Research Report
2024 Voice of the Dean Survey: Inaugural Executive Brief
A distinctive annual survey, designed to give university deans insight into the experiences and perspectives of college leaders at research universities across North America
EAB’s Voice of the Dean Survey gathered responses from deans nationwide to jump-start essential conversations for college leaders in the year ahead. We asked deans from schools of Arts & Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Nursing & Health Sciences, among other disciplines, what they are facing in 2024, what’s changed over the past year, and what they think the future holds for higher education.
Download our inaugural survey brief to discover initial insights from deans on:
- Personal experiences and outlook
- Perspectives on key issues and current priorities
- Opinions on current trends in higher education
- Pressing questions for their peers
- Advice from seasoned deans to their new-in-seat colleagues
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