Volume 5 no. 3

Data Literacy Essentials for Higher Education Professionals

This online asynchronous program provides an overview of understanding data creation, use, analysis, interpretation, and storytelling for higher education professionals looking to increase their data literacy skills. Participants will build confidence and competency using data by learning and practicing techniques for incorporating data into their daily work and career goals.

Designed for: anyone working in higher education who analyzes data or makes data-based recommendations or decisions.

Course One: Fundamentals of Working with Data

Dates: Feb. 18 – March 31 or May 13 – June 23

A comprehensive introduction to the basics of data literacy in higher education covering the data lifecycle, governance, and analysis. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of key data concepts and terminology including the essential components of data analysis.

Course Two: Storytelling with Data

Dates: April 1 – May 12 or June 24 – Aug. 4

Builds on foundational data analysis skills to learn how to transform data insights into compelling and informative stories tailored for specific audiences in higher education. It is designed for those who have completed Course One or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge.

NEW! Crucial Learning

Courses available for SUNY employees at a discount

Elevate your skills with our five crucial learning courses, each designed to transform your personal and professional growth. From mastering productivity, to strengthening communication and accountability, and leading change, these courses provide the tools you need to thrive.

Choose from 5 online, self-paced courses:



• Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• Crucial Influence
• Getting Things Done
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning

Public Good U registration closes January 29th. Join us for an engaging and transformative conference dedicated to exploring the vital role of public higher education as a public good in the 21st century. This timely event will bring together educators, academic administrators, policy makers, and business leaders to address the challenges and opportunities facing public higher education institutions, students, faculty, and staff.

Learning Theories and Teaching Practices

for Diverse Students

February 11 – March 17

Consider key questions in theories on learning, focusing on constructivist theories, as a foundation for designing and implementing effective teaching practices for students with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Designed for: faculty, staff, graduate assistants/teaching assistants, and librarians who have teaching responsibilities or who plan to teach in the future.

Call for Instructor:

 Equitable Evaluation and Assessment

The SUNY Center for Professional Development is looking for an instructor to teach the Equitable Evaluation and Assessment course in the online asynchronous Inclusive Teaching and Learning Certificate Program (suny.edu/itlcert). If interested, please review the document linked below with details about responsibilities and compensation.

To apply, email the following to Chris Price (chris.price@suny.edu) by Monday, February 3rd:



• Summary of your background in teaching about equitable evaluation and assessment of student learning (required).
• Summary of your experience delivering professional development programs to faculty and staff in higher education – either face-to-face or online (preferred).
• Resume/CV

SUNY New Faculty Peer Mentoring Program

The New Faculty Peer Mentoring Program is being offered this Spring at no cost to tenure track faculty on all SUNY campuses. Meetings will take place in Zoom every other Monday from 2-3 pm starting January 27th and ending May 5th. The meetings are not recorded.

The SUNY New Faculty Peer Mentoring Community is designed to support the work of new tenure track SUNY colleagues in their first two years. This Peer Mentoring Community offers new faculty an opportunity to talk about vital issues as teachers, scholars, and advisors.

Mindful Leadership Spring 2025

Last Chance to Register – Begins January 28th

Intro to Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindful Communication

Mindful

Leadership

An overview of the concepts, research and practices associated with mindfulness and meditation. Learn the scientific, emotional, mental and physical benefits of mindfulness and meditation to reduce stress, promote inner peace, have better relationships and enjoy life more fully.

A practical, experiential, and theoretical introduction to mindful communication, exploring a range of communicative contexts and settings such as listening, intra and interpersonal communication, and intercultural communication, as well as workplace, group, and leadership communication.

Illuminate the important role mindfulness plays in leadership development today. Learn how mindfulness can create positive organizational change, improve teamwork, increase resiliency, reduce stress and bring clarity to decision making processes – even during times of crisis.

Project Management Fundamentals

Location: Online Synchronous Zoom Class

Date: Wednesday, March 12th and Wednesday, March 19th



Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST



Dive into the project management life cycle. This workshop seeks to provide a common framework and language for people to use when working on project teams. It is not designed for people already working in project management roles, but rather, designed for people new to project management with little or no formal training. The focus of the training is to help SUNY employees understand the concepts and improve their project management skills.

Instructional Design Certificate Program

This asynchronous, 18-week certification program focuses on equipping participants with skills in instructional design, assessment development, course evaluation, and the utilization of assessment data and feedback for continual course enhancement. Design and develop engaging, inclusive, and effective learning experiences while mastering the creation of effective assessments.

• Course 1: Foundations of Instructional Design February 18 – March 31
• Course 2: Equitable Assessment Design and Course Evaluation April 1 – May 12
• Course 3: Advanced Instructional Design and Course Enhancement June 3 – July 7

SUNY Conference on Instruction and Technology

Vendor Registration for the 33rd Annual SUNY Conference on Instruction & Technology (CIT) is now open.

