Melanie Darrow

1 week ago | agb.org | Melanie Darrow

You are viewing the Institution and Systems version of this CEO Update. An Institutionally Related Foundation version is also available. Shifting federal and state policies, unpredictable funding streams, heightened student activism, and increased public scrutiny are reshaping the higher education operating environment. Scenario planning and strategic advocacy are not optional—they are essential. Higher education leaders must navigate the uncertainty with bold, values-driven leadership.

1 week ago | agb.org | Melanie Darrow

The Institute for Contemporary Art’s Markel Center on Broad Street in Richmond, Virginia. Credit: Virginia Commonwealth University In today’s higher education environment, universities and colleges are advised to constantly communicate with key stakeholder groups. Although this is good advice, we must do more than communicate.

1 week ago | agb.org | Melanie Darrow

Skip to main content This statement was developed in collaboration with university and college presidents and other educational leaders across the country, after national meetings convened by the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) and the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Read the Statement→ Close Menu The owner of this website has made a commitment to accessibility and inclusion, please report any problems that you encounter using the contact form on this website....

1 week ago | agb.org | Melanie Darrow

Depending on the circumstances, a critical question institutional leaders might need to ask themselves is, “have we reached an inflection point?” The ultimate challenge for the governing board, president, and chief financial officer is when the stress testing and benchmark data show significant variance from plan and signal material underlying business risk.

2 weeks ago | agb.org | Melanie Darrow

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