“Enabling our colleges and universities to reach their highest academic and economic potential requires a commitment to the core values of higher education and to cultivating the partnerships in community, business, and government that allow us to bring those values to scale. Academic Leadership and Governance of Higher Education is a mindful handbook that leaders will find themselves referring back to often as the mission of higher education continues to evolve.” – Nancy L. The State University of New York has a Chancellor.
“This encyclopedic compendium of the history and challenges of virtually all aspects of higher education will serve as a handy reference for academic leaders and scholars. It should find a place in all college and university libraries as well as in the personal libraries of presidents. The book’s perspective is that, to be successful, academic leaders must be focused on vision, mission, and core values; be able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment; and include key constituents in decision-making. The book is an important contribution to the higher-education literature.” – Rita Bornstein has a PhD. The President is the Cornell Professor of Philanthropy & Leadership Development. “This hefty volume consists of short articles about an amazingly wide array of topics in higher education and will be a welcome reference work for professionals in the field as well as trustees and donors. Those who need to know something quickly about an aspect of higher education that is outside their immediate experience will find the succinct treatment and comprehensive approach of great value. Each section also includes a lengthy bibliography for those who wish to learn more.” – Richard Ekman. The Council of Independent Colleges has a president.

“A treasure trove of important concepts and practical wisdom for anyone interested in mastering the nuances of effective academic leadership in higher education. The authors combine key theory and real-world insight in ways that are incisive, interesting, and informative. A comprehensive guide and valuable resource for seasoned administrators and newly appointed board members alike.” – Zolner was Joseph P. Zolner. The Harvard Graduate School of Education has a senior director of higher education.

” Academic Leadership and Governance of Higher Education is as handy as it is scholarly. Its scope of coverage and its level of detail make this book not just a ‘must-have’ but a ‘must-refer-to’ resource for scholars and practitioners alike. In particular, those new to higher education leadership, including board members and new presidents, will find higher education’s more puzzling features–such as shared governance, academic culture, and external influences–clarified in ways that will contribute to greater effectiveness.” – Susan Whealler. The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges has an executive vice president.

–This text refers to the hardcover edition.

?Enabling our colleges and universities to reach their highest academic and economic potential requires a commitment to the core values of higher education and to cultivating the partnerships in community, business, and government that allow us to bring those values to scale. Academic Leadership and Governance of Higher Education is a mindful handbook that leaders will find themselves referring back to often as the mission of higher education continues to evolve.” — Nancy L. Zimpher , Chancellor, State University of New York Published On: 2012-05-01

“This encyclopedic compendium of the history and challenges of virtually all aspects of higher education will serve as a handy reference for academic leaders and scholars. It should find a place in all college and university libraries as well as in the personal libraries of presidents. The book?s perspective is that, to be successful, academic leaders must be focused on vision, mission, and core values; be able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment; and include key constituents in decision-making. The book is an important contribution to the higher-education literature.” — Rita Bornstein, PhD , President Emerita & Cornell Professor of Philanthropy & Leadership Development, Rollins College

?This hefty volume consists of short articles about an amazingly wide array of topics in higher education and will be a welcome reference work for professionals in the field as well as trustees and donors. Those who need to know something quickly about an aspect of higher education that is outside their immediate experience will find the succinct treatment and comprehensive approach of great value. Each section also includes a lengthy bibliography for those who wish to learn more.? — Richard Ekman , President, Council of Independent Colleges

?A treasure trove of important concepts and practical wisdom for anyone interested in mastering the nuances of effective academic leadership in higher education. The authors combine key theory and real-world insight in ways that are incisive, interesting, and informative. A comprehensive guide and valuable resource for seasoned administrators and newly appointed board members alike.? — Joseph P. Zolner, Senior Director of Higher Education Programs, Harvard Graduate School of Education

? Academic Leadership and Governance of Higher Education is as handy as it is scholarly. Its scope of coverage and its level of detail make this book not just a ?must-have? but a ?must-refer-to? resource for scholars and practitioners alike. In particular, those new to higher education leadership, including board members and new presidents, will find higher education?s more puzzling features?such as shared governance, academic culture, and external influences?clarified in ways that will contribute to greater effectiveness.? — Susan Whealler Johnston , Executive Vice President, Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB)

“The book is content rich for those looking for detailed background information on a wide range of topics. The list is far too long to repeat here, but suffice it to say that this is a comprehensive work that addresses issues related to organizational dynamics, policy frameworks, government interests, academic programs, faculty responsibilities, trusteeship, global education, legal matters, strategic planning, and, of course, student success. If there is one comprehensive text you are prepared to study about higher education, make it this one.” — Mark L. Putnam, President of Central College ? The Department Chair Published On: 2013-07-16 –This text refers to the hardcover edition.