In the current climate of disruption and uncertainty on our campuses and in the US, we need some joy. We need to remember the excitement and wonder that our students feel when things go well, when they find their passion, and when they feel that they unlock the secrets of their disciplines and engage in the true, deep learning that comes from their own hard work—aided by the guidance of committed faculty members. We need to lean into these moments and consider how we might foster them in our institutions and our faculty members’ classrooms.
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
