Gazing this week at photos from the Webb Telescope, I was happy to recall my first lesson with Dr. Frances Wright, a pioneer female astronomer who taught celestial navigation to thousands of U.S. Naval officers, college students, and local sailors.

"Keep your feet firmly planted," she said, "and set your eyes on the sky."  A gentle reminder to be safe on your feet first before measuring the height of distant stars. And, sensible leadership guidance to know where you stand before charting a cour...

This week I've been thinking about appropriate ways to honor Juneteenth, the holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the USA. It's also the fiftieth anniversary of Title IX legislation that prohibits discrimination based on gender in all programs or activities at federally funded schools.

For me, it's urgent to recognize the advantages I am afforded as a white male leader, power and privileges that are less familiar and accessible to many women and leaders of color. It's also essential to...