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Deans Counsel


95: Jim Ellis on His Journey of Insights
In Ep. 95, Former USC Marshall Dean Jim Ellis steps into the guest seat to share insights from his new book, A Journey of Insights: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy, covering active listening, decisive leadership with imperfect information, and building institutional pride.
Sep 292 min read


88: Stanley Ikenberry Reflects on a Lifetime of Academic Leadership
In Ep. 88, the late higher education luminary Dr. Stanley Ikenberry joins the Dean’s Counsel to share timeless wisdom on leadership, talent and accountability.
Jun 42 min read


75: Ian Williamson on Preparing for the Future of Work
Episode 75 A peer-to-peer discussion with the Dean of the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of California-Irvine. Are graduates ready for the future of work?
Jan 31 min read
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