Fresh From the UIA (Higher ed leadership)

M. Brian Blake, President of Georgia State University, discusses how his early private sector career shaped his approach to academic leadership, the guidance and opportunities that he's offering his students, and managing the perceptions around a job well done.

Freeman Hrabowski, retiring President of University of Maryland, Baltimore County, discusses what he's learned over the years, what incoming leaders can expect from the current state of higher ed, and how they can best prepare themselves for the challenges of leadership.

James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education, discusses leadership at the federal level, understanding the perspectives of advocates from outside the government, and the critical details of what it takes to be an effective communicator.

Michael Sorrell, President of Paul Quinn College, discusses adapting to the long haul of the pandemic, best practices for focusing on and pursuing what truly matters to an institution and the ed sector at large, and identifying the path forward that will benefit the most people.

As we look at January as a time for new beginnings to do things differently (or better), the University Innovation Alliance shares the wisdom of nine higher ed leaders. They talk about what inspires them, new initiatives they've started, and how they lead with intention.

Becky Johnson, Oregon State University's Interim President, discusses effectively assuming a leadership role during a pandemic, not being driven by worst-case scenarios, and keeping an eye on the future while handling the current situation.

Joseph Castro, Chancellor of the California State University System, discusses listening to the people who depend on his leadership, the do's and don'ts of decision-making during a crisis, and the need to stay focused on ongoing issues outside of the crisis.

Kristina Johnson, President of The Ohio State University, discusses starting a new leadership job during the pandemic, how to improve public safety on and off campus, and the connection between diversity and opportunity.

We'd love to share our favorite affirmations, shout-outs, and hat tips from college presidents and chancellors who, despite the challenges they experience throughout the year, always seem to lead with gratitude.

Dr. Bridget Burns, Executive Director of the University Innovation Alliance, shares the wisdom of higher ed leaders as they discuss how focusing on self-care and also on their institution, students, and community can rejuvenate them in moments of burnout.