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Integrating Inclusivity into Your Leadership Philosophy

An essential behavior practiced by inclusive leaders is seeking perspectives and feedback from people who have different ideas, experiences, and backgrounds. Being receptive and open to different views also requires inclusive leaders to challenge the way they see and interpret the world. To do so, they must examine the values and experiences they bring into their leadership work and understand how those values show up in the way they lead. More importantly, inclusive leaders reflect on how their values help and hinder their ability to listen and respond to the perspectives of others. Join us online for a two-part interactive workshop that will help you reflect on and explore how your personal values shape your leadership identity and how well that identity aligns with the inclusive-leader mindset. The leaders of today and tomorrow understand that inclusivity is not something you do when it’s convenient: inclusivity is a daily practice and mindset infused into your leadership identity. After this training, you’ll be able to align your values and leadership identity towards that of an inclusive leader by: Identifying your primary values and evaluating how well they express inclusivity Writing a leadership philosophy that articulates an inclusive leadership identity Brainstorming ways to […]

Developing a Comprehensive Retention Plan

Developing a Comprehensive Retention Plan November 16 – 17, 2020 Take a strategic look at your student success efforts and develop a retention plan that connects your data, institutional mission, and available resources. 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 1 DAY 2 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 fully:

Transitioning Leadership Annual Donors into Major Donors

To shift the mindset of a leadership annual donor into that of a major donor requires you to go beyond just knowing their capacity; you must also understand what the donor wants to see their gift accomplish, and how to align that specific desire with your institutional needs. This requires knowing how effective each component of your leadership giving program is and how to best manage and develop your leadership annual donors. Join us in this interactive virtual training to learn portfolio management and stewardship techniques to successfully transition leadership donors into major gift prospects. In this program, you will: Assess your leadership giving portfolio by evaluating the effectiveness of your donor strategies Identify high impact stewardship to build an authentic relationship with your leadership donors Practice productive donor conversations and key talking points, so you’re prepared for your next upgrade ask

Optimizing Partnerships between Prospect Development and Frontline Fundraisers

Optimizing Partnerships between Prospect Development and Frontline Fundraisers December 3 – 4, 2020 Start forming a more results-oriented partnership between prospect development and frontline fundraisers.  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 1 Join the Meeting Room DAY 2 Join the Meeting Room 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 fully:

Creating Agile Courses for an Uncertain Year

To plan for shifts in an uncertain year, many institutions are planning courses that are adaptable to online, hybrid, and face-to-face learning environments. Dr. Elizabeth Barrie from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, has led an effort to pivot existing courses using Kaufman’s notion of agile learning. The agile model enables faculty to proactively design courses that are adaptable to any scenario. This model allows students to choose their own course path by using the combination of formats that works best for their lives, whether they are working full time, parenting, or pursuing double and triple majors. The framework gives students more control of their educational pace and experience while also allowing institutions to offer quality instruction and readiness for the unforeseen pivots like those we have experienced this year. Join us for a practical and interactive virtual workshop to learn how to prepare faculty to offer every course in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats. In this two-hour workshop, you will: Learn the benefits of agile courses for the student, faculty, and institution Identify ideal courses for agile development by using a simple rubric Distinguish between HyFlex and agile course design Learn strategies and tips to develop and implement agile […]

Three Essential Behaviors of a Servant Leader

As a result of COVID-19 and the racial injustices that have permeated 2020, it’s more important than ever to lead with humanity and create a work environment where people feel recognized and heard. Current challenges require leaders to be visionary, but they must also be humble and know how to bring out the best in others. The servant leadership philosophy and practice strikes a balance between putting others first and addressing their highest needs, so that they can feel heard, empowered, and fulfilled. It’s about creating an environment that assumes the best intentions and demonstrates unconditional love and support. In a time when surviving the daily grind can feel daunting, a leader’s ability to allow others to thrive can be especially powerful. Join us online and learn what it takes to lead with a servant-leader mindset. You will be introduced to three essential behaviors of a servant leader: Behavior 1: Look inward, so you can be authentic and humble. Behavior 2: Look at your team, so you can ensure you have the right people around the table, recognize their strengths, and empower them to do their best. Behavior 3: Look to the future, so you can exercise foresight and use […]

