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President moves: One U.S. Rep, one alumna make for big-time hires

Some college boards are choosing unconventional candidates for the president position to grant it a fresh pair of eyes and a bold new direction. 

Here are 5 ways leaders can implement AI at the highest rungs of an institution

A new report from Complete College America outlines how AI can be implemented in a governed framework with viable checks and balances to ensure its responsible use and maximized potential.

Narcissistic presidents linked to “deterioration” in performance, study shows

From burdensome financial risks to "empire-building" strategies," a bombshell British study published on Research Policy reveals narcissistic leaders crave the limelight for fandom— at the expense of the institution over which they preside.

President moves: Shake-up in Louisiana moves two leaders. This Virginian leaves the West Coast

Two University of Louisiana System leaders have changed the state's dynamic in the past two weeks as they pursue new opportunities within the state's framework, which has drawn some pushback.

President moves: Tried and true academics take charge

College presidents come in all shapes and sizes, but these last two weeks illustrate institutional boards' confidence in hiring academics with battle-tested experience in higher education.

How interim college presidents can find success in a school’s state of transition

In honor of the late "Temple icon," it's important to reflect on what makes a strong candidate for the interim leader position, especially in the midst of their increased need due to decreased president tenures. 

President moves: Why community members are opposed to 2 leaders stepping down

Of the four college and university presidents whose run will end by the end of the academic year, only one is retiring on satisfying terms. The three others have sent shockwaves through the community.

President moves: Resignations and early retirements reigned in July

The average tenure among the six presidents to step down or retire in this list is three and a half years, a starkly shorter timeline than the 5.9-year average ACE reported in its annual president survey.

President moves: This Latina chancellor is CSU’s answer, plus 2 more exceptional hires

Each of these three presidents is a "first" upon their hire, either as their respective school's first Hispanic, Latina or female leader.

Presidential opinion: Why leading in ambiguity is the new norm

Anyone who thinks we will thrive by returning to the old way of doing things is wrong. Today, it is clear that about 70% or more of the university president’s job is leading in ambiguity.