The Leadership Educator Podcast

In this episode, Dan and Lauren hear from Management Teaching Review Co-editors Dr. Kerri Anne Crown and Dr. Gordon Schmidt . First, Gordon and Kerri provide background on how they’ve continued to focus on providing evidence-based teaching strategies that can be applied to management courses and other disciplines. Next, they explain the variety of submission areas to ensure the journal covers a br...

The Leadership Educator Podcast commemorates its 100th episode with a special conversation with Dr. Jackie Bruce , Editor of the Journal of Leadership Education . In this episode, the theme of relationship-building research emerges as Jackie, Dan , and Lauren share how they've connected with other scholars through the content of the publication. Jackie shares how mentors suggested she take on the...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren talk with Dr. Jennifer S. A. Leigh and Dr. Melanie Robinson from the Journal of Management Education . The editors share their insights on the skills and experience needed to lead the collaborative journal editing process, how mentors tapped and helped them develop in their roles, and the community they are building through management scholarship. Resources mentione...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren hear from Drs. David Rosch , Editor-In-Chief, and Danielle Desawal , Associate Editor, from the Journal of Campus Activities Practice and Scholarship , about leadership education scholarship and resources in the journal. The group discusses everything from brainstorming topics for research to what constitutes a strong reviewer.

In this episode, Dan and Lauren are joined by New Directions for Student Leadership special issue co-editors Dr. Lindsay J. Hastings , Clifton Professor of Mentoring Research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Dr. David M. Rosch , Associate Professor of Agricultural Leadership at the University of Illinois. Hastings and Rosch recently edited NDSL issue #175, released in the Fall of 2022, an...

Dan and Lauren kick off Season 8 with a preview of their sessions with scholars, editors, and reviewers of leadership education research. They talk about the leadership research agenda, the process for writing and submitting a manuscript, and the opportunities and challenges with publishing. Editors share secrets to their publications, while scholars discuss how they collaborate with others to add...

In the final episode of Season 7, Lauren and Dan recap their learnings from the semester. They share the expected and surprising responses from three months of discussion with those researching and experiencing mentoring and mentorship in leadership education.

In this episode, Kelsey Hirsch and Drs. Summer Odom and Lori Moore discuss their article “An Examination of the Impact of Peer Mentoring on First-Generation College Student Peer Mentors’ Development of the Five Practices of Exemplary Leaders” in the Journal of Leadership Education . The group examines the research, including some dialogue about the feedback from first-generation college student me...

In this episode, Dr. Matt Sowcik joins the podcast to discuss the increasing need for humility in leadership. Together, we explore the complex relationship between leadership and humility and how leadership educators can enact the practice in teaching and programming.  Check out Matt's book:----more---- The H-Factor: The Intersection Between Humility and Great Leadership    

In this episode, Dan and Lauren learn more about the research on mentoring in higher education, specifically with Ph. D. students in leadership development programs. Dr. Jonathan Orsini shares insights from his co-authored article with Dr. Natalie Coers titled, "Leaders and Scholars: How Faculty Mentoring Behavior Influences the Development of Leadership Self-Efficacy" . During the episode, Jonath...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren hear stories from Dan's mentor Dr. Jody Conway, a former higher education professional and instructor, and current President of Full Circle Coaching of Tampa Bay . Jody discusses her mentors and philosophies for coaching graduate students and professionals. One of the secrets she shares in this episode is to recruit advisors who can see the potential in all students...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren are joined by Drs. Gordon Schmidt and Sy Islam to discuss their recent publication, Leaders Assemble! Leadership in the MCU. During the discussion, Gordon and Sy shared how the project started and the MCU movies they used to explore mentoring, leadership transitions, and other topics. Some of the resources in this episode include: ----more---- Leaders Assemble! Lead...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren reflect on the 2022 International Leadership Association (ILA) Global Conference with Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Dr. Susan Komives . She is one of four honorees this year as part of the ILA's Leadership Legacy Program , which honors individuals who have made a significant lifetime contribution to the field of leadership through their published works and influ...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren reflect on the 2022 International Leadership Association (ILA) Global Conference with Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Dr. Barbara Crosby . She is one of four honorees this year as part of the ILA’s Leadership Legacy Program which honors individuals who have made a significant lifetime contribution to the field of leadership through their published works and influe...

In this episode, Dan converses with Drs. John Banter and John Egan about the most recent issue of New Directions for Student Leadership, "Games in Leadership Learning" . The issue focuses on integrating games into leadership courses and programming. The special issue co-editors share the research behind the push for using games in leadership learning, including the high-risk, high-reward concept. ...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren meet with Lauren's mentor, Dr. Wanda Lewis-Campbell . Wanda shares her entrance into Student Affairs and the powerful impact Phyllis Marshall had on her becoming an empowered leader in higher education. The trio discusses advice for keeping students at the center of your work in college.

In this episode, Drs. Kathy Allen and Bill Smedick share how a chance meeting at NACA and a follow-up phone call started a nearly 40-year mentor-mentee relationship. Both discuss a deep appreciation for nature and evolution and how their shared values and passions contribute to the communities of practice in leadership education. Note: Bill Smedick appeared in episode #18 with Melanie Bullock. The...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren chat with Drs. Audrey Murrell and Stacy Blake-Beard , co-authors of Mentoring Diverse Leaders , as they share insights from their research on mentoring. Both emphasize the power of professional relationships in the workplace and how effective peer mentoring can be.  

In this episode, Dan and Lauren discover the genesis of the mentoring relationship between Drs. Susan R. Komives and J ohn P. Dugan . Susan and John share details from their first meeting at the University of Maryland, College Park, and how they continue supporting each other's professional and personal lives. All discuss how serendipity plays a role in connecting with mentors and colleagues and t...

Welcome to Season 7! In this episode, Dan and Lauren introduce the theme for the Fall 2022 season of the podcast. The focus will be on mentoring in leadership education. The topic is essential as higher education faculty, staff, administrators, and students need even more support during the disruptive times we've experienced. In the preview, Dan and Lauren share their current teaching schedule, re...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren discuss topics related to student leadership in engineering with New Directions for Student Leadership special issue co-editors Drs. Meagan R. Kendall and Cindy Rottmann . Meagan and Cindy share how this issue came to fruition and the critical need for more scholarship in engineering leadership studies. All discuss how the concepts in the articles can apply to engin...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren hear from ILA Leadership Education Academy co-chairs Dr. Kerry Priest and Rian Satterwhite . The group discusses the foundations of the program designed to improve teaching and programming for leadership educators. Lauren shares her experience as a participant last year; Kerry and Rian provide insight on the planning process; and Dan revisits the process of creating...

In this episode, Dan and Lauren discuss critical takeaways from teaching in higher education guests this season. Both share their experiences teaching during the Spring 2022 semester, where they fell short with this season, and a big project on the horizon. This is the last episode of the teaching in higher education season. Click here to register for the 2022 ILA Leadership Education Academy!

In this mini-episode, Lauren shares three ways she integrates new learning into her teaching practice. She outlines the benefits of discussing ideas with fellow educators and what her CliftonStrengths talent themes taught her about brainstorming.

In this episode, Dan and Lauren invite Dr. Kathleen Gabriel to share her work, helping others understand and develop high school and college students. During the discussion, Gabriel offers ideas for leadership educators seeking to connect and engage with students in the classroom. In addition, she explains the ideas and strategies she applied in teaching high school and college students.  Check ou...