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 Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Jay is joined by Dr. Jessica Kozloff, former president of Academic Search and president emerita of Bloomsburg University (PA). Dr. Kozloff talks about the mentors who influenced her path to the presidency and reflects on some of the advice they shared with her. She also offers her thoughts on mission-oriented, student-centered leadership.
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Jay talks with Dr. Joel Martin, President of Wagner College (NY), who discusses how his journey from scholar to scholar-administrator gave him the opportunity to have an expanded impact on his institution and in society. He also talks about the unique perspective that having a diverse institutional background can offer and the benefits of looking outside your sector for new ideas and influences.
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
Jay speaks with Dr. Paul Turman, Chancellor of the Nebraska State College System. Dr. Turman shares his thoughts on creating a shared vision by engaging stakeholders early and often through the process. He also discusses the importance of seeking out mentors to help you shape and refine your leadership style.
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Jay is joined by Dr. Heidi Anderson, President of University of Maryland Eastern Shore, who talks about the mentors who influenced and encouraged her on her path to leadership. Dr. Anderson discusses the myriad benefits of public higher education and the challenges facing institutions as they work to address changes to the business model and the learning model in a post-pandemic world.
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
In this episode, Jay speaks with Dr. Clarence Wyatt, President of Monmouth College (IL). A historian, Dr. Wyatt reflects on what we can learn about leading in turbulent times from earlier periods in American history. In addition to sharing his own thoughts about what makes a good leader, he also shares some of the characteristics that have consistently defined good leaders throughout history.
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Jay talks with Dr. Barbara Mistick, President of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU), about her non-traditional path to higher education leadership and how her early entrepreneurial experiences influenced her career journey. Dr. Mistick discusses the importance for aspiring leaders to seek out diverse experiences and build a deep network. She also touches on the need for today’s leaders to be empathetic and strategic in the face of crisis.
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Jay is joined by Dr. Melody Rose, who earlier this year became Chancellor of the Nevada System of Higher Education. Dr. Rose shares her story as the first in her family to earn a college degree and discusses how that experience shaped her perspective on access to higher education. She also discusses the value of effective communication strategies and what to look for in building a strong team.
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
In this episode, Jay talks with Dr. Damián Fernández, President of Eckerd College (FL). Dr. Fernandez shares his thoughts on higher education as an engine for social mobility and the importance of understanding the culture and ethos of an institution in order to be authentic and inspirational as its leader.
Monday Nov 16, 2020
Monday Nov 16, 2020
In his third episode, Jay is joined by Dr. Rich Ekman, President of the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC), who recently announced his plans to retire after 20+ years at the helm. Dr. Ekman reflects on what he learned on his path to the CIC presidency and addresses the characteristics of good leaders. In addition, he discusses how CIC's professional development programs can help senior leaders do their jobs better and advance their institutions more effectively.
Friday Nov 06, 2020
Friday Nov 06, 2020
In this episode, Jay speaks with Dr. Bill Kibler, a Senior Consultant at Academic Search who recently retired as president emeritus of Sul Ross State University (TX) after a distinguished 43-year career in higher education. Dr. Kibler discusses courageous leadership, the challenges facing higher ed leaders in the midst of the pandemic, and the importance of honesty, integrity and trust in building strong teams.