Leading With Empathy and Purpose: A Conversation With Ann Cudd, President, Portland State University

Bridget Burns, CEO of the University Innovation Alliance, and Sara Custer, Editor-in-Chief of Inside Higher Ed, speak with Ann Cudd, President of Portland State University, on the Innovating Together Podcast. President Cudd talks about receiving vs. acquiring knowledge, inspirational UIA leaders, navigating student protests, the everyday importance of gratitude, and how her values align with her institution. Topics include:

• The curiosity and discoveries that drew her to an academic career in philosophy
• What good decision making looks like
• Balancing student concerns with overall campus safety
• How leaders can and should maintain a sense of purpose
• Portland State’s motto: “Let knowledge serve the city.”

Tune in to learn how it’s possible to lead an institution with empathy and purpose.