Peter Eckel

Peter Eckel and Kandi Wein discuss their views on why university leaders are burning out and how to reverse it in a joint op-ed

The program’s faculty includes a cadre of sought-after leaders in the field who live around the globe—from South Africa to the U.K.—and are able to come together in one classroom, thanks to technology.

Penn GSE's Global Higher Education Management program is preparing the next generation of university leaders to thrive in a rapidly changing, interconnected world.

This year’s theme, “The Leadership Moment,” addressed significant challenges in the field, from the enrollment cliff to school mergers and acquisitions and speech freedom.

Peter Eckel argues that colleges should adapt chemistry programs to align with current student interests, such as sustainability, rather than closing them, to stay competitive and relevant.

Peter Eckel writes that University presidents must actively collaborate with faculty and faculty governance bodies during a crisis to ensure the best outcome for the institution.

Peter Eckel says that specialized schools that survive will be those that can find a niche and develop a pipeline of students in the near-term.

Peter Eckel describes John Fry's previous track record of establishing long-term plans and goals for institutions, and expects that he will do the same for Temple. He also emphasizes Temple's importance in the region and its' need for a competent leader.

Peter Eckel explains the various shapes that agreements to acquire specific assets of the University of the Arts could take.

It’s more important than ever for school leaders to collaborate closely with their institution’s board of trustees.

Peter Eckel notes the exceptional nature of governance problems at North Idaho College, stressing that institutions cannot endure under poor governance. He highlights the pivotal role of board-president relations, which were notably strained at the college, impacting its operational effectiveness and accreditation status.

Peter Eckel highlights the importance of effective collaboration and open communication between university presidents and their boards to address the evolving challenges within higher education.

Books by Peter Eckel, Sharon Ravitch, and Karen Weaver explore a wide range of topics including university systems in former Soviet republics, successful leadership mindsets, and the money and politics behind college athletics.

Peter Eckel suggests the impending decline in U.S. college enrollment is due to a shrinking traditional college-age population, driven by lower birth rates and reduced immigration.

Peter Eckel explores the evolution of governance choices in post-Soviet universities. He discusses four distinct governance models that have emerged across the region, emphasizing the need for flexible and context-specific governance structures to meet the diverse needs of higher education institutions in these countries.

Peter Eckel calls for college leaders to rethink strategic planning to ensure their institution thrives in the face of the pandemic and technological changes.

With a shared interest in designing more effective and inclusive learning strategies, Penn GSE and Anant National University hosted three dozen international educators for the Future of Learning International Design Collaborative March 28–30 in Ahmedabad, India.

Peter Eckel and Aida Sagintayeva virtually brought together higher ed leaders from across 15 time zones to talk about a way forward.

Peter Eckel, an expert in higher education administration, argues that the challenges of the pandemic may offer boards an opportunity to evolve in ways that will be beneficial in the long term.

Peter Eckel, an expert on higher education management governance, warns that due to the pandemic, higher education may face a shortage of leadership.

Peter Eckel said the pandemic has given colleges a chance to reevaluate their summer offerings and other scheduling matters. “The pandemic has raised a lot of questions about long-held traditions about how to deliver higher education,” he said. “The academic calendar is one of them.”

Peter Eckel said, “Part of the challenge is the complexity of the issues that university boards are facing. There is also a degree of unpredictability regarding short-term challenges, like enrollment and finances, endowments and financial resources, but also safety and security in the future. We don’t know if there’s going to be a new normal, a next normal, or return to normal.”

Penn AHEAD brought together administrators from across the country to discuss how pandemic has affected their schools, and how they are evaluating their future.

Peter Eckel and Turab Rizvi write that higher education institutions are well positioned to lead efforts beyond campus borders by advancing experts and their expertise, sharing excess capacity, and supporting community needs.

Peter Eckel suggests that for transformational change to occur, institutions must challenge underlying assumptions, behaviors, processes, and products.