Federal agencies are increasing staff and planning to conduct more audits on federal research money for grants and contracts in 2016. This webcast will show you how to apply data analytics to proactively manage and monitor your research compliance efforts. You will leave with a better means for reviewing costs that may be red flags in the event that your institution is audited.
This event will teach you how to create an efficient web-based one-stop shop for enrollment services using technology to increase speed and efficiency. You will learn how Thomas Edison State College was able to build an award-winning online one-stop center from scratch using phone, email, and an online database while simultaneously ensuring that students didn’t feel disconnected from the institution.
Learn how to balance students’ First Amendment rights with your institutional interest in maintaining a productive educational environment. Through case studies from real-life examples, you will get expert tips on how to effectively and appropriately address student activism in classrooms, on campus grounds, on social media, off campus, and more. Understanding the legal standards governing students’ rights and acceptable restrictions goes a long way toward protecting your students’ freedom and institution’s reputation. With public demonstrations and symbolic expressions continuing to rise on campus, you cannot afford to miss this training.
Gain a better understanding of what data and reports you need to ensure that your donor relations efforts are targeted and successful. You will learn about the essential reports that every donor relations professional should have access to and understand fluently. You will also gain insight into how to leverage those reports to enhance your overall donor relations operation. Learn from Donor Relations Guru, Lynne Wester “I found that Essential Reports for Donor Relations provided a new perspective on information I use every day. Lynne’s presentation will inform ways I think strategically about my work in donor relations.” Chris Bicknell Marden, Associate Director/Stewardship Manager, Colby College “This webinar was full of easy ways to look at your donors and understand your areas that need improvement… This is an especially exceptional webinar for anyone just starting out in the donor relations world. I now have great ideas and the tools I need to hit the ground running.” Sarah Eimer, Director of Donor Relations, Emporia State University Foundation
Experienced academic and administrative employees are the pillars for many institutions in higher education. However, with many faculty and staff members working well into their 60’s and 70’s, administrators face the challenge of supporting an aging workforce while having the appropriate policies and procedures in place. Learn how to better balance the interests of your employees with the needs of your institution. This webcast will cover: Laws governing discrimination and how to remain in compliance Appropriate steps for dealing with diminishing capabilities Performance reviews, policies, and procedures
This online training will give you strategies for engaging faculty and staff to help international students build the skills that are essential for their academic success. You will gain ideas for providing targeted co-curricular academic literacy support to help students perform better in the classroom. You will learn how to: Identify barriers to students developing their academic literacy Build courses and services to support student development Engage faculty, staff, and the students themselves in the process Assess the impact of initiatives and learning
More accurately report your institution’s fundraising efforts under FASB accounting standards. Agenda Understanding the intricacies of: IRS regulations CASE gift reporting and the legacy of old-style fund accounting Financial accounting Changes to gifts from a previous period Gift posting process (gift feed) Addressing difficult topics Restricted gift income Deferred gifts (CRATs, CGAs, and CRUTS) In-Kind gifts: Services vs. tangible property Insurance policies Pledges, payments, and outright gifts Attendee examples Partnering with your finance office for improved reporting Building a better relationship with your finance office counterparts Working within your finance office’s reconciliation process
Learn the implications that direct assessment can have for your institution’s accreditation and financial aid. Agenda Understanding direct assessment Competency-based education (CBE) Title IV provision allowing for financial aid Role of assessment in CBE Accreditation for CBE programs Financial aid for CBE programs Applying for approval under the “direct assessment†provision
Help students build their academic grit by identifying resiliency challenges and offering them practical solutions. Whether you are pointing students toward campus resources or coaching students directly, you will leave this training better able to promote success and persistence. You will learn interventions that you can start using immediately both in person and online to help students: Build self-efficacy in the classroom Improve faculty interaction skills Overcome life barriers Integrate into campus life and culture “Sue was very articulate and the flow of the webcast was excellent. I felt engaged and even though I have more than 10 years in higher ed, I took away new ideas.” Anne Marie Hodges, Chamberlain College of Nursing “It was very helpful! I especially appreciated the interactive activity. It was handled very well. Going through the specific questions or suggestions you might give to a student helped me ground the general advice that the presenter gave.” Carolina De la Rosa, Student Engagement Specialist, SUNY Plattsburgh
Get the information you need to conduct efficient and effective internal investigations for complaints against faculty and staff. Whether you are new to internal investigations or new to higher education, join us online to walk through the process of what you must accomplish during an internal investigation. You will learn the necessities of internal investigations from an attorney and from a practitioner in higher education, including: What needs to be investigated, and who needs to be involved Critical components of every investigation Proper report-writing and documentation Communication strategies for internal and external parties Register for a recording of this webcast, and keep it in your training library to supplement your existing training of current and future investigators. Note: This program will not cover civil rights investigations related to Title IX.
