E112: Leslie Durham: Competitive, Optimistic, Calm, Storyteller, Leader Incarnate

In this episode Eric interviews Leslie Durham, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Boise State University in Boise, ID. Leslie describes her role as the storyteller-in-chief, advancing the work of scholars, learners, & creators. As a middle manager, she utilizes techniques from theatre (e.g., story arc) to navigate conflict. Growing up in a professorial household prepared her for the academic world, especially competitiveness. Listen for the importance of a mechanical bull, Boggle, and more.

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