leadership

Apr 8, 2021

Leading with Dignity

At the recent International Ombuds Association (IOA) annual conference, we heard an excellent keynote address focused on dignity. Presented by Dr. Donna Hicks, from the Westford Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, she explained that there are three simple truths that guider her work around “dignity.” We all want to feel that we matter. When… 

Jun 22, 2020

Building Connections in Your Online Meetings

Oct 25, 2016

How Can the Faculty Ombuds Help From a Leader’s Perspective ?

  As I meet faculty leaders across campus and explain the role of the NC State Faculty Ombuds, I ask them to think in terms of – What can the Faculty Ombuds do for you?  Specifically as it relates to leaders, let me explain. Recently in a meeting with faculty leaders, I asked for a show of hands –…