This is a great time for individuals aspiring to the community college presidency. According to the 2012 American College President Study by the American Council on Education, in 2006, 47 percent of community college presidents were 51 to 60 years old and only 37 percent were between the ages of 61 and 70. More than five years later, 51 percent…

This publication represents a complete guide to crafting well-written, comprehensive contracts for hiring and retaining successful presidents. The author's timely and practical book covers what it is like to be a college president today; the basics of a good contract; terms of appointment; expectations, assessment, and evaluation; compensation and…