At the Center for the Advancement of Followership, we take leadership to the next level by illuminating its essential partner—followership. Rooted in Indiana Wesleyan University’s Christ-centered mission, we are dedicated to exploring and advancing the often-overlooked role of followership in creating thriving individuals, organizations, and societies. Through cutting-edge research, innovative education, and international collaboration, we invite you to join us in shaping a future where leadership is truly complete.
Some of our accomplishments:
Among the first to have academic followership emphasis in programs
Among the first to have followership courses in programs
The first to have the term followership in division name
The first (and best selling) textbook on followership
The first Center for followership in the U.S
Winner of Followership Trailblazer Award in 2023
Winner of Sage Outstanding Scholar Award in 2023
#1 Ranked PhD in Organizational Leadership in 2024 by Forbes Advisor
