Ron is the chair of the english department at your local college. he is well liked by administrators, faculty, and students. he really seems to listen and understand when approached about academic or personal concerns. what element of a supportive workplace climate is ron exhibiting?

The correct answer is empathy.
Ron is a very empathetic person - he cares about other people and their feelings, he listens to them, he understands them, and he is always there to help them to the best of his abilities. Ron is exhibiting perfect characteristics of a supportive workplace climate, which is why he is loved by everyone.