New Chair Learning Community provides new department chairs with a collaborative environment to share and receive peer support and build skills as they embark on the new challenge of department leadership.
The New Chair Learning Community aims to provide new department chairs (1st and 2nd year) a collaborative environment for sharing and receiving peer support. Topics for each session are driven by participant interests and what the group determines as their most urgent needs at a given time. Additional consultation with Holly Cashman, New Chair Learning Community facilitator and Provost Leadership Fellow is available. New chairs are always welcome and regular participation is highly recommended.
Current Sessions
| Date | Time | Potential Topics |
| Tuesday, September 12, 2023 |
12:00 – 1:15 pm 113 Conant Hall |
What kind of chair will you be? Defining your approach and setting expectations Time management |
| Thursday, November 2, 2023 |
8:30 - 1:15 pm 113 Conant Hall |
Assessing climate, addressing issues, creating community Mentoring - formal and informal |
| Friday, February 9, 2024 |
12:00 – 1:15 pm 113 Conant Hall |
Managing change, building on success Setting goals, working toward a common vision |
| Wednesday, March 27 |
8:30 - 1:15 pm 113 Conant Hall |
Annual reviews, classroom evaluations, and giving feedback Promotion, P&T |