CIT is an event on instructional technology, providing a forum for faculty, instructional support professionals, and policymakers to present, discuss, and explore innovative avenues for integrating technology into the teaching and learning environment.

The theme for 2025, Human-Centered Learning: Tensions, Innovations, and Inclusion in the Future of Education is supported by five tracks:

• Adapting to a Changing Educational Environment

• Content Creation and Authorship

• Evolving Pedagogies and Frameworks

• Building Relationships and Support Networks

• Equitable Practices for All Learners

SUNY Digital Learning Conference

March 12th – March 13th

Binghamton University

Registration is now open for the SUNY Digital Learning Conference.

For this open, two-day, conference, we invite faculty, technologists, librarians, teaching and learning support specialists, and students to engage in discussions and workshops focused on tools and methods essential for effective public humanities work.

Presentations on any aspect of public humanities or community engaged work inside and outside of the classroom are welcome. Themes or categories that are included or may be helpful to think about are:

• creating, exploring or working with local history collections including oral histories
• writing about local news or politics and creating engaged citizen students
• ways of fostering and sustaining long term community relationships
• using digital storytelling tools to create public facing content
• challenges and opportunities engaging students in public facing work
• specific lessons or approaches to working digital tools into classrooms
• fostering student creativity and advocacy through community engaged learning

SUNY Transformation Fund Webinar Series

In support of the SUNY Office of Student Success, SUNY CPD is hosting a two-series of webinars this spring:

Campus Best Practices for Student Success

As part of the SUNY Transformation Fund initiative, this FREE webinar series will provide a platform for campuses to exchange best practices and learn from each other’s experiences. Each session will feature expert speakers and interactive discussions, offering participants valuable insights and actionable strategies to support student success across SUNY campuses.

Dual Admissions Programs – January 29^th at 12:00pm

Facilitated by John Delate, Vice President for Enrollment and Student Affairs at SUNY Adirondack, hear more about the dual admission program between SUNY Adirondack and SUNY Plattsburgh.

Future Sessions Include:

• Adult Learner Engagement (2/12)
• Student Basic Needs Support (3/15)
• Proactive Advising (4/23)

CCA Strategies for Student Success

Ensuring student success and timely graduation is more critical than ever. This FREE Transformation Fund webinar series will delve into Complete College America’s (CCA) proven strategies and best practices. Sessions will provide participants with actionable insights and a comprehensive understanding of how to foster a supportive and effective learning environment across SUNY campuses.

Overview and Kickoff – February 6th at 12:00pm

CCA Strategy Director Meacie Fairfax will set the stage for the series by exploring how Complete College America collaborates with institutions to drive student success.

Future Sessions Include:

• Academic and Career Alignment (2/27)
• Academic Maps & Milestones (3/13)
• First-Year Experience (4/3)
• Smart Schedules (4/10)

Dates to Remember

CPD Joins the American Heart Association Heart Walk!

The CPD is participating in the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk! Our team is gearing up to make strides for heart health on Sunday, March 30th. We invite you to join us in this vital cause to support heart health and save lives.

Through our participation, we are not only promoting our well-being but also contributing to crucial research and educational efforts led by the American Heart Association.

Join the CPD team and help us reach our fundraising goal! Every step counts, and your support makes a significant difference. Check out our team page and learn more about how you can get involved.

Volume 5 no. 4

Focus on Our Mission

SUNY’s Inclusion Quest 2025

Increase Your Accessibility IQ and Remove Barriers to Digital Content

Join us for a year-long initiative to enhance digital accessibility across the SUNY system. Inclusion Quest (IQ) will empower faculty, staff, and students with the latest updates on accessibility laws and best practices. Through workshops, training, collaborative projects, and friendly competition, participants will develop essential skills to create accessible digital content.

Upcoming Webinars:

Navigating the New ADA Title II Requirements: A Framework for Higher Education Professionals

February 28th from 12:00–1:00 PM

Explore recent ADA Title II updates and their impact on higher education. Learn compliance strategies and participate in an interactive Q&A.

Ensuring ADA Title II Compliance in Technology Purchases for Higher Education

March 6th from 12:00–1:00 PM OR March 14, 12:00–1:00 PM

Learn how ADA Title II regulations affect procurement and gain strategies for compliance with third-party digital products.

Call for Designers/Instructors

Academic Advising Certificate

The SUNY Center for Professional Development (CPD) is looking for individuals interested in designing and delivering one of the six-week asynchronous online courses for the Academic Advising Certificate program.

The program serves as a cornerstone for enhancing the quality of academic advising services, promoting student success, and advancing the professionalism of the academic advising field within higher education. While we will consider applications from those outside SUNY, faculty and staff in the System will be given priority. We will also consider applications from co-designers or co-instructors (with compensation divided between them).

Deadline for applications is March 9, 2025.

Data Literacy Essentials for Higher Education Professionals

This online asynchronous program provides an overview of understanding data creation, use, analysis, interpretation, and storytelling for higher education professionals looking to increase their data literacy skills. Participants will build confidence and competency using data by learning and practicing techniques for incorporating data into their daily work and career goals.

