What It Takes to Restore Trust on Campus

When trust between faculty and administrators breaks down, the consequences ripple across a campus. Morale suffers, collaboration stalls, and students ultimately feel the impact.

In today’s higher-education climate — marked by financial strain, political pressure, and demographic change — institutions cannot afford the cost of broken trust.

Building Trust, a new report from The Chronicle, provides practical guidance to help leaders repair relationships, rebuild credibility, and foster healthier, more productive dynamics on campus.

Drawing on expert analysis and real-world examples, this report highlights how trust can be restored through consistency, transparency, and a shared sense of purpose.