As an externally appointed dean, you are expected to hit the ground running, making quick and impactful decisions from Day One. Leading through this change can be tricky, as you will often need to navigate conflicting perspectives from the administration and faculty on which direction to go, as you also define your role in shared governance, identify trusted allies, and make decisions even with incomplete information.

Join us for a 90-minute discussion that will provide you with insights and lessons learned from other external deans. Our instructor panel includes two different speakers — one who has served in a variety of external leadership roles at multiple institutions — and the other who just completed her first semester as external dean.

If you’ve been asking any of the following questions, this training is for you:

• How do I research and understand the issues, challenges and opportunities within my college?
• How do I determine my role in shared governance?
• Who should I trust, and how do I figure that out as early as possible?
• Where should I invest my time, and how do I balance listening and learning with getting important work done?
• What are some of the considerations I need to make when it comes to assembling a leadership team?