Learn how one institution grew their parent giving by 50% to $2M in five years. Agenda Institutional Context Parent Program Structure Annual fund (unrestricted and designated to support opportunities) Parent programs and relationships across campus Parent development committee Welcome calls to incoming freshman/transfer families Communications Website community Welcome invitation to incoming families and for parent committee Parent guide Solicitations and appeals Committees Giving expectations (median, not minimum) Multiple opportunities for involvement (beyond tuition and annual fund donations) Goal of cultivation rather than only outward fundraising Results Parents of Alumni Development Lasting cultivation Results
Stewarding annual donors is notoriously difficult, but is also vital to retaining these donors. The key to stewarding these donors lies in using existing resources and opportunities to maximize your time, budget, and stewardship efforts. Watch this recorded online training to hear how the University of Tampa increased giving by 11% in their first year with intentional stewardship touches, without increasing their budget.
Integrating annual giving throughout your campaign gives you the best chance to make the most of your donors’ potential and promote sustained annual giving following the campaign. Join us online to learn how to seamlessly incorporate your annual giving program throughout your current or upcoming campaign. Through examples of institutional best practices you will learn: Key strategies for growth and development in each campaign phase Cultivation and solicitation tactics for donors across giving levels Best practices for sustaining your success after your campaign closes
Which planned gift vehicle is best for your top prospects? Agenda Planned giving vehicle benefits Tax implications Wealth allocation Essential planned gift vehicles with case study examples Revocable Gifts Bequests: wills/living trusts Retirement plan beneficiary POD assets/beneficiary deeds Life insurance beneficiary Irrevocable Gifts Life-income plans Life Estate Lead Trust Resource: Planned Giving Matrix Identifying the right donors Questions to ask (Resource: Strategic Questions) Key information needed Putting it into action: Donor profiles + gifts
When was the last time you updated your faculty handbook? Agenda A Brief Overview of Common Problems with Faculty Handbooks Outdated handbook models Contractual issues, costs, and morale implications Outline of Common Problems and Solutions Common problem #1: Inconsistent appointment letters and using handbooks as contracts Common problem #2: Failure to define essential terms Key terms to define Alignment with institutional policies Common problem #3: Inconsistent tenure standards, discipline/dismissal procedures, and appeal/grievance provisions Articulating key provisions Ensuring early intervention Consistency with shared governance Common problem #4: Unworkable/Obsolete/Illegal provisions including amendment limitations Streamlining the handbook Ensuring compliance with current laws Common Problem #5: Unnecessary or inappropriate material (including common provisions that should not be included in the handbook) Next Steps/Final Q&A Setting a schedule/timeframe Involving faculty
This online training will give you guidance for supporting students who pose a threat to themselves while remaining compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This is a great opportunity to learn how to update your policies and procedures to align with changing interpretations of Title II and Title III of the ADA. You will get action steps for dealing with a student who poses a threat to self and learn the fundamentals of addressing individual self-harm cases, including suicidal ideation, substance abuse, and eating disorders.
Many student affairs leaders have executed small fundraising efforts; very few have a strategic plan to gain support that can sustain or grow critical initiatives. Join us online to explore a proven model for developing a systematized fundraising operation for your student affairs division. You will leave with considerations for: Identifying fundraising priorities Structuring your fundraising operation Setting achievable goals for your department Building cross-campus relationships to meet goals
Are you ready to file your VSE report? Prior to the webcast please watch these two pre-webcast recordings that cover the fundamentals of CASE and VSE reporting, including: Separating reporting standards from donor recognition practices Contrasting the VSE and the campaign survey CASE standards vs. IRS rules: similarities and differences If you or your colleagues are new to CASE and VSE reporting, it is highly recommended that you review this material prior to the webcast: Pre-webcast recording #1 Pre-webcast recording #2 Agenda Overview of webcast recording The Voluntary Support of Education Survey (VSE) Breaking down the VSE survey, section by section The data miner Case study examples of tricky reporting situations The CASE Survey of Comprehensive Campaign Activity Breaking down the CASE survey, section by section The survey vs. local reporting Case study examples of tricky reporting situations
Student donors are three times more likely to give after graduation. Agenda Institutional Context and Programs Background Student Foundation Organizational structure Lifecycle of a gift Development of gifts Investment Allocations Campus impact Student Alumni Association Organizational structure Philanthropy Alumni connection programming Spirit, tradition, and pride events How Programs Intersect, Looking Ahead and Takeaways for Your Institution
Whether you are about to enter your first negotiation or are renegotiating a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for your adjunct faculty, you need to have a defined plan as you enter talks. This webcast will share how to begin the bargaining process, best practices during your negotiations, and next steps as you enter negotiations on your own campus. Join us online to ensure that you are prepared to enter your CBA negotiations with a plan. We will cover important aspects of negotiation, including: Pay structure/wages General benefits Job security
