Susan R. Pierce

About the Author

Susan R. Pierce is a distinguished higher education leader and author with over four decades of experience in academia and administration. She has served as president of four institutions, including the University of Nebraska and Skidmore College, where she championed innovative governance models and institutional resilience. Drawing from her extensive career, Pierce offers insightful guidance for navigating the complexities of college leadership in an era of rapid change. Her work emphasizes collaboration among boards, presidents, administrators, and faculty to foster thriving campuses. A sought-after consultant and speaker, she continues to influence higher education policy and practice through her writing and advisory roles, advocating for adaptive strategies that ensure long-term success.