Leadership Theory and the Community College

One of the most well-known professional development parables is the story of a rookie lumberjack who is a phenom when first let loose in the forest. Many trees fall but as the days add up, the new lumberjack cuts fewer and fewer trees. Frustrations mount and our lumberjack considers quitting. Only when a seasoned colleague…

Men of Color and the Community College

When higher education thinks about better and best practices in supporting student completion, the academy knows what moves the needle. High impact practices, such as learning communities and writing-intensive courses, always help.  Strong academic and student services supports always make a difference. For students of lesser means, enhanced financial support and wrap-around can aid retention…

More Advice for Presidents

Looking for an early stocking stuffer for a new community college president? Or maybe you are interested in building out your library of books for college presidents? As I prepared for my transition to a community college presidency I read widely, though not necessarily wisely. It is difficult to know in advance which advice might…