Academic Leadership in Higher Education From the Top Down and the Bottom Up [Hardcover]

The rich diversity of offerings in this text reflects the breadth and complexity of challenges in academic administration today. . . .Never, ever underestimate the value of a good and experienced mentor to provide perspective and much-needed balance. In many ways, this collection serves that very role, with a wealth of perspective informed by years of experience and expertise. It is rare to find such a wealth of knowledge in a single volume, particularly one that covers the full range from department chair to president. . . .[T]he most valuable contribution of this volume is that it provides much-needed perspective for the ambitious academic leader, and it does so in very readable fashion via a collection of individual experiences and stories that have a profoundly informal feel. . . .Learn from some of the best in the country. This is not a text that goes on the shelf. It is one that belongs on your desk for easy access and ready reference.Academic Leadership in Higher Education: From the Top Down and the Bottom Up is an excellent compendium of advice, personal experience, and resources and one that is sure to be of use to all levels of academic leaders (prospective and future). Even though the book is made up of leader perspectives from research universities, the advice is not limited to those in research focused settings. Regardless of institution type, the book is a valuable go-to reference and a way to learn from the leaders who share their experience, wisdom, and advice. The book is a handy reference and an excellent way to glean insights from experienced leaders in higher education.Academic Leadership in Higher Education: From the Top Down and the Bottom Up is filled with stories written from the perspective of those who have been in the trenches at all levels of academic leadership.? Lessons about the importance of planning, communication, active listening, honesty, ethics, clear expectations, risk taking, optimism, team building, and life balance are highlilƒ