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Workplace Bullying In Higher Education: What Chairpersons Need To Know, Jared Rawlings
Workplace Bullying In Higher Education: What Chairpersons Need To Know, Jared Rawlings
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Workplace bullying behavior exists in higher education and the purpose of this session is to present current research about bullying behaviors, explain the impact of bullying between and among populations (faculty and staff), explicate legal and ethical issues, and model practices for academic chairpersons to address bullying behaviors.
How Behaviorism Shaped A New Department Chair's Approach To Leadership, Diane Myers
How Behaviorism Shaped A New Department Chair's Approach To Leadership, Diane Myers
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
During this presentation, a second-year department chair will discuss how her background in behaviorism (specifically, in positive behavior interventions and supports) shaped her approach to working with faculty. She will share successes, not-quite-successes, and other lessons learned from implementing a behavioral approach to leadership.
Supporting Adjunct Faculty, Sarah Edwards
Supporting Adjunct Faculty, Sarah Edwards
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
One of a chairperson’s many duties is to hire and support adjunct faculty. Helping adjuncts get to know campus policies, grow their instructional expertise and contribute to program assessments is a huge responsibility for a chairperson. Come hear practices that can support you as you work to support adjunct faculty.
Interim Leadership Positions: The Kobayashi Maru Of Academia?, Alisha Ortiz, Julie A. Ray, Victor R. Wilburn, Melissa Odegard-Koester, Jeremy Ball
Interim Leadership Positions: The Kobayashi Maru Of Academia?, Alisha Ortiz, Julie A. Ray, Victor R. Wilburn, Melissa Odegard-Koester, Jeremy Ball
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Leading a department through a transition such as reorganization or restructuring is difficult. When the unit leader is in an interim position, this is even more complicated. This presentation will be led by faculty who were all in interim leadership positions during major transitions in leadership, restructuring, and staff layoffs.
Supporting Faculty At All Levels Through The Growth Mentoring Program, Yojanna Cuenca-Carlino, Stacey Jones Bock, Tara Kaczorowski
Supporting Faculty At All Levels Through The Growth Mentoring Program, Yojanna Cuenca-Carlino, Stacey Jones Bock, Tara Kaczorowski
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Presenters will share the process of developing a cross-mentoring program designed to support faculty in teaching and scholarship. The program provided professional development through workshops and peer-mentoring in teaching through the use of video analysis. Presenters will discuss empirical results, lessons learned, and recommendations for replication in other institutions.
Implementing The Guided Pathways Model: A Case For Change Management And Transformation, Russell Frohardt, Janie C. Scott
Implementing The Guided Pathways Model: A Case For Change Management And Transformation, Russell Frohardt, Janie C. Scott
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Wouldn’t we all love to roll out changes according to best practices and reliable data? This session includes a case study on change management at a large community college, as well as a discussion on the strategies and best practices used to help academic leaders implement the Guided Pathways Model.
"The Inevitability Of Playing Politics As Chair: Advantages And Pitfalls”, Domenick J. Pinto
"The Inevitability Of Playing Politics As Chair: Advantages And Pitfalls”, Domenick J. Pinto
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Politics is a term often frowned upon as it pertains to the role of an academic leader. However as chair for almost 30 years it has become an essential yet sometimes unwanted aspect of the daily rigors of the position. This workshop explores the advantages and pitfalls of “playing politics” as a department chair and allows interactivity among participants in “what if” scenarios.
Navigating The Micropolitical Landscape Of Higher Education, Jared Rawlings
Navigating The Micropolitical Landscape Of Higher Education, Jared Rawlings
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Academic chairpersons experience conflicts with a variety of stakeholders in higher education. The purpose of this session is to present current research about micropolitics in education and discuss strategies for understanding the micropolitical landscape of academia and for attaining micropolitical literacy to navigating conflicts.
Redesigning Your Role As Department Chair, Ann Tate Dean, Kimberly A. Delauro, Dawn Eaton Dr.
Redesigning Your Role As Department Chair, Ann Tate Dean, Kimberly A. Delauro, Dawn Eaton Dr.
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
At San Jacinto College, the role of the department chair has changed significantly from the traditional model. The new structure allows for efficient communication, enhanced supervision, long-range planning, proactive problem-solving, faculty development, and innovative projects while also being more engaged in strategic initiatives and student success initiatives.
