Episode 23 - Ed Up Insights "Author Insights" Ft. Kevin McClure

Dr. Kevin R. McClure is a nationally recognized scholar, writer, and speaker focused on leadership, finance, and workplace culture in higher education. He serves as a professor of higher education at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where his work centers on how colleges—particularly regional public universities—can build more sustainable, people‑first institutions. Widely known for translating complex higher‑ed challenges into accessible, practical insights, McClure’s research and commentary have appeared in venues such as The Chronicle of Higher Education, along with national conferences, podcasts, and leadership workshops. His scholarship and public voice emphasize organizational care, faculty and staff well‑being, and the structural changes needed for colleges and universities to thrive in an era of financial pressure, burnout, and transformation.