Call for Chapters: Tools and Techniques for Aspiring College Presidents

Editors

Quincy Martin, Governors State University, United States
Deborah Baness King, Governors State University, United States
Matthew Cooney, Governors State University, United States

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: July 21, 2024
Full Chapters Due: September 15, 2024

Introduction

The role of a college president is one of the most demanding and influential positions within the higher education landscape. As institutions face increasing pressures from financial constraints, technological advancements, diverse student needs, and global competition, the need for dynamic, innovative, and effective leadership has never been greater. Tools and Techniques for Aspiring College Presidents seeks to address this need by providing a comprehensive guide tailored for those who aspire to lead colleges and universities. This book will serve as an essential resource, bringing together insights from seasoned college presidents, higher education administrators, scholars, and experts from various fields. It aims to equip future leaders with the practical tools, strategies, and perspectives necessary to successfully navigate the complexities of higher education leadership. By drawing on real-world experiences, case studies, and cutting-edge research, this volume will offer valuable guidance to those preparing for the unique challenges and opportunities of the college presidency.

Objective

The primary objective of this book is to equip future college presidents with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the challenges and opportunities of leading a higher education institution. Each chapter should provide actionable insights, case studies, or best practices that aspiring college presidents can apply in their careers. The editors aim to create a practical and accessible guide that addresses the multifaceted nature of higher education leadership.

Target Audience

This book is intended for a diverse audience, including: • Aspiring and emerging leaders in higher education • Current administrators seeking to advance to presidential roles • Academic professionals interested in leadership positions • Graduate students and scholars in educational leadership programs • Consultants and practitioners working in higher education management By bringing together contributions from thought leaders and experts in the field, Tools and Techniques for Aspiring College Presidents will serve as an essential resource for those looking to make a significant impact in higher education leadership.

Recommended Topics

• Becoming a President • The Presidential Search Process • Nontraditional Pathways to the Presidency • Leadership and Presidential Preparation Programs • Continued Professional Development for College Presidents • Setting Academic Priorities • Building the Faculty • Building the Administration • Supporting the Student Body • The President and the Governing Board • The President and Town-Gown Relations • The President and Enrollment Management • The President and Fundraising and Alumni Relations • The President and Crisis Management • The President and Strategic Planning • The President and Institutional Budgeting • The President and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • The Community College Presidency • Top Issues Facing College Presidents • Onboarding of College Presidents • The Hiring and Firing of Presidents • The Presidential Exit Strategy • What College Presidents Need to Know

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before July 21, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by August 4, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are expected to be submitted by September 15, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Tools and Techniques for Aspiring College Presidents. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.



Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.



Important Dates

July 21, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
August 4, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
September 15, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
October 9, 2024: Review Results Returned
November 3, 2024: Final Acceptance Notification
November 10, 2024: Final Chapter Submission



Inquiries

Quincy Martin III Governors State University QMartin@govst.edu Deborah Baness King Governors State University dking9@govst.edu Matthew Cooney Governors State University MCooney@govst.edu

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