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Discussion Post
Describe the context for the organization (ASU) we are studying here. Talk about the sector it is in, the organizational structure, and other potential important historical factors about the organization. Describe the key stakeholders for the organization and what those stakeholders might view as optimal performance.
Michael Crow came to ASU in 2002 with a vision for how he would transform the university from a traditional public university to what he described as a New American University. However, throughout the journey, other factors also necessitated change. Describe some of the other motivating factors or barriers that mandated the need for change at ASU under Dr. Crow.
Articles
1) "How Michael Crow took ASU from a party school to the nation's 'most innovative' university" by Rachel Leingang.
2) "After Taking Helm in 2002, President Tackled Inequities in Higher Education"
The article describes a number of changes Dr. Crow initiated at the university. Detail two or more of those changes. When describing each change, detail what type of change it was (developmental, transitional, or transformational), as well what level of change each was at (individual, group, organizational). Finally, talk about whether these changes were planned or unplanned.
The Lewin Model of Change details an unfreeze, move, and refreeze process for making change. Within the refreeze portion of the model, Lewin notes three core elements. Describe each of the three elements and how Dr. Crow did or did not do each of the three components of refreezing.
Do you believe Dr. Crow was effective in transforming ASU based on his vision in 2002? Explain why or why not and be sure to link your response to ASU's organizational performance.