In this conversation with EdUp Provost host Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Jessica Riddell discusses the importance of hope in leadership within higher education, emphasizing that hope is an active practice rather than a passive stance. She explores the challenges faced by academic leaders, the need for a shift from scarcity to abundance, and the role of students as truth tellers in navigating systemic change. Dr. Riddell also imagines a new paradigm for universities, termed 'Hope University', which focuses on co-creation and inclusivity in educational practices.
Takeaways
- Hope is not a soft concept; it is expansive enough to hold despair.
- Toxic positivity can erase the discomfort necessary for transformation.
- Provosts and academic leaders must model abundance and generosity.
- We need to change our narratives from scarcity to abundance.
- Hope University would prioritize co-creation and inclusivity.
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