As academic leaders, we are under so much pressure to deliver—enrollment targets, strategic plans, graduation rates, AI policies, and on and on—that we can lose sight of what our students and institutions need to thrive. The good news is that this “secret ingredient” is free, nimble, and evidence based. Our research suggests that human relationships are key to students’ academic success and personal well-being. And the benefits extend to faculty and staff too.
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Developing Departmental Work Culture with Remote Faculty
With the expansion of online programs in higher education, department faculty who work remotely can feel disconnected from their institution and from each other. While online learning brings flexibility to