Relationships Over Resumes: Why Personal Connections Are the Key to HBCU Success
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In a world where tech bros, reality TV stars, and media moguls are being tapped for leadership positions in the federal government, it’s become increasingly clear that relationships often outweigh traditional qualifications. This is not a critique of the current administration’s cabinet selections—it’s a vivid reminder of what scholar Anthony Abraham Jack often says: it's not just what you know or who you know, but who knows you and how well they do. Simply put, relationships matter. Always have, always will.
Originally published: February 6, 2025
Author: Walter M. Kimbrough
Position: Interim President
Institution: Talladega College
Published by: Diverse Issues in Higher Education