In this episode, Dr. Anne Schmitz shares her journey to becoming a department chair in higher education, discussing the challenges and rewards of leadership. She emphasizes the importance of treating leadership as a new area of research, the necessity of developing a leadership philosophy, and the role of AI in enhancing leadership skills. Dr. Schmitz provides valuable advice for new department chairs, including the significance of navigating relationships, handling conflict, and maintaining a focus on the rewarding aspects of leadership.
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Dr. Anne Schmitz
Dr. Anne Schmitz is the Department Chair of Engineering and Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She leads the department and is actively involved in research. Dr. Schmitz's expertise spans biomechanics, 3D printing, and computational modeling, with a focus on applications in prosthetics, orthotics, and exoskeletons.
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