Building Capacity Through Facilitated Conversations, Sarah Edwards
Building Capacity Through Facilitated Conversations, Sarah Edwards
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
While there is a national call for more training and support for department chairs who are positioned to have direct impact on faculty quality, only 3-4% report having received any type of formal training. Collectively sharing resources and facilitating conversations is a fiscally responsible way to support the development of all chairs and directors on a campus. This presentation will provide one institution’s journey and model for providing necessary training and support to chairs and directors.
Academic Leaders And Decision Making, Dean (Dino) J. Laury Dr.
Academic Leaders And Decision Making, Dean (Dino) J. Laury Dr.
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Presenter and participants will discuss decision-making strategies and best practices available to chairs (new or veterans) to support the decision-making process within department operations that are reasonable and meaningful to the department culture.
Impementing Self-Study Review Feedback, Margaret A. Thomas-Evans, Denise Bullock
Impementing Self-Study Review Feedback, Margaret A. Thomas-Evans, Denise Bullock
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Department Chairs who are writing a self-study or program review will benefit from this session on implementing self-study review feedback and learn how to leverage feedback to argue for new hires, additional resources for projects, and support for worthwhile initiatives.
Competency Map Of The Academic Chair, David A. Line, Stephen F. Pyle
Competency Map Of The Academic Chair, David A. Line, Stephen F. Pyle
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
The growth of Competency Based Education (CBE) has led to the strengthening of programs in many fields. This trend has introduced new opportunities to assess student progress and program outcomes. Competency Based Chairing uses these same tools to develop stronger chairs. This interactive session explores ways of getting the most out of professional competencies in our growth as chairs.
Maximizing Faculty Performance, Mary Devine
Maximizing Faculty Performance, Mary Devine
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
This session will explore the ways that we can support faculty to be innovative and achieve high standards of student service, and will provide you with strategies for helping faculty to stay ‘on track’ with department goals. Engaging and motivating part-time faculty will also be covered in the workshop. Connect with fellow chairs to share and be inspired by the practice of other chairs as they strive maximize faculty performance.
Interim To Permanent Chair: Leaders For Today, Neporcha Cone, Corrie L. Davis
Interim To Permanent Chair: Leaders For Today, Neporcha Cone, Corrie L. Davis
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
The work of a department chair is demanding and rewarding. However, when stepping into this role on an interim basis, one is faced with the same responsibilities that a permanent chair must endure. The presenters will share lessons learned from being interim chairs, afterwards providing tips for a successful transition.
Time Management For Department Chairs, Christian K. Hansen
Time Management For Department Chairs, Christian K. Hansen
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
In this workshop we discuss time management specifically from the perspective of an academic department chair. Topics covered include management of workflow, prioritizing projects and tasks, delegating effectively, reducing timewasters and using data-centered tools for budgeting and managing time. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in small group discussions using case studies developed based on real-world experiences.
Communication, Collaboration And Commitment: Overcoming Conflict With Engaged Leadership, Charles P. Gause
Communication, Collaboration And Commitment: Overcoming Conflict With Engaged Leadership, Charles P. Gause
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Leadership is the ability to build and sustain high performance teams to achieve identified goals. Communication, Collaboration and Commitment are specific elements central to the survival and effectiveness of successful teams. This interactive presentation provides participants with a framework and solutions for being an engaging leader who resolves conflict.
Development For Department Chairs: Why Fundraising Is Now Part Of The Job, Craig D. Hlavac
Development For Department Chairs: Why Fundraising Is Now Part Of The Job, Craig D. Hlavac
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Development in higher education is often used synonymously with fundraising – and many believe both are relegated to the Office of Institutional Advancement and perhaps the Deans. However, the work of development in the contemporary university is quickly becoming everyone’s responsibility – including Department Chairs. While many chairs may have experience in writing grants to bring in revenue, the skills required to work with prospective donors are quite different. This session will provide all chairs with tools and resources focused on fundraising for the academic department. Donor relations, building a relationship with Institutional Advancement, and developing a department-based advisory board …
Leading From The Middle: Lessons Learned For New Chairs, Christopher Jochum, Jared Rawlings
Leading From The Middle: Lessons Learned For New Chairs, Christopher Jochum, Jared Rawlings
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
In this session, two academic chairs will share lessons learned during their first years leading a department. This session will include advice related to faculty development, managing conflicts, academic accreditation, initiating new programs, working with higher administration and time management for active teacher-scholars.
Being Comfortable With The Uncomfortable: Tips For Addressing Conflict, Christopher Jochum
Being Comfortable With The Uncomfortable: Tips For Addressing Conflict, Christopher Jochum
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
In this session, the topic of conversation will focus on how to effectively address conflict with both faculty, staff and students. The facilitator will offer proven-tips he’s used as a department chair, which were gleaned and/or developed in consultation with mentors, colleagues and even legal counsel.
