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Title: The Balance of Power: A Contemporary Framework for Enhancing Shared Governance in Higher Education
Language: English
Authors: Roger Ward, Leandra Cate (ORCID 0000-0002-6627-3074)
Source: New Directions for Higher Education. 2026 (213):43-50.
Availability: Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 8
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Power Structure, Governance, Higher Education, College Administration, Decision Making, Stakeholders, Efficiency, Accountability, Academic Freedom, Inclusion, Role Perception, Audits (Verification)
DOI: 10.1002/he.70018
ISSN: 0271-0560
1536-0741
Abstract: This analysis explores power allocation within traditional shared governance models at colleges and universities, focusing on who makes which decisions according to classical theories as well as through evidence from real-world leadership. Examining existing governance structures, roles, and responsibilities of various stakeholders, this study offers a new paradigm for sharing and distributing decision-making power in higher education. The analysis will address how power distribution affects institutional efficiency, transparency, and academic freedom. Recommendations will be provided for enhancing collaborative decision-making processes while maintaining a balance of power to ensure sustainable and inclusive governance.
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Entry Date: 2026
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