Student Affairs NOW The Caring University: Reimagining the Workplace after the Great Resignation
Jun 25, 2025
Kevin McClure, a faculty member at the University of North Carolina Wilmington and author of The Caring University, discusses a transformative approach to workplace culture in higher education. He emphasizes the need to prioritize faculty and staff well-being to improve student success. By challenging norms of burnout, he advocates for intentional investment in employee care. McClure also shares actionable strategies for fostering organizational change, encourages collaborative ideas, and highlights the importance of transformational leadership in creating resilient institutions.
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McClure's Burnout Sparks Study
- Kevin McClure experienced personal burnout early in the pandemic while managing work and parenting young children.
- His story inspired him to research and write about workplace burnout in higher education, leading to the Caring University project.
Employee Experience as Key Strategy
- Institutions must make employee experience a strategic priority to meet their goals.
- Marrying talent management with institutional strategy is essential for sustainable success.
Design Policies for Real Humans
- Policies often assume ideal workers without life complexities.
- Designing for real humans with diverse needs fosters a more inclusive workplace.
