Today’s higher education leaders share their stories and insights about leadership in the academy. Join host Jay Lemons and his guests for thoughtful conversations and interesting perspectives on leadership. Leaders on Leadership is brought to you by Academic Search and the American Academic Leadership Institute, who together support colleges and universities during times of transition and through leadership development activities that serve current and future generations of institutional leaders. For more information, visit us at academicsearch.org.
Episodes
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Dr. Loren Blanchard, President of the University of Houston-Downtown
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
In this episode, Jay talks with Dr. Loren Blanchard, President of the University of Houston-Downtown, who shares three pieces of advice for leading through crisis: being nimble, doing advanced preparation, and delivering clear, consistent and regular communication. Dr. Blanchard also discusses some of the proven strategies he has used to help close equity gaps and the importance of focusing on student success to achieve those efforts. Interview recorded in September 2021.
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Dr. Félix Matos Rodríguez, Chancellor of the City University of New York
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Jay is joined by Dr. Félix Matos Rodríguez, Chancellor of the City University of New York. Dr. Rodríguez shares his thoughts on how leaders can benefit from having a mentor or executive coach as they transition into a new role. He also discusses the importance of understanding your leadership style so you know your strengths and the areas where you need to grow.
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Dr. Alisa White, President of Sam Houston State University
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
In this episode, Jay speaks with Dr. Alisa White, President of Sam Houston State University (SHSU). Dr. White discusses her experience transitioning to the presidency at SHSU during the height of the pandemic and the importance of virtue, courage, and honesty when building a strong team.
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Dr. Shirley Collado, Former President & Senior Advisor, Ithaca College
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Monday Aug 30, 2021
Dr. Shirley Collado talks with Jay about how her earliest college experience as a member of the inaugural class of Posse scholars shaped her career, her perspective on access, success, and college completion, and her understanding of students’ desires for a sense of belonging and affirmation. She also discusses how aspiring leaders can prepare for the challenges of the future by gaining skills and experiences from across the varied sectors of higher education.
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
In this episode, Jay speaks with Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy, president of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Dr. Ramaswamy talks about his journey to leadership and how his own experience as a first-generation, low-income student in India has translated to a passion for student success and closing equity gaps, which he has put into action while with NWCCU. He also discusses the importance of mentorship and how good leaders know how to make others shine.
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Dr. Andrea Chapdelaine, President of Hood College
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Dr. Chapdelaine talks with Jay about the role of institutions in community engagement and workforce development. She discusses her own experience both as a faculty member and administrator in preparing students to contribute to their communities as talented professionals and civic leaders. She also shares her thoughts on the important qualities of good institutional leaders, from being passionate about student success and the university mission to leading with integrity.
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Dr. Jo Allen, President of Meredith College
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Jay is joined by Dr. Jo Allen, who talks about her path to the presidency of her alma mater, Meredith College. Dr. Allen discusses Meredith's anti-racism initiative and shares some of the successes and challenges the campus community has faced in this effort. In addition to offering her thoughts on the importance of balancing confidence with humility as a leader, she discusses the value in taking time to reflect and learn from your leadership experiences.
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Dr. Scott Miller, President of Virginia Wesleyan University
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
In this episode, Jay talks with Dr. Scott Miller, President of Virginia Wesleyan University, who has served for 31 years in four college presidencies. Dr. Miller reflects on the characteristics that made him effective in those roles and led to opportunities for his institutions and those who served with him. He also shares the importance of life-long learning and taking advantage of leadership development programs like those offered by the American Academic Leadership Institute.
Monday May 17, 2021
Monday May 17, 2021
Jay talks with Dr. Daniel Greenstein, Chancellor of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education, who reflects on his career path and how it led him to be a passionate advocate for affordable, accessible higher education. Dr. Greenstein also discusses important qualities needed for strategic leadership, including data-informed decision-making, accountability, transparency, and empathy.
Monday May 03, 2021
Mr. John T. Casteen III, President Emeritus, University of Virginia
Monday May 03, 2021
Monday May 03, 2021
Jay is joined by his mentor and former boss, John Casteen, president emeritus of the University of Virginia, and takes the opportunity to reflect on some of the important advice Mr. Casteen offered him as he began his leadership journey. Mr. Casteen discusses the impact desegregation and the civil rights movement had on his approach to creating opportunity and educational equity throughout his career. He also shares the key skills and attributes he looked for when building his leadership team.