According to an analysis by Inside Higher Ed, the racial reckoning of 2020 resulted in colleges and universities hiring a greater number of Black and other nonwhite leaders for president and chancellor roles. With 10 past participants receiving presidencies or chancellorships, the AGB Institute is a contributing leadership pipeline for the hiring trend.
The AGB Institute’s Midterm Symposium took place in September, providing an opportunity for the cohort members to interact in person and participate in live panels with in-person and virtual faculty.
The AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance has announced the selected participants for the class of 2021.
“Talent Talks” with Hunt Scanlon asks Drs. Rod McDavis and Nancy Zimpher: What impact would you like to see the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance make? Why should aspiring higher education presidents attend?
“Talent Talks” with Hunt Scanlon asks Drs. Rod McDavis and Nancy Zimpher: Are women and people of color well represented in higher education leadership positions? Why do you think that is?
“Talent Talks” with Hunt Scanlon asks Drs. Rod McDavis and Nancy Zimpher: Tell us about the AGB Institute for Leadership & Governance in Higher Education. Why did you create the program and how does it speak to these trends?
“Talent Talks” with Hunt Scanlon asks Drs. Rod McDavis and Nancy Zimpher: What trends are you seeing in the higher education sector related to leadership and the Presidency specifically?