Tapping the Leadership Skills of Nursing Faculty: The Benefits of Volunteering for Academic Committees

Volunteering for committee work is an essential, but often underappreciated, component of a faculty member's academic responsibilities. Although the major focus within academia is teaching, research, and service, professional leadership is expected. Membership on and leadership within a committee is worthy of attention as a mechanism for professional development. Volunteering for committee work is an essential, but often underappreciated,...