Dennison debates university presidential roles Lindsey Rhynard Montana Kaimin Theories on modern university presidents and their roles collided in friendly debate between President Dennison and University Faculty Association President Bill Chaloupka Thursday.
Most presidents come to the position without much experience but a desire to make a difference.
Dennison said that university presidents face a major challenge in relating their vision to the change and continuity of a university institution. Chaloupka's ideas differed, as he said forces that change a university should shape a president's agenda. It suggests a unified category that might not hold up under scrutiny. Chaloupka also explained major developments in the modern university system. They have moved towards non-legislative sources as well as become mass institutions that have played an important role in diversity.