Designed for: anyone working in higher education who analyzes data or makes data-based recommendations or decisions.

Storytelling with Data

April 1 – May 12 or June 24 – Aug. 4

Builds on foundational data analysis skills to learn how to transform data insights into compelling and informative stories tailored for specific audiences in higher education. It is designed for those who have completed Course One or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge.

NEW! Crucial Learning

Courses available for SUNY employees at a discount

Featured Course:

Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue

Learn powerful skills to help you speak up quickly, directly, and effectively when it matters most. This course, grounded in decades of social science research, introduces the foundations of holding impactful dialogue and takes a deeper dive into mastering the most challenging conversations, at work and at home.

Otther courses include:

• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• Crucial Influence
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning experience.

Now Accepting Nominations for the SUNY SAIL Summer Leadership Program

SUNY Summer Leadership Retreat

August 4-8, 2025

White Eagle Conference Center, Hamilton, NY

Now Accepting Nominations for the SUNY SAIL Summer Leadership Program. You may nominate yourself or someone else. Submit nominations before April 30th.

Project Management Fundamentals

Location: Online Synchronous Zoom Class

Date: Wednesday, March 12th and Wednesday, March 19th



Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST



Dive into the project management life cycle. This workshop seeks to provide a common framework and language for people to use when working on project teams. It is not designed for people already working in project management roles, but rather, designed for people new to project management with little or no formal training. The focus of the training is to help SUNY employees understand the concepts and improve their project management skills.

Advanced Project Management

Location: Online Zoom Workshop

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2025 and Thursday, May 7, 2025



Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST

Dive into how to best manage and deliver projects for your institution. Those who benefit from this course would typically lead a team of functional and technical staff to implement changes to academic programs, staff and student learning programs, software systems and upgrades, facility and classroom modifications, and other campus and SUNY-wide projects. 

Instructional Design Certificate Program

This asynchronous, 18-week certification program focuses on equipping participants with skills in instructional design, assessment development, course evaluation, and the utilization of assessment data and feedback for continual course enhancement. Design and develop engaging, inclusive, and effective learning experiences while mastering the creation of effective assessments.

• Course 2: Equitable Assessment Design and Course Evaluation April 1 – May 12
• Course 3: Advanced Instructional Design and Course Enhancement June 3 – July 7

SUNY Conference on Instruction and Technology

Vendor Registration for the 33rd Annual SUNY Conference on Instruction & Technology (CIT) is now open.

CIT is an event on instructional technology, providing a forum for faculty, instructional support professionals, and policymakers to present, discuss, and explore innovative avenues for integrating technology into the teaching and learning environment.

The theme for 2025, Human-Centered Learning: Tensions, Innovations, and Inclusion in the Future of Education is supported by five tracks:

• Adapting to a Changing Educational Environment

• Content Creation and Authorship

• Evolving Pedagogies and Frameworks

• Building Relationships and Support Networks

• Equitable Practices for All Learners

SUNY Digital Learning Conference

March 12th – March 13th

Binghamton University

Registration is now open for the SUNY Digital Learning Conference.

For this open, two-day, conference, we invite faculty, technologists, librarians, teaching and learning support specialists, and students to engage in discussions and workshops focused on tools and methods essential for effective public humanities work.

Presentations on any aspect of public humanities or community engaged work inside and outside of the classroom are welcome. Themes or categories that are included or may be helpful to think about are:

• creating, exploring or working with local history collections including oral histories
• writing about local news or politics and creating engaged citizen students
• ways of fostering and sustaining long term community relationships
• using digital storytelling tools to create public facing content
• challenges and opportunities engaging students in public facing work
• specific lessons or approaches to working digital tools into classrooms
• fostering student creativity and advocacy through community engaged learning

SUNY Transformation Fund Webinar Series

In support of the SUNY Office of Student Success, SUNY CPD is hosting a two-series of webinars this spring:

Student Basic Needs Support

As part of the SUNY Transformation Fund initiative, this FREE webinar series will provide a platform for campuses to exchange best practices and learn from each other’s experiences. Each session will feature expert speakers and interactive discussions, offering participants valuable insights and actionable strategies to support student success across SUNY campuses.

March 5, 2025

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 

Presenter: Adam Patterson, Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Christina Annesi, ASAP Director, Erie Community College

Join us for a discussion on Student Basic Needs Support, exploring how institutions can create a culture of care by addressing food insecurity, housing stability, and financial challenges. Learn from experts about best practices and innovative campus initiatives that remove barriers to student well-being.

Future Sessions Include:

• Proactive Advising (4/23)

Academic and Career Alignment

Ensuring student success and timely graduation is more critical than ever. This FREE Transformation Fund webinar series will delve into Complete College America’s (CCA) proven strategies and best practices. Sessions will provide participants with actionable insights and a comprehensive understanding of how to foster a supportive and effective learning environment across SUNY campuses.

