Academic Search February 2023 Newsletter

February 2023

Acknowledging the History of Black History Month

As we celebrate Black History Month, our Vice President for Equity and Inclusion and Senior Consultant Dr. Carlos N. Medina recognizes the sacrifices, struggles, and extraordinary achievements made by African Americans throughout our history while also acknowledging that the struggle is not over and there is still much to be done.

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Chief Diversity Officer: The Toughest Job You Will Ever Love

Regardless of background, for a Chief Diversity Officer to be truly successful, the new leader must be strategically and purposely positioned and supported with the appropriate resources and funding. Dr. L. Jay Lemons and Dr. Carlos N. Medina dive into how CDOs and similar roles face many challenges but also see great rewards as they influence the DEI landscape of higher ed.

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Six ways to keep diversity, equity, and inclusion at the forefront of onboarding

A successful search does not end at the identification, selection, and announcement of the appointee. Transition and onboarding of candidates is critical, particularly with candidates from underserved populations who serve as pioneers at the institutions they now lead. Dr. L. Jay Lemons and Dr. Shirley Robinson Pippins share how organizations can strengthen their onboarding.

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The Changing College Presidency and How Executive Coaching Can Help

There is no doubt that the college presidency is unlike any executive office in the corporate or non-profit sectors. Presidents are faced with headwinds related to social, technological, and political factors, as well as declining public perception of higher education.

In their article, Dr. Steven E. Titus and Dr. Chris Groscurth review the external and internal forces that are exerting change on the college and university presidency and reflect on how executive coaching is helping presidents navigate the changing nature of the presidency.

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Conferences

National Association of Independent Colleges & Universities Annual Meeting & Advocacy Day:

Dr. L. Jay Lemons, President, and Dr. Steven E. Titus, Vice President and Executive Coaching Practice Leader, joined members of private higher education institutions for the annual meeting. This event serves as a great opportunity for leaders to make their voices heard.

Rising to Our Times 2023 Annual Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities Meeting

Association of Catholic Colleges & Universities Annual Meeting:

Senior Consultants Dr. Scott Flanagan and Dr. Suzanne K. Mellon attended the ACCU annual meeting. Scott shared remarks during the Senior Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officers Pre-Conference, which was sponsored by Academic Search.