{"id":146778,"date":"2026-02-07T01:05:12","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T01:05:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/146778\/"},"modified":"2026-02-07T01:05:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T01:05:12","slug":"robert-j-fashano-leadership-library-opens-at-keiser-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/146778\/","title":{"rendered":"Robert J. Fashano Leadership Library Opens at Keiser University"},"content":{"rendered":"

A New Hub for Leadership Development at Keiser University<\/p>\n

Keiser University\u2019s Flagship Campus recently welcomed Board of Advisor and Leadership Mentor Bob Fashano and his family to celebrate the dedication of the Robert J. Fashano Leadership Library, a new space designed to strengthen leadership education and mentorship opportunities for students.<\/p>\n

The dedication marked the opening of what Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Jennifer Peluso described as \u2018a gift designed to bridge the space between the classroom and the real world.\u2019 She noted that the library reflects its namesake\u2019s vision, generosity, and deep belief in the power of people to shape the future.<\/p>\n

Bridging Academic Learning and Real-World Leadership<\/p>\n

Designed as a collaborative learning environment, the Leadership Library will serve as a hub where students can engage directly with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community partners. The space will host workshops, seminars, mentoring programs, and informal discussions that connect academic theory with real-world leadership practice.<\/p>\n

The library\u2019s collection focuses on key areas such as leadership, ethics, service, and innovation, reinforcing Keiser University\u2019s commitment to experiential learning and professional development.<\/p>\n

Inspiring Future Leaders Through Reading and Mentorship<\/p>\n

Quoting President Harry S. Truman\u2019s words, \u201cReaders are not always leaders, but leaders are always readers,\u201d Fashano shared his enthusiasm for the library\u2019s purpose. \u201cI am excited for our students to have a dedicated space devoted exclusively to the topic of leadership,\u201d Fashano said. \u201cThe reading material, together with regular workshops, will support and assist them as they learn and grow.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr. Debora Johnston, Keiser University\u2019s Flagship Campus Director of Academic Affairs, emphasized the broader meaning behind the space. \u201cThe leadership library stands as a reminder that great leaders are not defined solely by what they know, but by how they continue to learn and grow. Within these walls, ideas are shaped, voices are strengthened, and leaders are prepared for the work of shaping what comes next,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Supporting Leadership Through the AMPLIFY Mentorship Program<\/p>\n

Fashano is also among the founders of Keiser University\u2019s AMPLIFY Mentorship Program, an initiative focused on fostering student aspirations, mentorship, progression, learning, inspiration, flourishing, and yielding positive change.<\/p>\n

The program provides upper-level graduate students with opportunities to develop leadership and professional skills through shared experiences with senior-level professionals and community engagement opportunities, further reinforcing the mission of the Leadership Library.<\/p>\n

Location and Access Information<\/p>\n

The Robert J. Fashano Leadership Library is located in Room 204 of the Turner Education Center at Keiser University\u2019s Flagship Campus. Faculty and students interested in learning more or scheduling use of the space should contact Amber Hogan-Spoon at [email\u00a0protected]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About Keiser University<\/p>\n

Since 1977, Keiser University has been empowering students to achieve their career dreams. As one of Florida\u2019s largest private, non-profit institutions, founded by Dr. Arthur Keiser<\/a> and Evelyn Keiser, it offers:<\/p>\n

Over 100 degree programs<\/a> from associate to doctoral level
\nRecognition as the No. 1 university in the U.S. for Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report<\/a> (2023)
\nProud membership in the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
\nA legacy of excellence in education spanning more than 45 years<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t wait to start building your future. Contact Keiser University today and take the first step toward your dream career. Call Toll-Free:\u00a0888-KEISER-9<\/a>\u00a0 or Contact a Keiser Campus near you<\/a>. Schedule your campus tour and learn more about our flexible programs, financial aid options, and career services support.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Jennifer Peluso welcomes guests to the Leadership Library Dedication as Bob Fashano, his wife Patty and children Dr. Rachel and James Fashano look on.<\/p>\n

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Keiser University faculty, staff, students and community members celebrated the opening of the Robert J. Fashano Leadership Library.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A New Hub for Leadership Development at Keiser University Keiser University\u2019s Flagship Campus recently welcomed Board of Advisor…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":146779,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[249,251,250],"class_list":{"0":"post-146778","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-fort-lauderdale","8":"tag-fort-lauderdale","9":"tag-fort-lauderdale-headlines","10":"tag-fort-lauderdale-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146778","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=146778"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/146778\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/146779"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=146778"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=146778"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=146778"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}