February 27th

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Join Dr. Lakeisha Mathews, Director of the Career and Internship Center at the University of Baltimore, for an engaging session on aligning academics with career goals. Learn practical strategies for embedding career readiness into academic pathways, expanding equitable access to internships, and leveraging AI to connect students with tailored career resources and personalized support.

Future Sessions Include:

• Academic Maps & Milestones (3/13)
• First-Year Experience (4/3)
• Smart Schedules (4/10)

Leveraging Generative AI to Create Free and Open Educational Resources webinar

Interested in with AI and OER? Join us for an engaging virtual presentation on Leveraging Generative AI to Create Free and Open Educational Resources on March 25th from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

This session will explore how generative AI, particularly ChatGPT, can enhance the development and dissemination of Open Educational Resources (OER). You’ll learn how to:

• Use AI for creating high-quality, accessible learning materials through effective prompt engineering.
• Address ethical considerations, including plagiarism and copyright, for responsible AI use.
• Supplement coursework with AI-generated content to improve course iterations and inclusivity.

SUNY Online Summit – Last Chance to Register!

February 26th – February 28th

The SUNY Online Summit is just around the corner! This event brings together experts and educators to explore the future of online learning. Registration for virtual attendance open until the conference begins.

CPD Joins the American Heart Association Heart Walk!

The CPD is participating in the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk! Our team is gearing up to make strides for heart health on Sunday, March 30th. We invite you to join us in this vital cause to support heart health and save lives.

Through our participation, we are not only promoting our well-being but also contributing to crucial research and educational efforts led by the American Heart Association.

Join the CPD team and help us reach our fundraising goal! Every step counts, and your support makes a significant difference. Check out our team page and learn more about how you can get involved.

Volume 5 no. 5

Register Now for Upcoming Courses

Courses begin January 7th

Grants and Proposals 

Learn how to lead assessment initiatives on campus. Competencies will be introduced through proven models of leadership and will include how to develop trust, effective communication practices, relationship management techniques, prioritize initiatives while adapting to challenging and uncertain times, and how to undertake a stakeholder analysis.

Institutional Effectiveness Certificate 

Contribute to institutional level assessment and accreditation committees, assist your institution and respective department in the assessment of strategic objectives, and be able to advise, assist and instruct others in developing cycles of goal setting, measurement, data collection, process review and evaluation.

Assessment of Learning Outcomes Certificate



Focus on the importance of assessment activities in improving teaching and learning. Learn how to develop learning outcomes, to use rubrics and other assessment tools and to identify strategies for using results to improve the academic experience. Develop skills to actively contribute to program review, curricular mapping and accreditation projects on campus.

Innovative Strategies to Engage All Students (Inclusive Teaching and Learning Cert) 

Develop new mindsets and strategies for more inclusive and equitable practices in classrooms and other learning environments.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Curriculum Development Certificate 

Learn the knowledge and skills necessary to create course content that meets the SUNY DEISJ Gen Ed student learning outcomes.

Career Readiness Champion Certificate Program 

Learn how to create a campus culture focused on supporting students in planning for a career.

Assessment Leadership 

Begins July 8th

This virtual workshop outlines the components of a successful proposal and the steps to get there. Learn how to improve your chances of getting funded through fund sourcing, proper planning and organization, concise writing, collaboration, and proposal submission. From the comfort of your home or office participate in learning activities, independent grant writing work, and online discussions. 

NEW! Crucial Learning

Courses available for SUNY employees at a discount

Featured Course:

Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue

One of the costliest barriers to organizational performance is unresolved Crucial Conversations. Turn disagreement into dialogue by speaking up candidly, respectfully, and quickly. Invest in yourself and your team today and begin learning online at your own pace.

Audience:

Individuals, Managers, Faculty, Department Chairs, Deans, Academic Leaders

About 7-8 hours of online learning; one-year access to the course

Otther courses include:

• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• Crucial Influence
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning experience.

Nominations for the SUNY SAIL Summer Leadership Program Due April 30th

SUNY Summer Leadership Retreat

August 4-8, 2025

White Eagle Conference Center, Hamilton, NY

Now Accepting Nominations for the SUNY SAIL Summer Leadership Program. You may nominate yourself or someone else. Submit nominations before April 30th.

Advanced Project Management

Location: Online Zoom Workshop

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2025 and Thursday, May 7, 2025



Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST

Dive into how to best manage and deliver projects for your institution. Those who benefit from this course would typically lead a team of functional and technical staff to implement changes to academic programs, staff and student learning programs, software systems and upgrades, facility and classroom modifications, and other campus and SUNY-wide projects. 

Instructional Design Certificate Program

This asynchronous, 18-week certification program focuses on equipping participants with skills in instructional design, assessment development, course evaluation, and the utilization of assessment data and feedback for continual course enhancement. Design and develop engaging, inclusive, and effective learning experiences while mastering the creation of effective assessments.

