Learn what to say, what to do, and what to listen for during donor discovery and qualification. Agenda In each of the three sections below, we’ll share words and phrases you can adapt to a variety of situations with donors. You will start practicing how to formulate your authentic voice for a few aspects of […]
In this short video series Lynne Wester, the Donor Relations Guru, shares her thoughts on the advancement shop of tomorrow. She addresses questions like “What is a good Ask-to-Thank ratio?” and “What should you do after an event?” and shares her perspective on topics like the best stewardship touch she’s encountered recently. Lynne is a well-known resource […]
Finding the correct candidates for academic and administrative positions is a critical task for colleges and universities. However, you may be asked to serve on or even lead search committees without receiving training on the process, which can allow for things like campus culture, implicit biases, and outdated hiring practices to impact the search process […]
Moving pieces of your orientation online can help you save time and money while maximizing student participation and engagement. Throughout this training you will hear how the University of Washington implemented three phases over three years to move more of their orientation online and to continuously improve elements of the process. As we work through […]
See how one institution is seamlessly integrating career readiness modules into curricula. Agenda We will begin this live webcast with an example of how the framework has been used successfully, describe its flexibility, and show how faculty can easily plug their curriculum into it. We will then discuss: Determining which competencies to use to build […]
Learn how one institution is innovating in mentorship models and practices. Overview We’ve designed this 60-minute broadcast to showcase an innovative practice in higher education. While we can’t promise that you’ll be able to replicate Franklin & Marshall’s success, you will learn about the main successes and challenges of their model. Plus, you’ll have the […]
Innovation spaces are giving students an opportunity to merge the classroom, their future careers, and entrepreneurial spirit all into one place. As colleges assess how to attract and retain students, these spaces foster the creative and collaborative culture of today, while forging a connection between industry and academia. In this training, you will learn […]
Agenda Designing and Disseminating Donor Surveys Analyzing and Leveraging Feedback Leveraging both collective and individual responses
One of the biggest barriers in moving toward a more holistic, and centralized corporate engagement strategy is knowing how to bring together disparate efforts, people, and corporate touchpoints across campus to move forward with a more comprehensive relationship with a company. Join us online to learn how to develop a cross-functional group that will help […]
Formalize a stewardship plan for your top donors that lays a framework for future giving. Agenda Strategic Stewardship in Practice The look and feel of customized donor relations Perfecting the “surprise and delight†factor Eight Areas of Engagement Understanding the different areas of focus for your plan Examples in each area Walkthrough: Sample Strategic Stewardship […]
Learn how to utilize a wellness intervention plan to help you overcome social justice fatigue. Agenda During this webcast, our instructor will cover: Primary Causes of Social Justice Fatigue How to Use and Create Your Own Wellness Intervention Plans and Tools Benefits to Your Institution’s Productivity Overall productivity and advocacy for professionals Improved campus climate […]
More and more public universities are successfully creating, expanding, and refining Honors Programs/Colleges, yet these colleges are not getting the level of attention from potential applicants to make them as successful as they can be. Join us for this online training to explore how you can use data to build a better brand and promote […]
Learn how to solicit and cultivate your advisory and alumni boards. Agenda Encourage personal commitments from members Educate boards about the financial mission and goals of the institution Engage members in donor relations and stewardship Inspire boards to foster connections for the university
Microaggressions don’t necessarily reflect bad intent but can still be very damaging. Therefore, it is important to proactively identify and address microaggressions within your department and your institution before they become a problem. Learning to properly spot and address these statements can improve your campus climate while reducing absenteeism, turnover, and employee complaints. This toolkit […]
Is your market position supported by data or by anecdotes? The reality is that a surprisingly large number of institutions still work from the latter when defining their brand in a competitive landscape. Your institution might boast qualities such as: “academic excellence,” “diversity,” or “career readiness,” but would your students agree? With a data-informed understanding […]
Build self-awareness strategies to foster cultural inclusion in your departmental meetings. Agenda After a brief overview of the empirical research that demonstrates the propensity for departmental heads to bring bias to the meetings they facilitate, our instructor will dive deeper into how to: 1. Establish tools to become an effective Reflective-Practitioner. 2. Understand and practice […]
Learn how to more effectively move your department through change. Agenda Phase 1: Shock and Denial Phase 2: Anger and Fear Phase 3: Acceptance Phase 4: Rebuilding
Learn communication techniques to effectively interact with students experiencing mental health issues. Agenda There are several communication strategies to support the needs of students who might be experiencing mental health challenges. Our instructor Dr. Jackie Leibsohn will walk through and explain the following essential interaction techniques: Paraphrasing Empathy Feedback Questioning Directing Discrepancy
Creating Digital Badges to Incentivize Participation in Faculty Development Badges are more than just participation trophies. Design them to commensurately represent the knowledge and skills gained.
CBE programs are becoming more ubiquitous in higher ed, but there is still a lot of gray area around ensuring accountability that experiential knowledge is commensurate with college-level learning. Many are still trying to answer questions like: what’s the best way to award and represent this learning and knowledge? How can we ensure an equitable […]
