Shared governance is a frame of mind. It is an attitude. It is a willingness to make concerted efforts to involve the right players among the trustees, the administration, and the faculty. Only in this manner can we hope to unleash the collective synergy of an ongoing state of truly collaborative efforts.
Shared governance is based on trust.
And trust is built on a foundation of respect. Both trust and respect grow out of authenticity in interpersonal relations with each other. Check this box if you would like this submission to be considered for publication as a letter to the editor in the printed Chronicle. Be sure to include your name and affiliation. Legitimate requests for anonymity will be honored.