On Becoming a HBCU

By S Keith Hargrove

Does everyone who works at an HBCU have the capacity to LEAD? Are you interested in becoming a Leader at your institution? What exactly is a Leader

These are good questions for you if you are currently working at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU), no matter your position or role. As higher education continues to undergo disruption in so many ways with respect to funding, the value and perception of a college degree, affordability, learning modalities, mental health of students and employees, and leadership, managing tomorrow's university will take more than visionary presidents/chancellors and the guidance and oversight of boards.

To become a Leader, one must accept and agree to a shared purpose for the organization and be an advocate of that purpose in attitude, behavior, communication, and a desire to serve others. The author uses a creative, metaphoric tale to give the reader a bird's-eye view of the various roles of an academic institution.

On Becoming a HBCU Leader provides an introduction to the real purpose of higher education and encourages each of us to develop the skills and become motivated to effect systemic change. Becoming a Leader is more than a position. It is an opportunity to demonstrate concern for others while supporting a collective vision or purpose for the greater good of the organization or institution. This book provides a perspective on recognizing leadership and challenges the reader to become a LEADER.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0997830832
• ISBN13: 9780997830835
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Skh Books
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"