Why Building Trust Is Central to Colleges’ Success

When trust exists between faculty and leadership, campuses are stronger: Institutions can respond more quickly to challenges, faculty feel empowered to contribute their expertise, and students benefit from a more stable, collaborative environment.

But building that trust is no simple task. Leaders must communicate clearly, invite faculty input, and handle difficult decisions with transparency and care.

Building Trust, a new report from The Chronicle, offers guidance to help administrators and faculty members work together more productively. Drawing on expert analysis and real-world examples, this report shows what trust looks like in practice and explores how to cultivate it on your campus.