Career Journeys of Diverse Leaders in Higher Education: Climbing the Rough Side of the Mountain

This book explores diverse leadership development through the stories of ten retired presidents and chancellors who have made significant contributions to higher education. It highlights the non-traditional paths to senior leadership and discusses issues of justice, equity, and inclusion. The book is a valuable resource for leadership classes, workshops, and book clubs, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and aspirations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 238 pages
Publication date: 03 June 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the diverse journeys of ten retired presidents and chancellors, who have made an indelible impact on higher education. With a rich multicultural background, each chapter tells a personal story of transformation and triumph, highlighting the various non-traditional paths to senior leadership. Hailing from both private and public, two- and four-year institutions across the United States, these trailblazers showcase that excellence knows no bounds. Contributors reflect on the struggles and engagements with racialized ethnic realities and growing awareness of gender inequities. Discussion questions provide rich ground for meaningful engagement in book clubs, leadership classes, workshops, and institutes, prompting readers to delve into the depths of their own experiences in confronting justice, equity, and inclusion. Filled with captivating narratives that touch on the common threads of shared values and invaluable life lessons, this book is a testament to the power of inspiration and motivation for those considering or dismissing their aspirations to achieve leadership roles in higher education.

Weight: 384g
Dimension: 150 x 229 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032669632