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Dr. Koffi C. Akakpo Appointed President of Kentucky State University

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Previously, he was vice president for business, administrative, and student services, COO, and chief student services officer at North Central State College (NCSC); and director of academic financial planning & management at Central State University. Akakpo holds a Ph.D.

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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.

Open communication and shared experiences foster genuine partnership between administration and faculty and staff. Setting clear boundaries allows employees to disconnect and recharge, leading to higher energy and focus when they’re engaged in governance activities. About Our Guest Carrie Lovelace Petr , Ph.D.,

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AAUP on Florida: authoritarian control wilting higher education

University Business

Ron DeSantis has been at the epicenter of higher education this past year. In K12 and higher ed, the term “woke” has plunged education into a muddy existential battle. Only two higher education administrators agreed to the interview. “He is taking names. .”