Trusted Voices explores the complex intersection of leadership and communication in higher education. Each episode, hosts Teresa Valerio Parrot and Erin Hennessy chat with university presidents, industry thought leaders—and each other—about the latest news in the industry and the challenges and opportunities facing those in the most visible roles in higher ed.
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Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Teresa and Erin are back, recapping their conversation with Vincent Rougeau, president of the College of the Holy Cross. Rougeau’s path to a college presidency represents what may be becoming a new norm, as more college presidents come from untraditional places. Whereas provosts often ascended to the presidency, more and more are coming from student affairs, institutional advancement, and even avenues outside of higher ed. It all shows that, as the demands of these roles evolve and change, boards of trustees are increasingly willing to think differently about the skill sets required of candidates. And Rougeau’s career path is indicative of that, and his openness and honesty are also emblematic of a new kind of college leadership.