Episode Overview

In this episode of LEAD UNI, host Jesse Heath sits down with Lane Kruger, a student who graduated in spring 2026 at the University of Northern Iowa. Throughout his time at UNI, Lane has helped students discover their potential by creating opportunities for involvement, leadership, and personal growth.

This conversation explores how great leaders create impact - not through titles or recognition, but by investing in people and leaving organizations stronger than they found them. Lane shares lessons from his leadership journey, discusses why saying "yes" to opportunities impacted his time as a student, and explains how intentional relationships, curiosity, and continuous improvement shape effective leaders.

Whether you're leading a department, a student organizati ...