The College and University Presidency

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Explores the role of the most senior campus leader, with attention to the various types of non-profit colleges and universities in the U.S. As chief executive, the president or chancellor is ultimately accountable for the academic, extracurricular, athletic, student life, and residential experience, while assuring that the physical plant and facilities, campus safety, technology and information services, administrative operations, and legal affairs are well-managed and maintained, and that the needs of students, faculty, staff, and trustees are addressed. The president is also responsible for fiscal success, donor and alumni relations, marketing and communications, community and government relations, and for guiding a campus through crises. As the institution’s primary advocate, spokesperson and cultural steward, they build relationships with a wide array of constituents, and set and guide progress toward the mission, vision, and strategy for this complex, dynamic organizational system. Examines how presidents are selected, how they successfully navigate the nuances of their multi-faceted roles, and how to work with a president in any campus role.