July 30, 2004

The Authentic, and Effective, College President

By RITA BORNSTEIN

When the University of Hawaii Board of Regents publicly fired Evan S. Dobelle after just three years as president, reports suggested it was the result of his partisan political involvement, his lack of consultation about new initiatives and expenditures, and his inattention to fund-raising commitments he made when hired. All presidents face the challenge of balancing their personal inclinations with the best interests of their institutions.

Candidates for a presidency, once they have

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