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Establishing And Maintaining A Personal Leadership Network, Jared Rawlings, Christopher Jochum
Establishing And Maintaining A Personal Leadership Network, Jared Rawlings, Christopher Jochum
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
In this session, two academic leaders will share lessons learned during their first years leading a department. This session will include advice related to establishing and maintaining a personal leadership network.
Managing Time And Stress During A Pandemic, Christian K. Hansen
Managing Time And Stress During A Pandemic, Christian K. Hansen
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
In this workshop we discuss time and stress management specifically from the perspective of an academic department chair leading an academic department through a pandemic. The focus will be on practical strategies for effective use of time, not only at a personal level, but also at a department wide level, when there are limited opportunities to interact on a daily basis. In this live virtual workshop, participants will have the opportunity to engage in small group discussions via Zoom breakout rooms.
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.
Time Management For Department Chairs, Christian K. Hansen
Time Management For Department Chairs, Christian K. Hansen
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
Most department chairs face the challenge of getting important tasks completed under time constraints in an environment of frequent interruptions. Department leaders are often bombarded with demands from students, faculty and administrators and spend an excessive number of hours each day managing tasks that are often associated with tight deadlines. The nature of the chair position is likely to result in stress, burn out, and other unhealthy situations. This workshop presents strategies and proven practices for taking control of the available time and getting the job done while managing stress and giving priority to leading a healthy and enriching personal …
Regaining Control Of Your Email, Gian S. Pagnucci, Ethan W. Krase
Regaining Control Of Your Email, Gian S. Pagnucci, Ethan W. Krase
Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings
This session will introduce department chairpersons and administrators to a variety of email management techniques for helping perform one’s job more effectively. The presentation will cover email management techniques and practical strategies. Attendees will leave with new ideas for how to manage email more effectively and thereby reduce stress levels.