Collaborative College Leadership, Maureen E. Wilson, Dawn M. Shinew, Brian M. Campbell, Trinka E. Messenheimer, Mary M. Murray, Patrick D. Pauken, Mark A. Seals, Deborah G. Wooldridge
Collaborative College Leadership, Maureen E. Wilson, Dawn M. Shinew, Brian M. Campbell, Trinka E. Messenheimer, Mary M. Murray, Patrick D. Pauken, Mark A. Seals, Deborah G. Wooldridge
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
With the collaborative leadership style of a new dean, the Dean’s Executive Council (associate deans, school directors, chair) in the BGSU College of Education and Human Development transformed operations of the team and our work with college faculty. This has reenergized the college and garnered substantial faculty support and engagement.
Building Blocks Of Effective Leadership, Katherine Frank, Kristi Haik, Royce Smith
Building Blocks Of Effective Leadership, Katherine Frank, Kristi Haik, Royce Smith
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Three individuals will share their perspectives about mentoring and guidance within academia. They will discuss how the networking, questioning and formation of feedback opportunities in their relationships have contributed to their evolution as administrators—from department chair to provost.
Antiracist Academic Leadership In Wake Of Charlottesville, David S. Owen
Antiracist Academic Leadership In Wake Of Charlottesville, David S. Owen
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
What obligations do chairpersons have to confront white supremacy when it impacts departmental and campus climates? And, what steps should chairpersons take when white nationalists come to campus? Participants in this session will have an opportunity to discuss these and other questions and explore the requirements of academic leadership that is avowedly antiracist.
Department Chair As University Change Agent: A Practitioner-Researcher Leadership Model, Robbie J. Steward Ph.D.
Department Chair As University Change Agent: A Practitioner-Researcher Leadership Model, Robbie J. Steward Ph.D.
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
This symposium describes the leadership of department chair, who assumes the position as an institutional change agent by implementing strategies associated with leadership using the practitioner-researcher model. Positive outcomes and unanticipated consequences and implications will be discussed.
Effective Department Meetings: The Right Approach Varies, Deborah S. Richardson, Richard Griner, Angela Morgan, James Burgess
Effective Department Meetings: The Right Approach Varies, Deborah S. Richardson, Richard Griner, Angela Morgan, James Burgess
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
This workshop will provide positive and instrumental approaches to meeting planning and management that allow chairs to effectively address challenging situations with confidence. Scenarios where specific meeting dynamics may be implemented to address difficult situations or maximize productivity will be discussed in breakout groups and finally considered by all.
Inspired Leadership: Using Spiritual Principles To Guide Department Chair Work, Kathy A. Gainor Ph.D.
Inspired Leadership: Using Spiritual Principles To Guide Department Chair Work, Kathy A. Gainor Ph.D.
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
In this workshop, participants will explore six universal spiritual principles that can be useful in guiding one’s work as a department chair in a way that upholds that mission of the department and facilitates stress reduction and mental health of the chairperson. Case studies from the experiences of department chairs will be examined.
Successfully Navigating The Merger Of Three Academic Departments Into One, Amy B. Harkins Phd, Mardell A. Wilson Edd
Successfully Navigating The Merger Of Three Academic Departments Into One, Amy B. Harkins Phd, Mardell A. Wilson Edd
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
The presentation will focus on the reasons that lead to the merger, the actual process of the merger, various change-management strategies, and the lessons learned. Participants will be encouraged to actively engage with questions and discussions throughout the presentation.
Servant Leadership In Higher Education, Alicia Domack
Servant Leadership In Higher Education, Alicia Domack
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
The purpose of this presentation is to orient the audience to the tenets of servant leadership and provide examples of how servant leadership can be applied in higher education.
Budgeting Basics For New Academic Chairpersons, N. Douglas Lees, David J. Malik, Jane R. Williams
Budgeting Basics For New Academic Chairpersons, N. Douglas Lees, David J. Malik, Jane R. Williams
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
The session is geared to new chairpersons who have little or no experience with budgets. Emphases will be placed on working with the dean to create fiscal flexibility and to incentivize budget expansion.
Meeting In The Middle: Strategies For Successful Union-Administration Collaboration, Kristi Haik, Mary Elizabeth Zimmer
Meeting In The Middle: Strategies For Successful Union-Administration Collaboration, Kristi Haik, Mary Elizabeth Zimmer
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Presenters and participants will discuss best practices and develop strategies to create a collaborative working environment within a higher education-union culture.