Courageous Leadership

The Power of Brave Hearts and Bold Action to Change Higher Education

In today’s evolving world, leadership demands more than strategy and vision—it requires courage: the courage to face uncertainty, uphold our values, and lead with empathy and integrity. Join CampusWorks CEO & Chief Evangelist, Liz Murphy, as she launches our Courageous Leadership Project, a commitment to fostering a culture of bold, values-driven leadership at every level.

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The Call to Courage

What does Courageous Leadership mean to you?

We believe at the heart of higher education’s evolution lies Courageous Leadership—bold, ethical actions that challenge the status quo to foster innovation, equity, and student success. These trailblazers drive meaningful change and build resilient, future-ready institutions.

In celebration of this revolutionary work, CampusWorks is excited to launch the Courageous Leadership initiative, and we want to hear your inspiring stories. Have you witnessed or experienced a moment where someone took a brave stand to create positive change in higher education? Whether it’s a colleague, a mentor, or your own courageous act, we invite you to use the form below to share stories of bold and impactful leadership. Imparting these uplifting accounts will inspire and encourage others, showcasing the transformative potential we all hold in higher education.

Join us as we celebrate the Call to Courage: the courage to inspire, to collaborate, to act, to advocate, to persevere, and to innovate.

Tell Us Your Courageous Leadership Story

All submissions will remain confidential and will not be publicly shared. However, submitters may be contacted by our team to discuss their story in more detail or to explore ways to amplify its impact. Additional discussions will prioritize the privacy and consent of all involved.