Officials with Authority and Responsible Employees: Helping Mandatory Reporters Comply with New Title IX Regulations

This training is based on 2020 Title IX regulations and has been retired. Please visit our Title IX Trainings Page to view all current Title IX trainings. Whether you have the designation of “Official with Authority” (OWA), “Responsible Employee,” or “Mandatory Reporter Employee” under your institution’s Title IX policies and procedures, you have a responsibility to report to your Title IX Coordinator any alleged incidents of sexual harassment. This includes witnessed harassment as well as incidents shared with you by students, faculty, or staff. Failure to report as an OWA can trigger legal liability. This video course will prepare you to comply in your role as a mandatory reporter of sexual harassment. We will clarify your reporting duties under the new Title IX regulations, and we’ll roleplay a conversation in which a student discloses to her professor an alleged incident of harassment. You will leave with 6 strategies for ensuring safe and productive conversations when students and employees share details of sexual harassment with you.

Advancement Events Strategy

Advancement Events Strategy November 9 – 10, 2020 Strategically increase engagement and giving with your advancement events. 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 1 DAY 2 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 fully:

Developing a Comprehensive System of Support for First-Generation Students

Developing a Comprehensive System of Support for First-Generation Students November 18 – 20, 2020 Learn tried and true strategies, as well as hear about new work being done during the pandemic to support first-generation student success. 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 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 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 fully:

Creating an Engagement Strategy for Corporate Partners

Creating an Engagement Strategy for Corporate Partners November 30 – December 1, 2020 Engage with corporate partners in a way that serves both your priorities and theirs. 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 1 DAY 2 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 fully:

Advocating for Yourself in Personal and Professional Relationships

Time and again we have heard the message that the impacts of working from home, homeschooling, childcare, and managing your new normal have created new areas of stress for women. Whether trying to juggle a full-time job with being a teacher to their children or finding that publishing and other career-advancement endeavors have fallen in priority, women in particular have felt the emotional, personal, and professional costs of the pandemic. Join us for this virtual training focused on how you can advocate for yourself in your personal and professional life.

Deans Summit: Maintaining Strategic Focus Through Financial Challenges

While higher ed is facing waning enrollments and funding paired with increasing expenses and demands, deans must lead the charge in making their colleges, schools, or units more financially viable while remaining relevant in a rapidly evolving landscape. Deans who are best prepared to meet these demands are creating a culture of creative problem-solving, efficiency, and innovation, and we have partnered with three of them to provide a collaborative space where deans can come together and strategize around their toughest challenges. Join your peers in this four-hour summit to: Think creatively about sources of funding Align programs to market demand and workforce changes Better leverage your existing resources and stakeholders Find innovative opportunities for growth Create the conditions for a more sustainable future You will hear from leading experts and explore new approaches to the crises your school or unit is facing. Infused with small group sessions and solutions-focused brainstorming throughout, you will leave this virtual training with short term strategies to survive and long-term strategies to thrive.

Creating an Inner Coach Stronger than Your Inner Critic

Creating an Inner Coach Stronger than Your Inner Critic Have you ever felt like you don’t deserve your success? Login On: January 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern EVENT LINK Zoom Login Instructions JOIN ZOOM MEETING https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87118449316?pwd=bFEwTm05bXhIbEZOQnNrcFl2Tkx1QT09 Meeting ID: 871 1844 9316 Passcode: 608301 If you wish to join a test meeting in Zoom, go to this website: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115002262083-Joining-a-test-meeting  If you don’t already have the Zoom app, you may be prompted to download it. Digital Recording You will be able to view the webcast recording here no later than 10 business days after the live session. Resources You will be able to download webcast materials here no later than 10 business days after the live session. You will be able to view the webcast recording here no later than 10 business days after the live session. Agenda To help you recognize and develop your inner coach, you’ll learn the following: The origins and neuroscience of the undermining voice The four types of inner voices that undermine courage, confidence, and resilience, as well as how your inner critic enters into your personal and professional lives A technique that will help you track your negative thoughts and patterns and help you craft a […]

Supporting Frontline Fundraisers Amidst Uncertainty: Rethinking Activities and Goals

Amidst uncertainty, donor giving is likely to decrease. To keep your fundraisers motivated and ensure the long-term sustainability of your shop, you may need to shift the focus to identifying new prospects and keeping in touch with donors so that relationships are strong when the time is once again right for giving. Join us for this one-hour webcast to learn practices you can implement with your fundraisers in these times to ensure major gift pipeline growth and sustained donor engagement. Our expert instructor will share the activities and goals he’s used during the pandemic to inspire his fundraisers and lay the groundwork for future giving.

