Eckel, Peter D2023-05-222023-05-222013-11-012018-08-09https://repository.upenn.edu/handle/20.500.14332/35217Takeaways Contrary to many recent headlines of tensions between presidents and boards, the clear majority of presidents report that their boards have a positive impact on the institution, they are satisfied overall with the baord, and they think boards are engaged at the right levels. Understanding higher education better may help to increase board engagement...as well as micromanaging if boards, board leaders, and presidents don't have ongoing conversations about the appropriate role of the board. Presidents and boards must work together to get governance right. Such goals require effort, intentionality, and candor.Originally published in Trusteeship Magazine © 2013 AGB. Available online at: https://www.agb.org/trusteeship/2013/11/what-presidents-really-think-about-their-boardsHigher EducationPolicy and AdministrationCommunity College Education AdministrationCommunity College LeadershipEducationEducational LeadershipHigher EducationHigher Education AdministrationArticle