We all have biases that show up in our interactions and perceptions of others. But these biases can be problematic when they are used unconsciously or consciously to judge, misinterpret, or limit our interactions with others. How often do you pause and reflect on your social interactions and ask yourself “What did I assume about this person that was not accurate”? By reflecting and holding ourselves accountable to how biases show up […]
Writing Workshop for Advancement THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO: May 5-6, 2021 Strengthen the voice and consistency of your communications to donors and alumni. EVENT INFORMATION Check back soon for links! ENSURE YOUR TECHNOLOGY IS READY This workshop is intentionally designed to allow for maximum learning, connections, and engagement. We advise the following in order […]
Impactful Online Donor Events March 30, 2021 Leave a lasting impression on donors by hosting online events that resonate with their needs and preferences. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back […]
As part of larger diversity and inclusion efforts, many institutions have inclusive pedagogy initiatives underway. But the way they are approaching them when it comes to scope, level of resourcing, and degree of partnership and involvement across academic units varies widely. It can be difficult for those charged with leading inclusive pedagogy initiatives to know how and where to […]
Especially in the early stages of your career, you need to grow your identity as an independent scholar. But you might receive feedback from a mentor or a reviewer that they “don’t hear your voice” in your writing. Or more commonly, you might sense that the articles you want to write aren’t even getting written. […]
Instructor Mario PerazaExecutive Director, Alumni RelationsUniversity of California San Francisco Course Highlights 51 mins of video instruction Downloadable resources Course Details Released 3/29/2021 Graduate and professional alumni typically aren’t as engaged with their alma mater as their undergraduate counterparts. But graduate alumni are often highly career-focused with strong connections to classmates, faculty, and mentors. How […]
Feelings of defensiveness and discomfort are common when engaging in conversations around race and bias. Even those who have done extensive reading on these emotionally-charged topics can find themselves fumbling if they haven’t yet reflected on how their own identities and biases impact the way they show up in the world—and in these difficult conversations. […]
Leading and Influencing as a Department Chair May 19 – June 9, 2021 Important Links Welcome! This is your “one-stop shop” for all course materials and instructions you will need to guide you through the bootcamp. A couple important notes to get you started: All course materials can be found in the “Access Course […]
Your team is growing more diverse every day; this includes across different generations from across generations. Each generation has its own preferences and values that motivate them, and it’s important to understand those differences in order to build a cohesive and resilient workplace culture that maximizes individual and team performance and minimizes conflict. With almost a quarter of the labor force set to […]
Leaders have a powerful role to play in setting the tone for the organizational culture. They must therefore be very conscious of how they communicate: leadership comes with visibility, so a failure to communicate in ways that make others feel safe and understood will be noticed by their teams and peers alike, and will negatively impact the group’s […]
Increase Giving through Inspiring Annual Giving Communications March 30 – March 31, 2021 Learn how to integrate your institutional story to engage and inspire your alumni and donors. EVENT INFORMATION ENSURE YOUR TECHNOLOGY IS READY This workshop is intentionally designed to allow for maximum learning, connections, and engagement. We advise the following in order to participate […]
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Anti-Racism in Higher Education: Ensuring It’s a Movement, Not Just a Moment March 17 – 18, 2021 Develop a sustainable strategy to facilitate your anti-racist initiatives for your campus. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. […]
In order for your students and colleagues to feel that they are a part of an inclusive environment, they must feel whole, seen, and affirmed. Intersectionality is a theoretical framework that illustrates how social identities are interconnected and create overlapping systems of oppression. By having an intersectional mindset when engaging with your students and colleagues, […]
Advanced Title IX Investigator Training and Certification March 24 – 25, 2021 Feel better equipped to effectively investigate complex sexual harassment and sex discrimination cases. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check […]
More and more institutions are adding Chief of Staff roles to their teams. These positions usually support the President or Chancellor of an institution, but can also support Provosts, Deans, or other leadership positions. Those who fill these roles often come from many different avenues and position levels including: Advancement, Faculty, Institutional Research, and outside […]
Developing Your Skills as a Manager: A Bootcamp for Leaders March 29 – May 10, 2021 Important Links Welcome! Hello and welcome to Developing Your Skills as a Manager: A Bootcamp for Leaders. I will be your host throughout the six-week modules. I’m thrilled to work with each of you! If you have any […]
Fresh Approaches to Fundraising Campaigns in Current Times May 27, 2021 Propel your campaigns forward during this unusual time by focusing on three crucial areas. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check […]
Improving Advancement Data Management and Hygiene March 24-25, 2021 Improve your data management to improve solicitations and dollars raised. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to […]
Effective Approaches to Digital Frontline Fundraising March 11-12, 2021 Gain confidence in your digital fundraising practices. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as they become available. Make sure to check back as it gets closer to your conference! DAY […]
