Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young, 13th President Texas Southern University, Retired Executive, Entrepreneur, Engineer, Author, Coach
About this Event

Overview

Albany State University's Presidential Speaker Series returns, and this time the conversation turns to Leadership, Research and Innovation through the lens of one of the nation's most respected STEM executives, Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young, retired 13th President of Texas Southern University.

As the fourth and final featured speaker of 2026, Dr. Crumpton-Young will deliver Transformative Leadership Principles and the Essential Elements of Ethical Decision Making in Higher Education, a dynamic and engaging address on the principles of transformative leadership and successful strategies for ethical decision making. Drawing on her experience leading research, innovation, and institutional change, she will explore how leaders can inspire meaningful progress while keeping integrity at the center of every choice, especially when the stakes are high and the right path isn't the easy one.

Attendees will hear practical leadership principles they can apply right away, along with insight on weighing competing priorities, building trust, and leading with transparency. Dr. Crumpton-Young will also share her perspective on the challenges facing higher education today and how values-driven leadership can meet them, with time for dialogue and connection with colleagues across campus and the community.

This event is open to faculty, staff, students, administrators, and community partners who want to strengthen their leadership and help shape a more innovative and ethical future for higher education. Join us as we close out the 2026 series with an inspiring conversation on leading with vision, courage, and integrity.