If you are a new department head, you are likely focused on doing an excellent job. And you may believe that the work you do speaks for itself. It is important, however, to also cultivate allies. Allies understand what you do, speak well of you, and think of you when opportunities arise. They know who you are when you call to ask for a favor or request help in dealing with a sticky issue. Your allies function as an extension of you and your mission, and they are thus a key resource.
Distinguishing Your University with Teaching Excellence
Colleges and universities do many things to distinguish themselves with excellence, from chasing rankings to highlighting Fulbright research to touting their alumni. But one rarely used tool is to distinguish
Corbin M. Campbell
November 18, 2024
