College and university leaders must balance a complex set of expectations from multiple constituencies while also honoring the shared governance model that characterizes higher education. When leaders do not meet expectations, conflicts may emerge. Several authors have documented the increasing frequency of no confidence votes, which in the past…

The purpose of this study was to analyze the perceptions of superintendents who have conducted both successful and unsuccessful school construction referendums in the state of Indiana from 2008-2010. This research will serve as a guide for superintendents who will undergo a school construction referendum, especially in Indiana. This study will…

Many school districts are in need of a successful plan of action for school district referendums. The purpose of this descriptive study was to determine the perceived effectiveness between factors and strategies surrounding referendums and the passage of those measures meant to improve school funding and facilities. The findings from Johnson and…