How often have you found yourself in a sticky situation as an instructor, a chairperson, or college administrator? Has this resulted in a reaction or a decision you later regretted? A good leader should not feel pressured to make hasty decisions. I have found that the lessons I learned as a P–12 leader are applicable to higher education leadership and decision-making. This article provides tried and true guidance about how to move forward when confronted by the unexpected.
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Supporting Faculty and Staff Mental Health and Well-Being: Community, Connection, and Balance
Last month, I introduced the U.S. Surgeon General’s Framework for Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being. The framework was created to start deeper conversations about change and well-being in the workplace