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York College academic administrator won't leave students behind

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: As a college student, Josh Landau was close to dropping out. He had not declared a major or developed an awareness of his needed academic tools, but Landau was motivated to learn for the sake of learning. Now, as a higher education professional, he wants to support others to succeed in the ways he did.

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An academic administrator on teaching career-ready skills in class

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Reed spoke with Inside Higher Ed about his cross-departmental work and a new initiative at Montana to match course objectives with professional experience. Q: What led you to your career in higher education? A: I was a first-generation college student from a small coal-mining community in east Kentucky.

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Ask the Administrator: When Curriculum and Budgets Overlap

Confessions of a Community College Dean

An occasional correspondent writes, I work for an R1 private 4-year institution at our Computer Science department as an academic administrator. I have a master’s degree in higher education & student affairs, if that’s helpful context. Overlapping and missing expertise.

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Guide To Assessment

Higher Ed Connects: Assessment

Assessment is not usually listed as a “qualification” in the job description of a leadership position; however, in today’s higher education landscape, it’s part of the package in every leader’s role. No program is immune to assessment, including Student Affairs.

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How Presidents Can Create a Thriving Workplace Culture in Higher Ed Institutions: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 186 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Carrie Lovelace Petr

The Change Leader, Inc.

Creating a thriving workplace culture in higher education institutions is a multifaceted endeavor that hinges on leadership, boundary-setting, and an acute awareness of the changing dynamics of work-life balance. This commitment to employee well-being is an invaluable investment, especially during challenging times in higher education.