Pelt's book (p. 33). Transformation is inevitable. Let’s reimagine higher education that is relevant for a new era. #summerreading #highereducation #leadership

With higher education experiencing intermittent crises and frequent turnover among leadership teams, employing interim leaders from outside one’s institution becomes an important talent strategy. 👇This short article shares some examples, which may inspire you to consider an interim or on-demand leader for your institution. If you have a leadership gap to fill and have questions about interim or on-demand leadership, please reach out. #InterimLeadership #HigherEdLeadership

The book "Shared Leadership in Higher Education: A Framework and Models for Responding to a Changing World" is centered on the roles of technology and other innovations in advancing forms of leadership. It discusses the need for leadership in higher education to be a shared and collaborative effort, rather than solely relying on a single individual. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDGawaW8 USC Rossier School of Education, Adrianna Kezar, Elizabeth Holcombe, Susan Elrod, Judith Ramaley

The college presidency isn’t what it used to be. Presidents are under increasingly intense scrutiny for things they do and say nearly every day, and yet there are and will continue to be many great leaders who aspire to the role. Being a college president is still special, and impactful. More than ever, it is critical for each higher education institution to identify the right president for its needs, and to support this individual in the transition into their new role to increase the likelihood of immediate and long-term success. That’s what this resource from WittKieffer is for: https://lnkd.in/er37_QDi In the articles, we explore some of the most challenging and compelling topics related to the presidential search and transition, and provide clear-headed, actionable advice for search committees and boards of trustees to follow. The presidency isn’t what it used to be, to be sure. But never has “getting it right” been more essential. Access the PDF version: https://lnkd.in/e8FSbvdE #collegepresidents #higheredleadership

In the past year, WittKieffer has assisted numerous institutions in finding interim leaders to address strained leadership capacities. Here are key benefits of interim executives: **Maintain Momentum**: Interim leaders ensure critical projects and initiatives continue during leadership vacancies. **Access Expertise**: They bring specialized skills to tackle extraordinary challenges like technology implementations and fundraising campaigns. **Mentorship**: Interim leaders mentor new hires, aiding in their onboarding and transition. - **Change Agents**: They make tough decisions and drive necessary changes without fear of repercussions. Interim leadership is essential for navigating transitions and maintaining institutional progress. If you'd like to discuss a need for interim or on-demand leadership at your insitution, I'd be happy to connect. #InterimLeadership