Keywords
challenges, long-term viability, student success, student retention, completion
Abstract
Now reopened following the pandemic, each institution is in the process of assessing its impact and adjusting its institutional model to assure sustainability in the future. Returning totally to the ‘status quo ante’ is not a viable option as some repositioning is required. This study highlights three critical elements that inform this process from the perspective of the presidency. First, significant environmental trends and their impact are presented. Upon analysis, improved student success emerges as a critical driving force in repositioning. Second, an overview of successful institutional programs and initiatives that foster a student-centered institution are examined concluding with a construct for a repositing design. Finally, adjustment to presidential leadership strategies to facilitate an institutional repositioning plan are suggested.
Recommended Citation
Ruch, Charles P.; Coll, Kenneth M.; and Ruch, Cathleen B.
(2023)
"Presidents and Student Success: Repositioning to a Student-Centered Institution,"
Journal of Research on the College President: Vol. 7, Article 3.
https://doi.org/10.54119/jrcp.2023.070102
Available at:
https://scholarworks.uark.edu/jrcp/vol7/iss1/3
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