Academic Leaders Program
What began several years ago as a two-day orientation held in the late summer for new department heads has now evolved into a semester-long series of networking and learning workshops designed for new and aspiring academic leaders. The program kicks off with a full-day workshop in mid-August, and continues throughout the fall semester with a series of shorter workshops and discussions. This Academic Leaders Program is offered not just for new department heads (though they remain a key target audience), but to anyone in an academic leadership role—at any level—who may benefit from the topics covered as well as networking with other campus leaders. Faculty who are being developed for or may be considering future leadership roles are also welcome to attend.
View the Fall 2020 Academic Leaders Program overview (PDF)
All of this fall’s Academic Leaders Program sessions will be conducted virtually via Zoom. To encourage networking and relationship building, participants are encouraged to have their video on as much as possible. Please share any technical or connection questions you may have with Amy Hogan.
- Kickoff Workshop Zoom (Friday, August 14)
- Zoom for all remaining meetings (Thursdays, 3-4pm)
Materials for the Fall 2020 Program
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Friday, August 14 Kickoff Workshop - featuring information and discussion on academic leadership perspectives at Virginia Tech, an academic leaders panel discussion, and networking with other academic leaders. |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, August 27 This session is specifically designed for new department heads, chairs, and other academic unit leaders who support tenure-track faculty. It is optional for those in other roles. Zoom link |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, September 3 |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, September 10 |
Presentation Slides (PDF) |
Thursday, September 17 |
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Thursday, September 24 |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, October 1 |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, October 8 |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, October 15 |
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Thursday, October 22 |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, October 29 Data-Informed Decision Making – Data – both quantitative and qualitative – is key to informing decisions that support strategic management and leadership needs. A panel of current academic leaders will discuss their strategies and experiences and answer questions. |
Presentation Slides (PPTX) |
Thursday, November 5 Leading Change – Information about the phases of transition involved in navigating change, and how to lead in an informed and supportive way through transitions. |
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Thursday, November 12 Leader Relationships – Tools, resources, and practices to support building productive, authentic relationships as a leader, including building and preserving trust. |
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Thursday, November 19 Leveraging Difference – Tools, resources, and practices to navigate and leverage differences in your people, programs, and partners. |
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Thursday, November 26 NO MEETING – THANKSGIVING BREAK |
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Thursday, December 3 Transforming and Managing Service – Thoughtful tools and approaches to managing service assignments and optimizing opportunities for faculty development through service. |
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Thursday, December 10 |
Academic Leaders Program Resources
View the full program information and Resources for Academic Leaders.
Questions?
Email Amy Hogan