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An Activist-Scholar

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Title: Professor, Communication Arts, University of Wisconsin-Madison; and Director, Asian American Studies Program, University of Wisconsin-Madison Tenured: Yes Age: 40 Education: B.A., mass communication, Indiana University; and Ph.D., media studies and Asian studies, Pomona College; M.A.,

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Cultivating a Culture of Connection and Care for the Changing Terrain

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Perspectives and expectations based on work from home that began during the COVID-19 pandemic spawned changes in communicating, teaching, and engaging. Added to the work-from-home ethos is a changing culture as younger generations move into senior leadership positions. In-person relationships are being displaced by virtual engagement.

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Helping Student Parents

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

communications, Hood College; M.A., communications, Hood College; and D.O.L., organizational leadership, Hood College Career mentors: Dr. Olivia White, Hood College, and Margaret Latimer, Montgomery College Words of wisdom/advice for new faculty members: “One thing that has been incredibly valuable to me has been deep trust in myself.

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How to Keep Your Team Engaged

Steve Keating

Effective Communication: • Regularly communicate with your team. Encourage open and transparent communication. Leadership Development: • Invest in leadership development programs. Effective leadership fosters a positive work environment and sets the tone for employee engagement.

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Life: Navigating Unanticipated Adversities

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

It takes fostering an open door for communication and keeping students and professors informed about mental health resources available to them. Roueche Center for Leadership Development, Department of Educational Leadership, College of Education, Kansas State University. Dr. Margaretta B.

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Developing Future Leaders

Steve Keating

Some qualities to look for include: Strong communication skills The ability to motivate and inspire others A clear vision for the future The ability to think strategically and make decisions The ability to work well under pressure The ability to build relationships and collaborate with others Create a leadership development program.

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How to Retain Key Employees

Steve Keating

Maintain open and honest communication with your employees. You’ll likely be surprised how many issues can be resolved through truly open communication. When in doubt communicate. Then communicate some more. Invest in leadership development programs to prepare potential future leaders within your organization.