Transforming academic culture through civility

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In this follow-up to “Reclaiming civility in academic nursing,” we dive deeper into one of the most pressing challenges in the profession: cultivating a culture of respect. Once again, we’re joined by Dr. Cynthia Clark, a nationally recognized expert on civility in nursing education.

Building on foundational concepts from our previous conversation, this episode focuses on the practical application of civility principles. How can nurse educators and academic leaders move from theory to action?

Dr. Clark highlights the critical role of leadership in modeling and sustaining a respectful academic environment. We explore evidence-based frameworks that offer a clear path for addressing incivility, transforming educational spaces, and fostering a culture where both faculty and students feel safe, valued, and empowered.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How leadership behaviors influence academic culture
• Frameworks for identifying and addressing incivility
• Strategies to build psychologically safe learning environments
• Ways to empower faculty and students to foster mutual respect
• How to embed civility into curriculum, communication, and case studies

Whether you're a dean, clinical instructor, or aspiring leader, this episode offers actionable insights to help you champion a healthier, more inclusive academic culture. Dr. Clark shares practical tools and strategies to help educators lead with intention and create lasting change.

Listen now to discover how you can be a catalyst for civility in nursing education — and shape the future of the profession.