Addressing issues of civility among faculty can be a thorny issue when you consider the scope of free speech, academic freedom, and how social media blurs the lines between the personal and professional context. Join us online for an in-depth examination of this increasingly important issue, including practical steps academic leaders can take to improve […]
Leading is not for the faint of heart—it is a challenging and complex endeavor, and there is no roadmap. Too often, the volume of problems, personal insecurities, high pressure, and ego can produce leaders that can be toxic, likely to burn out, and ultimately take their institutions backwards, not forwards. In this webcast, we’ll review […]
Are you effectively engaging diverse donors and alumni? Agenda What Does a Holistic and Strategic Approach Look Like? Key Components of Programs and Initiatives Understanding diverse audiences Internal considerations Staffing Training Intercultural competency Adjusting cultivation and solicitation Understanding benefits for the whole shop External considerations Programming and engagement Adjusting alumni engagement programming based on shared […]
Make strategic decisions surrounding regional fundraising and alumni relations initiatives. Join us online to learn how you can establish a physical regional presence that can help your institution improve alumni engagement, enhance fundraising efforts, and open doors for student-alumni opportunities. You will gain valuable insights on: Evaluating your readiness to pursue a regional presence Aligning […]
Learn how UNC Charlotte successfully centralized its scholarship administration process. Agenda The presentation will consist of three main sections: The impact of UNC Charlotte’s decision to centralize the scholarship administration process Three essential steps toward centralization: Conducting an audit of your current scholarship awarding process Evaluating existing options for streamlining that process Defining and communicating […]
Resistance to change is normal – build your toolkit to manage it more effectively. Agenda Lighting a Fire Why the intellectual case by itself isn’t enough Understanding the primary motives of your faculty New Behaviors, New Attitudes Choosing a change strategy Four essential conversations Addressing Resistance Assessing readiness How individuals experience change Exploring the three […]
Leverage your campaign communications to engage donors and elevate your brand. Agenda Branding 101: Understanding what a brand is Linking your institutional and campaign brand Which comes first? Do people give to an institution or to a campaign? How can a campaign brand resonate with and challenge the institutional brand? Examples of complementary institutional and […]
Identify how to avoid common pitfalls in shared services implementation. Agenda Key Drivers Understanding where you are today Defining factors of the business case Forming your project team: internal and external stakeholders Job function and responsibility assessment Critical considerations to begin Aligning your objectives Identifying opportunities and defining scope Principles guiding your approach and decision […]
New learning spaces require a significant amount of institutional resources and present a great opportunity—but only if you appropriately support and engage your faculty. Having a sustainable faculty development program maximizes the impact that new learning spaces have on the quality of student learning and advances in instructor pedagogy. Join us to learn how to […]
Learn how to build an effective and lasting partnership with your athletics department to raise more support for your institution. During this webcast, you will learn a replicable model for partnering with your athletics director to: Develop shared fundraising goals Ensure consistent messaging with donors Increase the total dollars raised between your offices During this […]
