Most academic leaders inherit student academic surveys as a process rather than a strategy. Surveys arrive at predictable times, generate familiar reports, and are often filed away after a quick review. Yet, when taken seriously, they are one of the few mechanisms that allow institutions to listen to students at scale. They offer not only feedback on individual courses but also a continuous stream of insight into how students experience teaching, curriculum, and institutional practices across an entire campus.
Ted Lasso’s Playbook for Higher Education Hiring Practices
The Emmy-winning Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso (2020–) has not only taught us that football is life; it reminds us that leadership can make a significant difference in sport and
Katie Fischer and Deborah Erickson
July 7, 2025