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	*March 31, 2010*

Downsides of diversity When inviting those of different racial, ethnic, national, religious, and professional backgrounds to a board, it's possible for the majority to sabotage the effectiveness of the newcomers without even meaning to. Read more... Controversy over selection of a new president With minimal input from faculty or alumnae, the trustees of the College of New Rochelle have chosen a new president. She has no advanced degree, but much experience at the school and a strong financial background. Is this a problem? Read more... Got any young board members? How young is the youngest member of your board? Read more... What's your school's story? Each school has stories of its founding years, charismatic leaders, the golden era, and the dark times. These narratives spark the imagination and help us make meaning of our present times. Read more... Private giving declines The Chronicle of Higher Education and Inside Higher Ed recently reported on a new study of private giving to colleges and universities, and the news was sobering. Read more... More news and comment for leaders in theological education Visit the In Trust Blog homepage...	Member-only benefit: Sign into www.intrust.org to search back issues of In Trust magazine or listen to our audio files on the president and board chair relationship.
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