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Transforming Teaching Evaluation: Aligning Evaluation with Academic Values by Valeria Dominguez, Adrienne S. Lavine, and Kem Saichaie A core mission for any college or university is teaching, yet evaluation systems often fall short. UCLA's Holistic Evaluation of Teaching initiative shares one institution's story of reimagining how teaching is assessed, recognized, and strengthened. WANT TO ADVERTISE HERE? How To Serve as a Professional Reference by Christy Pratt and Rob Springall Serving as a reference for others is our chance to give back, and pay it forward, to our professional network. But what does it really require to be a helpful and effective reference? From Obligation to Opportunity: A Supervisor's Guide to More Meaningful Performance Evaluations by Jennifer Laney Performance evaluations are often seen as outdated and ineffective, yet many colleges and universities still require them. For supervisors, they offer a chance to turn these conversations into meaningful moments that support growth and clarify expectations. Experienced Higher Ed Talent 74% of job seekers have 5+ years of higher ed experience. Connect with candidates who know higher ed. Learn More. WANT TO ADVERTISE HERE? Doubling Down on Doubling Down: Taming Ego for Better Leadership by Daniel B. Griffith Do you find yourself doubling down in instances when it would be better to reverse course? It can be hard to admit you've made a poor decision, but there are consequences for doubling down. Featured Executive Positions Vice President for Finance, Chief Financial Officer North Central College in Naperville, Illinois As the College's chief financial strategist and senior financial advisor to the President and Board of Trustees, the VPF/CFO provides analysis, insight, and guidance to support institutional decision-making. Learn more. Vice President of Academic Affairs Green River College in Auburn, Washington The successful candidate will lead the development of programs and services to ensure the college can meet or exceed its intended outcomes through appropriate planning, staffing, tools, motivation, and overall support. Learn more. President Sinte Gleska University in Mission, South Dakota The President serves as the chief executive officer of the University and is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and advancement of the institution. Learn more. Associate Provost and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina This senior administrator provides leadership and strategic direction for all dimensions of student life and works collaboratively with the Provost and Chancellor to ensure institutional accountability. Learn more. View All Executive Jobs Appointments Texas College Announces Dr. SherRhonda Gibbs As Its 24th President May 1, 2026 Bryan Cain, Ph.D., Appointed Endicott College's Eighth President April 29, 2026 Gen. Frank McKenzie Selected As 21st President of the Citadel April 29, 2026 View All Appointments Around the Web Higher Ed May Have a Way To Prove ROI With This Data Partnership Forbes (April 24, 2026)   Here Are 4 Big Ways Colleges Are Reinventing Themselves University Business (April 22, 2026)   Capacity vs. Innovation: Addressing the Mismatch in Faculty Support and AI Demands The EDU Ledger (April 6, 2026) Did you like this issue of our newsletter?

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