• Course 1: Foundations of Instructional Design (In Progress – Fall Begins Aug 25)
• Course 2: Equitable Assessment Design and Course Evaluation April 1 – May 12
• Course 3: Advanced Instructional Design and Course Enhancement June 3 – July 7

SUNY Graduate Research and Creative Activities Conference (GradCon)

When: Virtually, May 2nd, 2025.

Registration is now open for the SUNY Graduate Research and Creative Activities Conference (GRC), a SUNY-wide virtual multidisciplinary spring semester event that highlights and showcases graduate students’ achievements in scholarship.

It brings together graduate students and faculty mentors from across the SUNY system, by providing a forum to disseminate research and creative activities in the form of oral and poster presentations in ALL academic disciplines. By bringing together students and faculty from across the state, the GRC provides a venue for networking and helps realize the synergistic power of the SUNY system.

SUNY Conference on Instruction and Technology (CIT)

Human-Centered Learning: Tensions, Innovations,

and Inclusion in the Future of Education

Keynote Speaker – Joshua Eyler, Ph.D

Joshua Eyler, Ph.D. is Director of Faculty Development and Director of the Think Forward Quality Enhancement Plan at the University of Mississippi, where he is also Clinical Assistant Professor of Teacher Education. He previously worked on teaching and learning initiatives at Columbus State University, George Mason University, and Rice University. Eyler is the author of Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students and What We Can Do About It, an indictment of the grading system in American schools and colleges―and a blueprint for how we can change it, and the acclaimed book How Humans Learn: The Science and Stories behind Effective College Teaching, which in 2019 Book Authority named “100 Best Education Books of All Time”.

Closing Speaker – Byan Dewsbury

Bryan Dewsbury is an Associate Professor of Biology at Florida International University (FIU). He is the Principal Investigator of the Science Education And Society (SEAS) research program, which blends research on the social context of teaching and learning, faculty development of inclusive practices, and programming in the cultivation of equity in education. He is also a Fellow with the John N. Gardner Institute where he assists institutions of higher education cultivate best practices in inclusive education. He is a co-editor of the book the Norton Guide to Equity Minded Teaching. He has led faculty development workshops in over 150 institutions across North America, Europe and Western Africa. He is the host of the podcast Knowledge Unbound where he interviews people who do transformational work in education across the globe.

2025 IITG/OER Impact Grants Program

The IITG/OER Impact Grants Application Portal will close March 30th. There has been a great deal of interest in the grants this year, and we look forward to hearing your ideas! 

SUNY Transformation Fund Webinar Series

In support of the SUNY Office of Student Success, SUNY CPD is hosting a two-series of webinars this spring:

Campus Best Practices for Student Success: Transformation Fund Community of Practice

As part of the SUNY Transformation Fund initiative, this FREE webinar series will provide a platform for campuses to exchange best practices and learn from each other’s experiences. Each session will feature expert speakers and interactive discussions, offering participants valuable insights and actionable strategies to support student success across SUNY campuses.

Proactive Advising

April 23, 2025

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 

Gain insights into proactive advising techniques that help identify and address student challenges early, preventing potential barriers to success.

Academic and Career Alignment

Ensuring student success and timely graduation is more critical than ever. This FREE Transformation Fund webinar series will delve into Complete College America’s (CCA) proven strategies and best practices. Sessions will provide participants with actionable insights and a comprehensive understanding of how to foster a supportive and effective learning environment across SUNY campuses.

First-Year Experience

April 3, 2025

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Discuss how to create impactful first-year programs that meet students’ academic and social needs. Hear how institutions can use AI to provide personalized interventions, monitor student success, and enhance the overall first-year experience.

Welcome to the CPD!

Volume 5 no. 6

SUNY SAIL Summer Leadership Program

Nominations Due April 30th

SUNY Summer Leadership Retreat

August 4th – 8th

White Eagle Conference Center, Hamilton, NY

Enhance your leadership skills! Become a more effective manager on campus and prepare to take on more leadership responsibilities within SUNY in the future.

This week-long retreat is devoted to the personal exploration of individual leadership, as well as gaining mastery in interpersonal, team, and collaborative dynamics. Throughout the week, participants are engaged in scholarly readings, thought provoking lectures, and challenging exercises, assessments, and case studies. Evening hours are devoted to fireside chats with senior leaders, coaching team feedback, team building and reflection. Participants leave with a professional development action plan and a new network of colleagues to assist them in continuing their growth.

Nominate yourself or someone else. Nominations due April 30th.

Coaching in Higher Education

May 20th – August 11th



Summer Synchronous Dates:

Wednesdays 10:00-11:30am

Enhance your knowledge, skills, and expertise to effectively lead and support individuals and teams. Study an overview of coaching strategies, explore the elements of a coaching mindset and review coaching core competencies and ethics.

Specifically targeted for postsecondary leaders, this course will highlight strategies for coaching that support team-based, organizational change leadership projects and programs, as well as strategies to support individual peer and student coaching.

