Unapologetic Leadership Thought: Not Debating the Name of the Office Just Advocating for the Work to Continue

by ghubbell | Sep 15, 2023 | Thoughts

Around the country, institutions of higher learning are having conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) offices, programs, and initiatives since they are under attack. According to the Chronicle of Higher Education’s data,...

Unapologetic Leadership Thoughts: Making Black Student Success Week – This Isn’t a Moment, it’s a Movement

by ghubbell | Sep 8, 2023 | Thoughts

The term “equity” (I prefer the term “racial equity”) reverberates throughout academia, and yet, the practice remains elusive for far too many institutions. But words become actions, ideas manifest as tangible events, and change unfolds as we mobilize. Today, I invite...

Unapologetic Thoughts: The Public Confidence in Higher Education

by ghubbell | Aug 31, 2023 | Thoughts

While on social media the other day, I saw a meme with the caption: “Found A College Diploma at Goodwill.” This image has been on my mind lately as I continue to wonder how much confidence potential learners have in higher education and, particularly for me, community...

Unapologetic Leadership Thoughts: Managing the Increased Demands of Being a Leader

by ghubbell | Aug 24, 2023 | Thoughts

I have been a community college Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for over 12.5 years and am the 12th longest-serving CEO in the California Community College system. Yet, I am still learning about what it takes to do this job. I know that I don’t have all of the answers...

The Realist Thought: Don’t just talk about it, be about it.

by ghubbell | Aug 21, 2023 | Thoughts

One of the most profound lessons I’ve learned in my journey as the President of Compton College is the importance of genuinely immersing oneself in supporting greater racial equity in higher education. We hear the word “equity” and “racial...