Academic Leaders Institute
Overview
The Academic Leaders Institute (ALI) offers competency-based training to support the successful preparation of faculty for leadership roles. Building upon the insights and experience of effective campus leaders, the program identifies –and helps cultivate– the knowledge, skills, and personal qualities recognized as critical to effective departmental and campus leadership. This program serves Department Chairs and Associate Chairs, Program and Institute Directors and Associate Directors, Deans and Associate Deans, as well as other interested faculty. A menu of options to promote the growth and development of faculty leaders is available, ranging from those which help to create a pipeline to leadership, orientation for newly appointed campus leaders, and ongoing opportunities for developing current leaders. You can learn more about how the competency model was developed. Questions? Email OFAFDS@colorado.edu.
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ALI Offerings
New & Returning Chairs Orientation:
In response to requests for training that is specific to the roles and responsibilities of department chairs, this Orientation is designed for first-time chairs appointed for a term beginning in AY2025–26 or AY2026–27, as well as chairs returning to this role after a gap of five or more years. In this first year, attendance is encouraged but not required.
This event is by invitation only.
Academic Leaders Institute Fall Summit:
A yearly gathering that brings together academic leaders for professional development centered on a timely theme, and to connect with diverse leader colleagues from across CU Boulder. This year’s theme is Artificial Intelligence (AI).
This event is by invitation only.
New & Returning Leaders Orientation:
This orientation is an opportunity to connect with diverse leader colleagues from across CU Boulder, who can serve as sources of friendship, support, experience, and knowledge. It is an opportunity to gain and renew essential leadership skills and knowledge.
Participation is by invitation to academic leaders.
ALI Workshops: Onboarding and ongoing professional development for academic leaders are offered throughout the academic year. The knowledge, skills, and abilities learned through these workshops correspond to those identified as critical actions and behaviors that CU academic leaders must demonstrate to be effective on the job, as described in the Academic Leaders Competency Model. Leave with a concrete action or tool you can use! Learn about the resources on our campus to help you problem-solve and be an effective leader.
- Addressing the Needs of LGBTQIA Students
- Responding to Concerns of Unprofessional Conduct
- Coaching for a Growth Mindset
- Social Intelligence
- Dealing with Porcupines
- The Secrets of Successful Chairs
- Facilitating Collaborative and Effective Meetings
- Supporting Teams and Individuals in Conflict
- Resiliency Skills for Faculty
- The Trauma of Oppression
- Comprehensive Review, Reappointment, and Promotion (Overview)
- Comprehensive Review, Reappointment, and Promotions (Nitty Gritty)
- Managing Microaggressions in Your Unit
- Performance Management Essentials for Academic Leaders
- Supporting Survivors: How to Respond in a Trauma-Informed Way to Someone Who Discloses a Traumatic Experience
- Leading Groups Through Conflict De-escalating Conflict
These ALI offerings are not recorded to create a comfortable environment for open, candid discussions and engagement. If you would like to request accommodations including real-time captioning or a sign language interpreter for an event, please contact the ADA Compliance Office at adacoordinator@colorado.edu or visit the ADA & Accessibility website. Two weeks advance notice of need for accommodations is requested.
Questions? Email OFAFDS@colorado.edu.