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After nearly 30 years as chief of staff to UW–Madison’s provosts, Eden Inoway-Ronnie is stepping down — leaving behind a legacy of steady leadership through decades of institutional change. She guided 12 provosts, managed critical initiatives like accreditation and grant funding, and became the go-to hub for academic strategy in Bascom Hall. Her tenure saw major growth in research, faculty reputation, and student programs, all fueled by her knack for asking powerful questions, navigating complexity, and building consensus. Inoway-Ronnie recalls the high-stakes nature of the role — mediating conflicts, driving reaccreditation, and shaping strategic hires — while celebrating the joy of collaboration and diverse teams. For newcomers, she urges flexibility, curiosity, respect, and gratitude — because success at scale is built on teamwork.

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