Higher education institutions today are under pressure to meet the demands of a wide variety of stakeholders, including state governments, employers, the local community, and students themselves. Consider how an institution can reaffirm its mission and use it as a guide when approaching change.
Post your thoughts on how multiple stakeholders can share a common or divergent vision when it comes to institutional change. What are the benefits and challenges of listening to and considering the demands of all stakeholders? How can institutional leaders use an understanding of their institution’s mission to prioritize and respond to these demands?