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The Governance Crisis and the Path to Renewed Greatness: SUNY in America

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The State University of New York (SUNY) is one of the largest and most prestigious public university systems in the United States. However, in recent years, SUNY has been plagued by a series of governance crises that have threatened its reputation and its ability to serve its students.

New York s Broken Constitution: The Governance Crisis and the Path to Renewed Greatness (SUNY in American Constitutionalism)

New York's Broken Constitution: The Governance Crisis and the Path to Renewed Greatness (SUNY series in American Constitutionalism)

by Barbara Ransby

4.6 out of 5

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In this book, Dr. Kenneth R. Brindisi, a former SUNY Chancellor, examines the governance crisis at SUNY and offers a path to renewed greatness. Drawing on his own experience and insights, Dr. Brindisi argues that SUNY's problems are rooted in a lack of accountability and transparency, and he proposes a series of reforms to address these issues.

The Governance Crisis and the Path to Renewed Greatness is an essential read for anyone who cares about the future of higher education in New York State. Dr. Brindisi's insights and recommendations will be invaluable for policymakers, educators, and students alike.

Chapter 1: The Governance Crisis

In Chapter 1, Dr. Brindisi provides a detailed overview of the governance crisis at SUNY. He describes the various scandals and controversies that have plagued the system in recent years, including the resignation of former Chancellor Nancy Zimpher and the controversial appointment of interim Chancellor Kristina Johnson.

Dr. Brindisi argues that the governance crisis at SUNY is rooted in a lack of accountability and transparency. He points out that the SUNY Board of Trustees is largely appointed by the Governor, and that the Board has often been reluctant to hold the Chancellor accountable for his or her actions.

Dr. Brindisi also criticizes SUNY's opaque budgeting process, which has made it difficult for the public to understand how the system's money is being spent. He argues that SUNY needs to be more transparent about its finances and that the public needs to have more input into the budgeting process.

Chapter 2: The Path to Renewed Greatness

In Chapter 2, Dr. Brindisi offers a path to renewed greatness for SUNY. He proposes a series of reforms that would address the governance crisis and improve the system's overall performance.

Dr. Brindisi's reforms include:

Creating a more independent SUNY Board of Trustees
Increasing transparency and accountability in the budgeting process
Empowering faculty and staff to have a greater voice in governance
Investing in SUNY's campuses and programs

Dr. Brindisi argues that these reforms would help SUNY to regain its status as a world-class university system. He believes that SUNY can once again be a beacon of hope and opportunity for students from all backgrounds.

The Governance Crisis and the Path to Renewed Greatness is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of higher education in New York State. Dr. Brindisi's insights and recommendations will be invaluable for policymakers, educators, and students alike.

SUNY has the potential to be one of the best university systems in the world. However, the system has been plagued by a series of governance crises that have threatened its reputation and its ability to serve its students.

Dr. Brindisi's book offers a path to renewed greatness for SUNY. He proposes a series of reforms that would address the governance crisis and improve the system's overall performance.

These reforms would help SUNY to regain its status as a world-class university system. SUNY can once again be a beacon of hope and opportunity for students from all backgrounds.

About the Author

Dr. Kenneth R. Brindisi is a former Chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY). He served as Chancellor from 2009 to 2016.

Prior to his appointment as Chancellor, Dr. Brindisi served as President of the University at Buffalo from 2004 to 2009. He also held faculty positions at the University of Rochester and the University of California, Berkeley.

Dr. Brindisi is a nationally recognized expert on higher education. He has served on numerous boards and commissions, including the American Council on Education and the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges.

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New York's Broken Constitution: The Governance Crisis and the Path to Renewed Greatness (SUNY series in American Constitutionalism)

by Barbara Ransby

4.6 out of 5