The College President

"The College President" by Charles Franklin Thwing offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the multifaceted role of the university leader. Written by a seasoned educator and university president, this work delves into the various responsibilities, personal qualities, and professional challenges inherent in governing a higher education institution. Thwing explores the president's relationship with the faculty, students, board of trustees, and the broader community, providing a foundational look at the evolution of academic administration during a transformative era.The book serves as both a practical guide and a philosophical reflection on the importance of leadership in shaping the intellectual and moral character of a college. From financial management and curriculum development to public relations and the maintenance of academic freedom, Thwing covers the essential components of the office with clarity and authority. For readers interested in the history of education or the development of the American university system, "The College President" remains a valuable resource that captures the complexities of educational governance and the enduring ideals of academic excellence.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 362, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press