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U of Houston removes social justice–focused dean of social work

Inside Higher Ed

This, he said, became controversial among the school’s senior faculty, eventually leading to his ouster by an interim provost. Dettlaff said that research expenditures also grew under his leadership, meaning that other issues are at play—namely his stance on abolition.

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2023 Year in Review

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

I am deeply invested not only in what Harvard is today but also what its leadership means for the future.” The renowned economist and former president of the London School of Economics also took on the position of Professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia. Harvard is where I found my intellectual home.

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Strategic Presidential Communication in Higher Education: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 192 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Erin Hennessy

The Change Leader, Inc.

Enhancing Leadership Communication Skills Enhancing leadership communication skills in higher education leaders involves cultivating advanced media relations and public speaking abilities. Proactively addressing potential issues demonstrates foresight and leadership that can help to regain trust in higher ed institutions.