What’s Your Why: Advice from Higher Ed Leadership

Building Transformative Institutions: A Conversation with President Robert Iuliano

In this episode, Gettysburg College President Robert Iuliano shares his story -- a lifelong dedication to higher education shaped by his parents, who were first-generation college graduates and teachers. Iuliano discusses transformative power of engaging with different perspectives and shares his advice on how to make informed decisions that align with your core values.

Trailblazing Leadership: President White on Empowering Student Success on Campus

Dr. Lori S. White is DePauw University's trailblazing 21st president. She became the first woman and person of color to lead the institution in 2020. President White, a passionate advocate for student success, has over 40 years of experience in higher education. In our conversation, she discusses the importance of fostering an inclusive campus culture through free expression and respectful dialogue and gives career advice on remaining open to new opportunities throughout your journey.

Building Resilience: President Anita Thomas on The Power of Reflection

Dr. Anita Thomas is North Central College’s 11th president, as well as the first woman and first person of color to lead the institution. Thomas is a researcher, renowned scholar and psychologist. In our conversation, she shares her advice on how to be present and build resilience and emphasizes the importance of taking time for reflection.

Preparing Global Leaders: A Conversation with President Mike Magee

Mike Magee is the president of Minerva University, a global community dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers. Before his current role, Magee was the founding CEO of Chiefs for Change, a non-profit organization supporting leaders of many of the nation’s largest K-12 public education systems. In our conversation, Magee reflects on the need to create racially and economically diverse school environments and the importance of helping students build skills for civil discourse.

Opening Doors: A Conversation with President Jo Allen

President Jo Allen is the first alumna to lead Meredith College, one of the largest private colleges for women in the United States. She was named the 8th president of the institution in 2011. In our conversation, President Allen shares her thoughts on the small things all great leaders do and the importance of empowering the next generation of women through leadership, mentorship and institutional support.