Entries by Ashley Hunter

Announcing Dr. S. Georgia Nugent as AALI President in Residence

Dr. S. Georgia Nugent joins the American Academic Leadership Institute (AALI) as the 2025–2026 President in Residence. A nationally respected leader and devoted advocate for the liberal arts, Dr. Nugent brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished record of leadership in higher education to this role.

Leadership Renewal Starts with Intention

Leaders across higher education are being asked to do more with less, often while setting aside their own professional and personal growth. When we neglect well-being and renewal, we risk burnout, disconnection, and mission drift. This resource offers a range of practical ways to support leadership renewal for yourself, your team, and emerging leaders at your institution.

A Guide to Effective & Strategic Cabinet Retreats

Effective leadership teams leverage annual cabinet retreats to enhance capacity building and ongoing learning. These retreats are an opportunity for a president to invest in their team, clarify expectations, deepen relationships and collaboration, align and commit to institutional priorities, and build a plan and momentum for the year ahead. Presidents who approach cabinet retreats intentionally and strategically can expect heightened team dynamics that lead to a more sustained and focused impact.