The #IlliniLeader's Digest

A digital space for ILC stakeholders to learn and voice their perspectives about leadership...

This post by Graduate Assistant Alina Stetsuk, reflects on insights from 35 Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say, emphasizing the gap between intent and impact in everyday communication. Drawing on personal and professional experiences, it explores how well-meaning comments can unintentionally create exclusion. Using a reflective lens, the post highlights the importance of self-awareness, listening, and continuous growth in developing cultural competency in higher education and beyond.

What is diverse leadership and why do we need it anyway? In this post, we go over what it means to be a diverse leader, how to promote diverse leadership in your organization, and why it is necessary in the first place.