"In the 4th edition of the Resource Handbook for Academic Deans, ACAD members have once again assembled a wealth of invaluable information that every academic leader should have in their library. From timely topics such as equity and social justice, to the timeless topics of accreditation and succession planning, colleagues from across the country share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to make the job of serving as a dean feel a little less lonely and a whole lot easier."?Thomas W. Meyer, President, Blue River Campus and Online Campus, Metropolitan Community College"This comprehensive and timely volume offers practical advice, insightful leadership principles, and inspiration from authors with deep experience as academic deans. It is an outstanding source of support for those who have taken on this challenging role."?Marjorie Hass, President, Council of Independent Colleges and author of A Leadership Guide for Women in Higher Education
"Whether one is a veteran academic administrator or one just appointed, there is much to learn and absorb in this volume. The mix of practical advice, philosophical contexts, and reminders of why we do this important work speaks to all university administrators. Academic leadership has become increasingly challenging in recent years with enrollment declines, budget cuts, and the pandemic, but the Resource Handbook gives us the confidence to plunge into the work."?Bonnie D. Irwin, Chancellor, University of Hawai'i at Hilo
"There is no map for thriving as a dean, but this handbook offers an essential guidebook and compass for the journey. Both informed and inspired, it is above all humane in presenting the purpose, practice, and privilege of a dean's good work."?William J. Craft, president, Concordia College, reviewing a previous edition or volume
"Academic deans, both new and seasoned, will benefit enormously from this collection of ruminations by experienced and successful academic leaders on the issues that are most prominent and often most vexing for those who enter the arena of academic leadership. For newcomers to the deanery, this handbook will be an eye-opener; and for veteran deans, a helpful reminder of both first principles and best practices."?Richard Ekman, president, The Council of Independent Colleges, reviewing a previous edition or volume
"ACAD meetings and electronic communications are marked by collaboration and by sharing means for encouraging faculty and student success. The handbook exemplifies that spirit of collaboration as members articulate their candid and helpful recommendations for enhancing work with faculty and students."?Scott E. Evenbeck, president, Stella and Charles Guttman Community College, reviewing a previous edition or volume
"ACAD has created an extraordinary resource for the entire postsecondary community. For new and seasoned deans alike, the ACAD handbook offers a wealth of generous, wise, and practical guidance. Presenting lessons learned both from lived experiences and from organizational scholarship, the handbook will help deans succeed in their myriad essential roles."?Carol Geary Schneider, president, Association of American Colleges and Universities, reviewing a previous edition or volume
