Presents results from a study of community college leadership, conducted to examine interactive leadership relationships between college presidents and the principal internal governance groups with which they work. Presents a model linking leadership style, group situation, and leadership effectiveness. Discusses implications for the future. (DMM)

Describes a study conducted at 2 community colleges to determine the contribution of the board-administrator relationship to effective management in 12 selected areas (i.e., goal-setting, planning, policy, financial management, professional development, communications, evaluation, state relations, fund raising, property transactions, discipline,…

Presents findings from a survey of 106 former California community college presidents regarding their preparation for postpresidential life, feelings toward their former college and its trustees, lifestyle differences, professional status, and activities. Offers recommendations for retired, current, and aspiring presidents. (DMM)

Outlines the roles of the Board of Trustees, representing community needs, and the community college president, selected for his leadership abilities in employing human and financial resources. Concludes that their interaction depends largely on characteristics of the president, including the ability to foresee consequences of an action; and to…

Discusses what faces the new community college president, what will be expected of him by the board of trustees, the faculty and the community, and the personal traits he needs to establish understanding and rapport with these groups. (AYC)