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3.7 Equity of Voice with Shanna Jackson

Episode Summary

In this week's episode, guest expert, Shanna Jackson, President of Nashville State Community College in Nashville, Tennessee. joins us to talk about her leadership style, recommendations for those seeking a presidency and strategies for achieving equity of voice. We wrap up with our takeaways from the conversation. Feel free to share your thoughts and responses with us on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook and tag us @university_of_venus on IG and @UVenus on Twitter or post it on our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/UVenus/ and we will share, retweet, and amplify! Find University of Venus on Instagram @university_of_venus , Twitter @UVenus , and Facebook http://www.facebook.com/UVenus/

Episode Notes

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

Leadership challenges during the COVID-19 global pandemic, economic downturn, and racial and social unrest.
Supporting students, faculty, and staff during this time.
Balancing safety and wellness on campus.
President Jackson's evolving leadership style.
Having the right people in the room and the importance of equity of voice.
Strategies for achieving equity of voice and getting more people to speak up.
Advice for those interested in a college presidency.
The importance of sponsors and mentors.

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Music Credits: Magic by Six Umbrellas

Sound Engineer: Ernesto Valencia