The Sandbox

In honor of Labor Day, we have someone who wants to tell you how to do your job. 

Huge thanks to everyone who has supported this quirky newsletter for the past year, especially the presidents and chancellors who have written such honest pieces for us (for no credit, no money, and no self- or institutional promotion).

What does a college or university president look like?

Everyone has worked on revising policies, but is that enough to prepare for what might be a bumpy ride in the fall?

Sometimes it works out, sometimes it doesn't, and sometimes it just gets really weird.

"One student told me when she was feeling frightened or isolated, she would walk by our house just to remind herself this was a safe campus."

How do you know if your closest staff members are telling you the things you don't want to hear (but need to know)? 

How does a leader know when it's time to leave a presidency—and what comes next?