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The Inevitability Of Playing Politics As Chair: Advantages And Pitfalls, Domenick Pinto Jan 2017

The Inevitability Of Playing Politics As Chair: Advantages And Pitfalls, Domenick Pinto

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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.


The Challenges Of Being Chair In 2015: A 28 Year Perspective, Domenick Pinto Jan 2015

The Challenges Of Being Chair In 2015: A 28 Year Perspective, Domenick Pinto

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For 28 years as chair, I have witnessed the evolution of the role of chairperson as entrepreneurial skills, conflict resolution and time management have become increasingly vital to the success of the chair. My session will summarize the challenges that chairs must now face and overcome in 2015. The session will help relatively new and new chairs face scenarios and how to problem solve them.