Starter Kit: New to the Dean's Role

What does it take to be a dean? You must understand the personalities and culture of a place; know when to take the lead; and always have a sense of humor. Those are tips from “Becoming a Dean,” the essay that kicks off Starter Kit: New to the Dean’s Role. It’s solid advice and one of the many lessons you’ll get from this booklet, which is geared toward new deans or those who strive to be one. The booklet, which is a collection of Chronicle essays and articles, includes:

• Tips for how to get started in the dean's role
• Advice on how to work with faculty to get them to trust you
• An in-depth look at how the role of the dean is changing under new pressures
• Ways to resolve disputes on campus
• Managing tips on communications
• Real-world examples of deans who have recovered from setbacks

Get this Starter Kit collection today to become an effective dean.

Date: June 8, 2018
Pages: 32
Digital file size: 2.1 MB