Developing Effective Caller-Donor Relationships in Your Phonathon Operation

With the recent increase in contact rates—due to people being at home more than ever—coupled with modern technology that increases the ability to engage donors, phonathons are poised to see an unexpected resurgence this year as an effective communication and solicitation channel. As a result, now is the appropriate time to revisit how you can best take advantage of these circumstances and focus on building more effective relationships with your prospective donors. To capitalize on this time and increase donor acquisition, it is essential to ensure that new prospects, as well as LYBUNTS and SYBUNTS, experience personalized outreach from your call center. You can accomplish this by developing a genuine relationship between your institution and your prospective donor by building upon the initial call and conversation through utilizing text and e-mail, as well as video and direct mail.

An Intersectional Approach to Addressing Food Insecurity

We know that students with marginalized identities are more likely to experience food insecurity. Now data shows the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on the health and financial wellbeing of People of Color, including those from Black and Indigenous communities. These disparities, in conjunction with recent incidents of racial injustice, prompted the University of Oregon to reexamine how they were serving BIPOC students experiencing food insecurity. Knowing these inequities would likely worsen, University of Oregon’s Food Security Task Force adjusted their response to support students beyond baseline health and safety precautions. The task force adapted seven food security initiatives—ranging from a food pantry to a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) enrollment program—to better serve students in the context of the pandemic and racial injustice. Join us to learn how the University of Oregon is working to decrease stigma and increase access for students of all identities experiencing food insecurity—and the strategies you can adopt on your own campus to do the same.

An Intersectional Approach to Supporting Neurodiverse Learners Online

Neurodiverse students are often disadvantaged in the classroom by deficit thinking, a learned mindset that defines learners by their perceived problems and can limit the success of disabled students. For learners who have other marginalized aspects of their identities, disadvantages in the classroom are compounded, and the implicit biases we hold can unintentionally disempower them and curb their academic progress. Without special care and preparation, these hindrances are further exacerbated in an online learning environment. By approaching neurodiversity from an intersectional lens and implementing strength-based practices, we can begin to promote equity, inclusion, and diversity in the classroom. Join us online and hear from Dr. Gloria Niles, Director of Distance Education at the University of Hawai’i West O’ahu. With a background in neurology and special education, she will provide practices that will help you:

Growing Your Graduate Footprint: A Conversation for Small College Leaders

As demographics shift and higher education faces declining undergraduate enrollments, many schools who have traditionally focused on undergraduate enrollment are pivoting their focus towards strengthening and growing their graduate programs. This shift can be especially challenging for smaller schools who often have fewer resources and less name recognition than their larger counterparts. During this collaborative discussion, Dr. Marcus S. Cox will share the story of how Xavier University of Louisiana was able to increase graduate student enrollment by 30% this fall – despite the COVID-19 pandemic, a limited budget, and a host of other challenges facing the graduate education space. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to: Connect with leaders from other small institutions Brainstorm ideas to grow and strengthen your graduate footprint in a sustainable way Get feedback from your peers about your next steps to move this work forward

Hiring, Developing, and Promoting Women Leaders in Higher Education

When looking at potential candidates for hiring, too often we revert to “comfortable cloning,” or looking for those applicants who followed similar (and often more traditional) paths in their education and careers. We sometimes place too much emphasis on past job titles, leaving women – who are not promoted as often as men – stuck in a cycle that undermines their careers, salaries, and potential. Those who lead others are best positioned to create space for individuals to develop their skills and encourage career progression as they grow. Sometimes, our most talented women wait until they possess nearly every skillset before they consider applying for higher positions, narrowing the pool of potential applicants for a certain role. In this webcast, our expert will help you to look more closely at your interviewing, developing, and hiring practices to ensure that you are providing opportunities for more equitable paths to leadership. We will look at how to overcome blind spots which can often lead us to inadvertently create teams that lack diversity not only in terms of gender and background, but also in perspective, experience, and sensitivity to other marginalized groups.