What McLaren Taught Me About Leading a University
As a McLaren supporter, watching this season has been a joy. But what really stayed with me was Andrea Stella’s reflection on leadership. https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/andrea-stella-on-leadership-and-the-most-satisfying-part-of-mclarens-f1-success/10751132/ Asked about the most satisfying part of winning, he didn’t mention podiums or points. Instead, he spoke about …
Learning Isn’t Easy. And It’s Not Meant to Be
A recent piece in Times Higher Education raised a concern that deserves attention. As AI becomes more common in universities, we risk something important. Not a loss of control or academic integrity—but a loss of purpose. Learning isn’t supposed to be easy. …
Not Everything That’s Asked For Should Be Given
One of the realities of higher education is that students arrive with very different expectations. Some are focused on the long-term. Others are trying to get through the next step. Some want a full experience. Others are simply looking for a recognised …
To Teach is to Prompt Reflection
Good teaching isn’t about transferring knowledge from one person to another. It’s about encouraging the learner to pause, to re-examine and sometimes to rethink what they thought they already knew. That kind of education isn’t always easy. It asks students to reconsider …
City Centre Conversations: Supporting Informed Student Decisions.
Last weekend, the wonderful team from Euro University of Bahrain (EUB) spent three days at The City Centre Mall speaking with prospective students and their families. I found it a rewarding experience. Conversations ranged from academic goals to future careers, from financial …
