A Practical Guide to Becoming a Community College President - Hardcover

Valeau, Edward J.; Latiner Raby, Rosalind

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0367530449 ISBN 13: 9780367530440

Publisher: Routledge, 2021

Synopsis

This practical resource helps aspiring leaders demystify the challenges associated with becoming a community college president.

Building on existing scholarship and research related to historical origins of the community college, this book explores the role and function of the presidency, discusses existing demographics and the importance of meeting the needs of a diverse student population, and unpacks the required competencies and leadership challenges related to becoming a community college president.

Including real voices from award-winning and current presidents as well as a step-by-step approach to attaining the position, this is an important resource that speaks to the needs of today and tomorrows’ community college leaders.

About this title

About the Author

Edward J. Valeau, Author, is Superintendent President Emeritus of Hartnell Community College, California, USA.

Rosalind Latiner Raby, Contributing Editor, is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, California State University, Northridge, USA.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0367530449
• ISBN 13: 9780367530440
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 220