This course also utilizes synchronous learning sessions as well as asynchronous online (Brightspace) discussions, readings and case studies.

Career Readiness Champion Certificate

Course 1: An Introduction to the Career Development Process

May 13th – June 23rd

This course is designed for faculty and staff involved in providing advising, coaching and career exploration activities both in and out of the classroom to learn the competencies (knowledge and skills) needed to create a campus culture focused on supporting students in planning for a career.

Course 2: Designing Your Career Development Toolkit

June 24th – August 4th

This course is designed to assist student facing faculty and staff in developing a comprehensive understanding of career development available technologies, online resources, the role of campus career centers, and strategies to enable every student to pursue the job of their dreams.

Course 3: Integrating Career Development into Your Role & Campus Culture

August 5th – September 15th

This course is designed for faculty and staff who teach, advise, or work with students in any context where their career planning is relevant. Participants in this capstone course will devise a concrete plan to integrate career development into their campus roles in meaningful and transformative ways.

Inclusive Teaching and Learning Certificate

Course 1: Teaching for Racial Equity

May 27th – June 30th

• Understand how educational policy reinforces exclusionary educational experiences and outcomes for racially minoritized students in the U.S. 

• Understand the most predominant concepts, theories and ideas about teaching for racial equity in higher education in the U.S. 

• Identify and integrate principles of culturally relevant and responsive pedagogies in curriculum and assignments 

Course 2: Equitable Evaluation and Assessment of Student Learning

July 1st – August 4th

• Compose overarching course objectives that interface with student learning outcomes and take into account diverse student backgrounds and experiences

• Create inclusive student learning outcomes, differentiating between lower level and higher level outcomes – for projects/activities and/or course syllabi

• Produce project level, as well as course level rubrics, including rubrics for creative activities, if needed

• Design equitable evaluation instruments that assess critical thinking and higher level learning, in addition to skill level learning

• Formulate inclusive student feedback that addresses higher learning level outcomes, in addition to skill level learning

Course 3: Essential Communication Skills for Inclusive Teaching

August 5th – September 8th

• Align teaching philosophy with effective ways to facilitate class conversations and inspire students to be active course participants.

• Identify and employ both verbal and non-verbal culturally competent immediacy skills

• Utilize inclusive and diverse questioning techniques

• Employ diverse strategies to build community in your classroom

• Demonstrate uses of out-of-class communication that supports classroom learning

Innovative Strategies to Engage All Students

Learn how to:

• Identify innovative strategies that can be used to reach today’s students.
• Practice intercultural competence and cultural safety (spaces where people can be free to express their culture and freedom from epistemic and cultural violence).
• Design an interdisciplinary activity that supports global and experiential learning.
• Facilitate student learning about how to hold multiple perspectives.

Online Asynchronous Course in Brightspace

April 22nd – May 26th

Part of the Inclusive Teaching and Learning Certificate Program, which helps faculty and others involved in teaching and learning in higher education develop new mindsets and strategies for more inclusive and equitable practices in classrooms and other learning environments.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Curriculum Development Certificate Program

Learn the knowledge and skills necessary to create course content that meets the SUNY DEISJ General Education student learning outcomes.

May 13th – September 15th

Online Asynchronous Course in Brightspace

Learn how to:

• Design and teach courses in your discipline that meet the SUNY DEISJ general education requirements.
• Understand and articulate the key terms, research, and scholarly conversations in the content areas related to the SUNY DEISJ learning outcomes.
• Reflect critically on how your own background shapes your approach to helping students learn about DEISJ.

Three Opportunities to Learn About

Assessment this Summer!

Assessment Of Learning Outcomes Certificate

May 13th – September 15th

Three six-week asynchronous online courses (via Brightspace)

College faculty, administration, and staff learn how to develop learning outcomes, use assessment tools, and contribute to program review and accreditation projects.

Institutional Effectiveness Certificate

May 13th – November 15th

Three six-week asynchronous online courses (via Brightspace)

Higher education professionals learn how to contribute to institutional level assessment and accreditation committees and assist their institution and respective departments in the assessment of strategic objectives, developing cycles of goal setting, measurement, data collection, process review and evaluation.

Assessment Leadership

July 8th – August 18th

Online asynchronous course (via Brightspace)

Learn how to develop trust, effective communication practices, relationship management techniques, prioritize initiatives while adapting to challenging and uncertain times, and how to undertake a stakeholder analysis when leading an assessment initiative.

Artificial Intelligence:

Using AI Effectively in Teaching and Learning

Dive into discussions on how AI impacts teaching, learning, enrollment, retention, and student success. Develop the knowledge and skills to take AI into account in your role as an instructor, administrator, or staff member.

