DeKalb County has a program called Leadership DeKalb. It has been around for 40 years. Every year, it picks 60 people from different jobs. These jobs include business, teaching, government, and more. The goal is to help them become better leaders. The latest group is called the Class of 2026. Some well-known people are in this group. For example, there's a police ch...
The Citadel's football team is making waves in the Southern Conference, and their recent game against Western Carolina shows just how far they've come. Sure, they lost 45-38, but that score doesn't tell the whole story. The Bulldogs are no longer the same team they were three years ago when they went winless. Now, they're a squad with heart, resilience, and a clear d...
Rose Fass, a 76-year-old business veteran, has a unique story to tell. She's not just any business consultant; she's the brains behind fassforward Consulting Group, a company that's helped some of the biggest names in the game, like SpaceX and Chick-fil-A, grow and succeed. But let's rewind a bit. Fass didn't start at the top. She began her journey at Xerox in 1977,...
The Leadership Tree Model is a unique way to think about developing leaders in schools and colleges. It's based on ideas that promote fairness and social justice. The goal is to create learning spaces where everyone feels included and can think deeply about what they're learning. This model sees leadership as something that happens between people, not just from one p...
Peer mentoring programs are all over the place. They happen in schools, colleges, and even in some workplaces. These programs pair up students or colleagues to help each other out. The mentees usually get the most attention. They are the ones who get the direct help. But what about the mentors? They often develop some serious leadership skills. However, there is a la...
Military medical training has always been tough. It's not just about learning medical stuff. It's about being ready to lead in high-pressure situations. This is where the ACME Teaching Assistant program comes in. It's all about learning by doing. Students get to teach their peers and use simulations to practice. This helps them become better leaders, adapt quickly, a...
Imagine a world where everyone's story is heard and valued. That's the power of media praxis, especially for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in higher education. These platforms are more than just tools; they're gateways to empowerment and leadership. Think about it. When BIPOC students, faculty, and staff share their experiences, they're not ...
As the Women's Giving Circle holds its annual Education Event, it's time to reflect on the impact of our words. Does language really hold the power to transform our professional relationships and drive leadership? What if the way we communicate is the key to unlocking true potential? Imagine being able to navigate even the most challenging conversations with ease, k...