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From Competency to Resilience: Navigating the Complexities of College Presidencies

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With the turnover numbers ticking up, those who aspire to a presidency may be asking themselves what professional development opportunities and experiences can best prepare them for a solid fit and long tenure. We are only a few weeks into the fall semester, and already the leadership coming and going lists are growing.

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Pushing to No Longer Keep Meredith College a ‘Best-Kept Secret’

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

From the creation of advising and professional development programs to the construction and renovation of several campus facilities, Allen’s tenure has proven fruitful. From 2012 to 2018, Meredith also carried out its largest fundraising campaign yet, raising more than $90 million. Under her watch, Meredith has blossomed.

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Dougherty Family College’s Investment in Student Success Pays Off

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

They have access to financial aid counselors, college persistence counselors, and a life coach, and are placed into paid internships after they finish a professional development course. I spend a lot of time fundraising. DFC students receive a free laptop, textbooks, a bus pass, and 10 meals a week. Staff were everywhere.

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Three ways institutions can increase gift-giving in 2024

University Business

Colleges and universities interested in ramping up their fundraising and donation targets must update their strategies to meet pace with a digitized age, according to a report from Salesforce. Now may be the perfect time to ramp up fundraising strategies. As the U.S. As the U.S. Fleming Puckett.

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Succession planning: How to find a community college president

University Business

Leaders who are familiar with the needs of the college and the surrounding region can be highly effective in supporting fundraising and friend-raising due to previously established relationships with community leaders and donors. Known entities ensure stability, enhance trust and have a much shorter on-ramp.

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Fostering Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

He describes his current work as “being a thought leader, resource person and a fundraiser, a person looking at innovative ways to implement some of our programs and activities that we provide for students at UCLA.” In addition to directing the AAP, Alexander is associate vice provost for student diversity.

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Supporting Your Social Media Manager in an Impossible Job

Campus Sonar

On the flip side, they also have moments of pure joy when they make a valuable connection with their audience through content or conversation, when they can tie their work to an enrolled student or fundraising goal met, and when they gather with industry colleagues at professional events. Provide professional development for your team.

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