Understand what fuels you—and then translate that into a traditional or non-traditional path to academic administration.
Overview
As the higher education landscape evolves, so too will its body of academic administrators. The administrative structure of most institutions has grown in complexity, resulting in more potential options for those interested in academic leadership to consider. However, despite this reality, many faculty continue to view administration as “the dark side” or are unsure of how to prepare themselves for non-faculty roles. In addition, as women and historically marginalized faculty have consistently achieved tenure and promotion at lower rates than their peers, this makes the myth of “one sole pathway” even more harmful.
Join us for a panel discussion designed to help you broaden that narrative, get clear on your goals, and expose you to the drawbacks and advantages of the different possible career paths before you. Specifically, you will hear:
- Personal narratives from our subject matter experts outlining two distinct paths to administration.
- Different options for reaching traditional and non-traditional academic leadership positions.
- How you can seek out environments that support your goals.
- The pitfalls and opportunities of different choice points along your path.
You will also walk away with:
- A resource for mapping short-term goals to get you started on your path, and;
- Useful tips for how to maximize and make use of that map as you look toward your long-term goals.
Who Should Attend
Junior and early mid-career faculty, both tenure and non-tenure track, who are interested in learning more about planning for such academic leadership roles as Directors, Assistant/Associate Deans, Deans, Provosts, and more will benefit from this panel discussion.
If You Can't Attend the Live Event
You can still register to receive a recording of the live session that you can access anywhere, anytime.
The Academic Impressions Online Learning Experience
Intentionally Designed
Online Learning
Our virtual trainings go far beyond just replicating PowerPoint presentations online: these experiences are intentionally designed to give you the kind of robust and dynamic learning experience you’ve come to expect from Academic Impressions. These trainings provide you with an active learning environment and an online space where you can explore ideas, get inspired by what your peers are doing, and understand the range of possibilities around a certain topic. You will leave these sessions with practical solutions that you can take back to your team or task force.
What you will get:
- A dynamic, interactive, and high-touch virtual learning experience designed to engage and set you up for growth
- Seamless online face-time, networking, group work, and Q&A opportunities from the comfort of your own workspace
- Practical takeaways and hands-on knowledge
- Guidance from vetted subject matter experts
- Unlimited access to all recorded online sessions
SPEAKERS
Jennifer Greer
Dean, College of Communication and Information, University of Kentucky
Jennifer has been an academic administrator for more than 20 years, serving as Associate Provost, Interim Dean and Department Chair at the University of Alabama, and as Graduate Director, Academic Chair, and Acting Dean at the University of Nevada.
Magdalena Barrera
Vice Provost for Faculty Success, San Jose State University
In her current role as Vice Provost for Faculty Success, Magdalena oversees all aspects of faculty recruitment and the tenure and promotion process, with a deep commitment to supporting diverse faculty who bring asset-minded pedagogies to the classroom.
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