‘Strong Integration’: Adaptive change as a survival strategy in higher education
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In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, change is often viewed with caution. Traditions run deep, and the roadmaps to success are well-trodden but slow to adapt. But at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University (CSB and SJU), we’ve embarked on a journey that challenges the norm. Our approach isn’t just about restructuring—it’s about reimagining the future of higher education itself.
I accepted the role of the first-ever joint president of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University in central Minnesota because it felt bigger than the job description. The rich histories of these two schools combined with the high stakes of higher education made it feel like a calling—a vocation—to join them as they took a bold step for their future.
Originally published: June 11, 2024
Author: Brian J. Bruess
Position: President
Institution: College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University
Published by: University Business