We know that many advancement shops are looking to better engage underrepresented alumni populations, but it can be difficult to know what initial steps you should take toward incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts into your strategy. Join us to learn the best approaches to collecting qualitative information and measuring quantitative data from your alumni […]
Transformational Gifts: Attaining the Gift of a Lifetime November 12 – 13, 2020 Navigating a transformational gift can be one of the most important and impactful events for your institution. How are you engaging your top donors? Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social […]
We know that a sense of belonging is a crucial factor when it comes to student success and retention—but what does that look like during a global pandemic? Join us for this virtual training to hear how our expert speaker is: Integrating lessons learned from his time working on retention at St. Cloud State University […]
Despite making great strides in terms of gender equity in the workplace, research indicates that women are less confident than men and are more likely to receive negative feedback when they do assert themselves. While men who are outspoken, ambitious, or decisive are viewed as good leaders, women who demonstrate these same traits are labeled […]
Strategies to Strengthen Transfer Student Enrollment and Success November 4 – 6, 2020 Learn the immediate steps you can take to improve your transfer student pathways. 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 […]
Writing Workshop for Advancement Strengthen the voice and consistency of your communications to donors and alumni. Login On: October 15, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. ET Zoom Login Instructions JOIN ZOOM MEETING https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88682834023?pwd=MzZBTzBPTVh0RXZTVWpqNXlHbi9JUT09 Meeting ID: 886 8283 4023 Passcode: 120898 Prepare for the Workshop This workshop is intentionally designed to allow for maximum learning, connections, and […]
Reassess Your Language and Processes to Build Better Gift Agreements October 14 – 15, 2020 Revisit your gift agreements and improve your processes to help protect your institution and donors. 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 […]
Foundations of Title IX Investigations: Training & Certification October 23 & 26, 2020 Approach your sexual harassment investigations with greater confidence. 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 […]
The current Black Lives Matter movement and the fallout from COVID-19 have higher ed leaders searching for constructive ways to engage students, faculty, and staff in dialogue about difficult issues. Listening to underrepresented voices and creating space for healthy exchange is critical for building an engaged community and maintaining a positive campus climate. There are […]
Managing your career in higher education takes focus, confidence, and a willingness to work through the unique barriers we face as women. Join us for this webcast to learn: How to assess current and future opportunities to see if they are a fit for your career goals How to negotiate What steps to take if […]
Customer Service Skills Training: Certification for Higher Education Professionals October 27 – 29, 2020 Gain the knowledge and skills you need to provide high quality customer service. 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 […]
With only 30% of universities being led by women presidents, getting perspectives on how these women grew their skillsets and navigated their careers is paramount to helping aspiring women leaders attain their leadership goals. In this two-part session, you will hear two former women presidents look back on their careers and share: How they advocated […]
Many institutions temporarily adopted test-optional admission processes in response to COVID-19, while others are still considering implementing it or making the switch permanent. Although the benefits of going test-optional are widely acknowledged, the process of moving to test-optional when internal stakeholders are accustomed to the traditional model can be tricky to navigate. Join us for […]
Institute for Advanced Gift Officers: Enhancing Your Donor and Portfolio Strategy December 8 – 9, 2020 Now that you’ve mastered the fundraising essentials, learn what it takes to upgrade donors and secure more complex gifts. Welcome to your course page for your virtual conference! We’ll be adding links to meeting rooms, schedules, social media, and course materials as […]
Mental health challenges for students will continue as classes go online. Though they may be more difficult to identify in a virtual setting, there are warning signs that faculty and staff should be aware of throughout the semester. Faculty and staff who regularly interact with students are often best positioned to see these signs of […]
Communication Strategies to Overcome Resistance to Your Diversity Initiative October 15 – 16, 2020 Be empowered to lead crucial conversations that unite your campus around your diversity initiative. 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 […]
Fundraising for Deans: A Virtual Bootcamp October 13 – November 10, 2020 Important Links Welcome! We look forward to welcoming you to our Fundraising for Deans bootcamp experience. Over the next six weeks, we will talk about philanthropic priorities and what it looks like to cultivate and solicit prospects and donors for fundraising success. This […]
Navigating Your Career Growth: A Bootcamp for Advanced Women Leaders in Higher Ed January 11 – March 12 , 2021 Important Links Kristine Barnett Phoebe Haddon Mary McGuinness (coaching for Daphne Watkins’ session) Welcome! Thank you so much for joining us on this learning journey as we explore career growth for women. Over the next […]
Cultivating a Professional and Engaging Persona on Your Video Calls Learn some simple ways you can improve the quality of your communication and connections with others online. Login On: October 5, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. ET Zoom Login Instructions JOIN ZOOM MEETING https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86198072516?pwd=SUJvUmR3Z2tiNmpQS3ptUGpIbE8xZz09 Meeting ID: 861 9807 2516Passcode: 773689 Prepare for the Workshop This workshop […]
There are a variety of divisive current events that we’re all experiencing and can no longer ignore—national events such as the U.S. presidential election or the Black Lives Matter movement, as well as local issues that are important to your campus community. Your students will likely exercise their first amendment rights to stand up for […]
