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Your success is overwhelmingly inspirational.

To accept and appreciate the wrong pronunciation / accent for the Spoken English Learners from the beginning is the right and the most effective method to teach and learn English to speak rapidly and fluently! Because the accent or right pronunciation issue of teaching or training culture in language learning is in fact the prime cause to create shyness, fear and disappointment among the learners and ultimately destroy their desire and dream to learn speak English and it also true for the learners of any other foreign languages are taught through English! Whereas the more languages a person will learn, the more that person could beyond the border without barrier! Again the more languages a person if be learnt; the more knowledge, wisdom, informative, competent and sensible / smart Leader would that person be!  

Why would someone want to be a college president? Melody Rose, NACD.DC, Ph.D. shares her thoughts and provides some great advice in this article, which was recently published in The Chronicle of Higher Education. Key takeaways: 💚Appreciate the hidden pleasures of the job. 💪Understand how to find strength in crises. 😁Seek out the joy in the work. Enjoy! #collegepresidents #higheredleadership

🎓 Join us in celebrating Dr. Chad Bushman, the latest recipient of National American University's prestigious 'Best in Class' Faculty Award! 🏆 Dive into our latest blog post to learn how Dr. Bushman's innovative teaching methods and unwavering dedication are reshaping the educational landscape at NAU. Don't miss out on this inspiring story! Read More: https://ow.ly/YTek50Rr1Vg #TeachingExcellence #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #NAUAwards"

Six lessons for incoming university presidents: The most effective university presidents use the first six to 12 months of their tenure to renew and reinvigorate the institution. Six actions could set them up for success. http://dlvr.it/T3mM9X

Do you have the right incentives in place to encourage the culture & behaviour your institution needs? Or have you just been getting lucky that people go above and beyond? It is so important that we take the time to celebrate the tireless student success champions among us. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Other campuses should take note: who has provided critical internal leadership but never been appreciated publicly? Take a page from Virginia Commonwealth University leadership (Fotis Sotiropoulos & Michael Rao) and make intentional steps to recognize people going above and beyond so you continue to build the culture your students need.

🖥️ Our recent #webinar ‘How to Support Success in Faculty Affairs: Introducing the Faculty Affairs Institutional Readiness (FAIR) Model’ provided attendees with immediate take aways like: - High-level definitions of what the remit of #FacultyAffairs is and what the role of leadership should be - Relationship building and stakeholder buy-in, how creating a feedback channel can inform processes and perceived departmental value - How the #FAIRmodel can help drive the success of Faculty Affairs departments and the institution ▶️ See what other success drivers Faculty Affairs departments identified as promoting sustainability and impact within their field. Watch the on-demand recording: https://buff.ly/3TEQ7JI #webinars #highered #edtech #interfolio #elsevier #conferencesandevents #webcast #faculty #facultyinformationsystem #FIS

Reflecting on the culmination of another academic year, I'm compelled to take a moment to share some reflections and express my heartfelt gratitude. By the end of this academic year, I had the immense honor of being re-elected as the Senate & Assembly Chair at Hawaii Pacific University for a second term. I am filled with gratitude for the trust and confidence placed in me. This opportunity to continue serving our esteemed faculty is a responsibility I cherish deeply. In higher education, shared governance isn't merely a concept—it's a cherished principle, ensuring every voice is heard and valued. Through inclusive decision-making, we tap into the collective wisdom to drive positive change and foster excellence. During my first term as the Faculty Senate & Assembly Chair at HPU, I've seen firsthand the transformative power of inclusive leadership and collaborative decision-making. By embracing diverse perspectives and fostering open dialogue, we can tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and advance the missions of our institutions. For me, Shared Governance is not just a concept; it's a guiding principle that I hold dear. Coming from the smallest college within our university, receiving re-election for a second term holds profound significance for me. Being elected by colleagues from all colleges and disciplines represents more than just an appointment by a superior—it speaks to one's character, leadership, and dedication to the collective faculty voice. It speaks volumes about the trust and respect my peers have placed in my leadership, transcending college boundaries. It's a testament to the value they see in my leadership approach and commitment to shared governance, proving that hard work and dedication know no bounds. This reaffirms the principles of inclusion and opportunity that drew me here. I'm deeply grateful for and humbled by the trust and confidence bestowed upon me, and I remain committed to serving my colleagues with integrity, empathy, and unwavering dedication. It's a responsibility I cherish deeply. #Leadership #HigherEducation #SharedGovernance #FacultySuccess #HPU #Gratitude #TeamWork #InclusiveExcellence

From rankings to research, academics, competitions and engagement, this month's column is full of achievements by College of Business students, faculty and staff. Read the list: https://ow.ly/WlbK50R9pv9

Check out our piece in the Journal of International Students with Yasemin Irvin-Erickson!