May 14th – June 26th

Online Asynchronous Course in Brightspace

Those who complete this course will be able to:

• Understand the implications of AI tools for teaching and learning in higher education -especially as it relates to ethics and academic integrity (course policies, AI detection tools, ethical versus unethical uses of generative AI, etc.)
• Identify how AI concepts, tools, and applications can cultivate student-driven learning
• Evaluate examples (good and bad) of how to redesign courses and assignments, taking AI into account
• Redesign their own courses and assignments through experimentation with AI tools

NEW! Crucial Learning

Courses available for SUNY employees at a discount

Featured Course:

Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue

One of the costliest barriers to organizational performance is unresolved Crucial Conversations. Turn disagreement into dialogue by speaking up candidly, respectfully, and quickly. Invest in yourself and your team today and begin learning online at your own pace.

Audience:

Individuals, Managers, Faculty, Department Chairs, Deans, Academic Leaders

About 7-8 hours of online learning; one-year access to the course

Otther courses include:

• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• Crucial Influence
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning experience.

Register now for the Summer Department Chair Academy

Course Dates: June 24th – July 25th

The Department Chair Virtual Academy is a blended learning experience with live online growth sessions, asynchronous Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue course content, as well as access to a Brightspace course environment.

The SAIL Institute’s Department Chair Academies offer opportunities and resources to build the leadership capacity of current and future department chairs, program coordinators, and directors of research centers and institutes. Build confidence and knowledge through teaching leadership concepts and practice those concepts through case studies, reflection, discussion, and developing “take home” goals and objectives.

Learn the Mindful Leadership Essentials this Summer!

Course Dates: June 2nd – July 21st

Learn the concepts and techniques of meditation, and understand the importance of self-care, loving-kindness, compassion and body based awareness. Connect the me (my practice, my relationship with self – intra-) and the we (my interactions with others – inter). Deepen considerations and practice in the realm of awareness-based self care, self compassion & compassion for others, empathy, and loving kindness.

SUNY Graduate Research and Creative Activities Conference (GRC)

Agenda Announced!

When: Virtually, May 2nd

The full conference agenda for the SUNY Graduate Research and Creative Activities Conference (GRC) is now available! GRC is a SUNY-wide virtual multidisciplinary spring semester event that highlights and showcases graduate students’ achievements in scholarship.

It brings together graduate students and faculty mentors from across the SUNY system, by providing a forum to disseminate research and creative activities in the form of oral and poster presentations in ALL academic disciplines. Register today!

SUNY Conference on Instruction and Technology (CIT)

Check out our workshops and an evening at the National Baseball Hall of Fame!

Human-Centered Learning: Tensions, Innovations, and Inclusion in the Future of Higher Education

SUNY Oneonta

May 20th – 23rd

Kick-off your conference experience with a pre-conference workshop! We have 6 workshops to choose from:

• Maximizing the Student and Teaching Experience in Brightspace
• Transforming Student Challenges into Teaching Tools: Designing Lessons and Resources from Anonymous Drafts
• Create a GPT for Your Course
• Systematic Infusion of AI in Teaching: An Immersive Workshop
• Leadership Medley: Essential Skills for Higher Education Leaders
• NEW – JUST ADDED! Empowering All Learners with Technology

On Thursday evening, join us for an after-hours visit to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The trip is just $35 and includes:

• Roundtrip bus transportation from the SUNY Oneonta campus to Cooperstown
• After-hours access to the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum from 6-9pm
• Hall of Fame store will remain open for anyone looking to make a purchase

CPD’s Chris Price Co-Authors Published Paper

Congratulations to Chris Price, Director of Educational Development at the CPD, on the recent publication of his co-authored paper, “Embedded hospitality: A multi-year perspective on the Institute for New Educational Developers (INED), 2015–2023”, in To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development. The article offers a reflective, multi-year look at the INED experience and explores the concept of “embedded hospitality” in faculty development. Read the full paper here: https://doi.org/10.3998/tia.5611

Volume 5 no. 7

SUNY/Microsoft Copilot Roadshow

Join SUNY and Microsoft to learn all about the capabilities of Microsoft Copilot Chat (AI) and agents, and how they can revolutionize your organization’s operations. Learn how Copilot Chat, powered by GPT-4o, provides a secure and intuitive AI chat experience, integrating seamlessly with your existing workflows. These sessions are open to all SUNY Faculty, Staff, and Students.

The roadshow will be at:

University at Buffalo (Buffalo, New York)

Monday, 6/9/2025

10:00 AM or 1:30 PM

Cayuga Community College (Auburn Campus)

Wednesday, 6/11/2025

10:00 AM or 1:30 PM

Fashion Institute of Technology (New York, NY)

Thursday, 6/12/2025

10:00 AM or 1:30 PM

University of Albany (Albany Region)

Friday, 6/13/2025

10:00 AM or 1:30 PM

More dates and campuses to be announced as scheduled.

Learn the Mindful Leadership Essentials this Summer!

Course Dates: June 2nd – July 21st

Learn the concepts and techniques of meditation, and understand the importance of self-care, loving-kindness, compassion and body based awareness. Connect the me (my practice, my relationship with self – intra-) and the we (my interactions with others – inter). Deepen considerations and practice in the realm of awareness-based self care, self compassion & compassion for others, empathy, and loving kindness.

