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Memo to a Search Committee.
Strider, Robert L. – AGB Reports, 1981
Some qualities to look for in a new president are identified, including educational leadership; commitment to excellence and academic freedom; administrative experience; organizational talent; a capacity for diplomacy; patience and a sense of humor; the ability to talk persuasively; and breadth of view, tolerance, generosity, openness, and…
Descriptors: Administrator Characteristics, Administrator Qualifications, Administrator Role, Administrator Selection
Profile of Effective College Presidents.
Fisher, James L.; And Others – AGB Reports, 1988
A two-year study of the characteristics of effective college presidents resulted in a profile that shows significant differences between effective and representative administrative styles. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Characteristics, Administrator Qualifications, Administrator Role, Administrator Selection
Pave the Way for New Presidents.
Scarlett, Mel – AGB Reports, 1990
Twelve provocative statements concerning the college president's role, the selection process, and the board's responsibilities toward the institution and the administration are presented as material for discussion during the presidential search. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Role, Administrator Selection, Board Administrator Relationship
Presidents: Make Your "Honeymoon" Productive.
Nichols, David A. – AGB Reports, 1991
The new president should know that his success depends on his vision of what constitutes good teaching, competent management, excellent personnel, effective promotion, and above all, outstanding service to students. Proactive efforts during the first 100 days give the administrator the best chance to build momentum for the institution's future.…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Board Administrator Relationship, College Administration, College Presidents
How to Evaluate Campus Executives.
Seldin, Peter – AGB Reports, 1988
Ten guidelines for successful administrator evaluation programs based on current research and interviews with campus administrators are presented. They concern the evaluation's purpose and approach and the role of the administrator in the process. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Evaluation, Administrator Role, College Administration, Cost Effectiveness
The Dilemma of College Merger.
Chambers, Gail S. – AGB Reports, 1983
College mergers have taken many forms and created a variety of legal relationships. Suggestions for those new to the experience include these: informed personal leadership of trustees and presidents may be crucial; difficulties should be recognized from the outset; and the process should begin with studied choice and in friendship. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, College Planning, Governance, Higher Education
Policy vs. Administration.
Nelson, Charles A. – AGB Reports, 1982
Confusion and conflict between college administration and policy formation are discussed. A reformulation of trustee, administrator, and faculty responsibility is proposed in which policy-making and implementation are shared, in varying proportions according to institution size and type, and in which the administration is encouraged to formulate…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Administrator Role, Board Administrator Relationship, College Administration
Taking Stock of Your Campus.
Thompson, Hugh L.; Priest, Douglas – AGB Reports, 1989
The responsibility of the college president is to hear all voices, solicit opinion broadly, and help formulate policies that benefit the entire campus. A comprehensive review should be undertaken to help the board decide on campus priorities. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Board Administrator Relationship, College Planning, College Presidents
Massaging the Body Politic.
Schwartz, Michael; Poorman, Paul A. – AGB Reports, 1992
Trustees and other officials of state higher education institutions should understand their role in the legislative process, including respecting and understanding the political process; working closely with the institution's lobbyist, knowing your limits and advantages, monitoring public opinion, understanding campaign contributions,…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Governance, Government School Relationship, Higher Education