Starting a new program at a large comprehensive institution of higher education can be a daunting but rewarding task. This program took place in the College of Education at an institution with more than 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The university is located about 25 miles west of Philadelphia and has a dedicated Literacy Department. The Literacy Department created a coaching endorsement program focused on literacy and based on the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s guidelines for a coaching endorsement.
How Leaders Shape, Signal, and Build Cultures: A Discussion Guide for Academic Leaders and Their Teams
Among the many desired traits most prized in academic leadership, the ability to shape (or reshape) institutional culture is sometimes overlooked in favor of fiscal acumen, the ability to drive
Lisa Jasinski
May 4, 2026