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ESG Powering Sustainable Business Models in Higher Education
September 02, 2021 - In the age of low interest rates and tightening public spending, universities were already turning to the bond market for financing. But, like so many other trends, this one was vastly accelerated by the pandemic, which put a further squeeze …
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Increase Confidence Heading into the Academic Year with a Renewed Focus on Risk Management
August 10, 2021 - It’s Summer 2021 and we are heading into a new academic year with many emotions: excitement, trepidation, confidence, hope. I expect the 2021/2022 academic year to bring all these to a heightened level.  As a mother of a graduate student, …
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There Are Big Changes in College Athletics: Is Your Board Ready?
August 09, 2021 - This blog post is part of the Board Responsibilities for Intercollegiate Athletics Toolkit, which includes a host of resources that help boards define roles and responsibilities, contend with emerging issues, and manage risk. To say that intercollegiate athletics in American higher education …
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CEO Update
AGB President & CEO Update: Board Leadership and Independent Thought
We have recently been bombarded with stories about college and university boards being pressured by external groups. Public officials, policymakers, donors, alumni, and others are, in unprecedented ways, seeking to influence board and institutional decisions about hiring, tenure, and curriculum—matters …
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Inaugural Meeting of Council of Finance Committee Chairs: Different Sectors, Common Financial Concerns
July 29, 2021 - AGB’s newly formed Council of Finance Committee Chairs held its first meeting virtually in July 2021. Below are the takeaways from this event. This new council aligns with AGB’s mission to empower college, university, and foundation boards and board members to …
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Let’s Talk about the Consolidation Era in Higher Education
July 26, 2021 - In this era of consolidation, there are key pathways to prosperity, such as mergers and affiliations, to guide you and your board as you analyze what is best for your institution’s future.
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The Importance of Communication Between Board Chairs and Presidents
July 14, 2021 - AGB’s Council of Board Chairs met virtually in June 2021 and was joined by a panel of presidents from AGB’s Council of Presidents. Below are the takeaways from the engaging conversation at this event.
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To divest or not to divest? We believe that’s the wrong question…
July 13, 2021 - Under pressure to divest but concerned about the potential investment impact? Learn about how using material ESG characteristics instead can help you incorporate relevant ESG considerations into your portfolio while maximizing the return potential of your portfolio.
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CEO Update
AGB President & CEO Update: Your Board Professional is a Strategic Asset
As I begin my third year leading AGB, I want to recognize that board professionals—designated as the primary individuals who staff governing boards—are vital assets to strategic board leadership.
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When Should a President Step Down? Leadership Transition Planning for Higher Education
June 30, 2021 - Transition and succession planning should be part of the ongoing work of the president and board.
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      • Ask Insightful Questions and Listen with an Open Mind
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