# 41. Leading from the Margins: A Conversation with Mary Dana Hinton

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Podcast: [EdUp Provost](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edup-provost-7039442)
Published: 2025-05-13T11:04:00+00:00
Episode link: https://EdUpProvost.podbean.com/e/41-leading-from-the-margins-a-conversation-with-mary-dana-hinton/
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## Resource

Leading from the Margins: A Conversation with Mary Dana Hinton In this conversation with EdUp Provost host D. Gregor Thuswaldner, Dr. Mary Dana Hinton discusses her evolving perspective on leadership, particularly from the margins, emphasizing the importance of resilience, courage, and vulnerability. She highlights the power of storytelling in higher education and how provosts can use their unique experiences to advocate for their institutions. The discussion also addresses the tensions faced by provosts in navigating faculty advocacy and institutional realities, especially in politically charged environments. Dr. Hinton encourages leaders to remain hopeful and committed to their personal and institutional missions, even in challenging times. In this conversation, Dr. Hinton discusses the importance of authentic leadership, resilience, and mentorship in higher education. She emphasizes the need for provosts to embrace their vulnerabilities while advocating for their institutions. Dr. Hinton also highlights the significance of understanding the diverse needs of students and the role of marginalized institutions in providing opportunities. The discussion culminates in a reflection on the importance of resilience and the value of mentorship in fostering diverse leadership. Titles Leading from the Margins: A New Perspective Courage and Vulnerability in Higher Education Leadership The Transformative Power of Storytelling Navigating Tensions in Academic Leadership Resilience and Hope in Higher Education

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