Register now for the Summer Department Chair Academy

Course Dates: June 24th – July 25th

The Department Chair Virtual Academy is a blended learning experience with live online growth sessions, asynchronous Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue course content, as well as access to a Brightspace course environment.

The SAIL Institute’s Department Chair Academies offer opportunities and resources to build the leadership capacity of current and future department chairs, program coordinators, and directors of research centers and institutes. Build confidence and knowledge through teaching leadership concepts and practice those concepts through case studies, reflection, discussion, and developing “take home” goals and objectives.

Career Readiness Champion Certificate

Designing Your Career Development Toolkit

June 24th – August 4th

This course is designed to assist student facing faculty and staff in developing a comprehensive understanding of career development available technologies, online resources, the role of campus career centers, and strategies to enable every student to pursue the job of their dreams.

Integrating Career Development into Your Role & Campus Culture

August 5th – September 15th

This course is designed for faculty and staff who teach, advise, or work with students in any context where their career planning is relevant. Participants in this capstone course will devise a concrete plan to integrate career development into their campus roles in meaningful and transformative ways.

Inclusive Teaching and Learning Certificate

Equitable Evaluation and Assessment of Student Learning

July 1st – August 4th

• Compose overarching course objectives that interface with student learning outcomes and take into account diverse student backgrounds and experiences

• Create inclusive student learning outcomes, differentiating between lower level and higher level outcomes – for projects/activities and/or course syllabi

• Produce project level, as well as course level rubrics, including rubrics for creative activities, if needed

• Design equitable evaluation instruments that assess critical thinking and higher level learning, in addition to skill level learning

• Formulate inclusive student feedback that addresses higher learning level outcomes, in addition to skill level learning

Essential Communication Skills for Inclusive Teaching

August 5th – September 8th

• Align teaching philosophy with effective ways to facilitate class conversations and inspire students to be active course participants.

• Identify and employ both verbal and non-verbal culturally competent immediacy skills

• Utilize inclusive and diverse questioning techniques

• Employ diverse strategies to build community in your classroom

• Demonstrate uses of out-of-class communication that supports classroom learning

Assessment Leadership

Register now for Assessment Leadership, an online asynchronous course in Brightspace that goes from July 8th – August 18th.

Course participants will apply what they learn directly to their campus context through interactive resources and engaging assignments that teach effective self-assessment and project management practices.

What you will learn:

• Define, manage, and evaluate a project designed to advance assessment on your campus
• Identify and apply the change management skills required to meet your campus assessment needs
• Implement strategies to influence your campus assessment stakeholders and culture from any level of the organization
• Apply at least one theory or model of leadership to frame assessment initiatives on your campus

Who should take this course? Faculty, staff, or administrators who have some assessment experience or who have completed either the Institutional Effectiveness or Assessment of Learning Outcomes Certificate programs.

Online Teaching Certificate Program

Registration is open for the Fall Online Teaching Certificate Program, designed to familiarize participants with the concepts, competencies, pedagogies, and best practices associated with the development and delivery of online learning environments.

Course 1:

Getting Started with Online Instruction

August 26th-October 6th  

Course 2:

Interaction, Student Engagement, and Teaching Presence in Online Courses

October 14th-November 24th

Format: online, asynchronous

NEW! Crucial Learning

Courses available for SUNY employees at a discount

Featured Course:

Crucial Influence



Design and implement a strategy for initiatives that require change in human behavior. Discover why people do what they do and how all leaders—from aspiring leaders to top executives—can influence others for lasting results.

Audience:

Managers, Leaders, Department Chairs

About 7-8 hours of online learning; one-year access to the course

Other courses include:

• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning experience.

CIO Leadership Academy

Congratulations to the following IT leaders as they graduated from the CIO Leadership Academy yesterday! Soon their applied learning projects will be posted on the SUNY SOAR Open Access Repository (https://soar.suny.edu/), encouraging continued learning and development across the higher education landscape.

• Hasan Awwad “Bridging the Gaps with iPaaS”
• Scot Beekman “Modern Telephony Solution: Unified Voice Selection & Pilot”
• Joseph Falcone “The Power of Alignment: Unifying Cybersecurity Efforts into a Strategic Initiative”
• Shrikant Iyer “Modernize and standardize the Virtual Desktop experience across the organization”
• Alan Lawton “If at First You Don’t Succeed, Tear it Down and Start Again “
• Fion MacCrea “Navigating multi-party support scenarios with RACI: Using Responsibilities Matrices to address complex partnerships”
• Michael Pastine “ITS Strategic Plan: A Framework for Building Cohesive Teams”
• Luis Pla ” CEAC DataShift”
• Philip Vecchione ” Improving Microsoft Teams Utilization in Project Management”
• Jennifer Webb ” From Framework to Function: ITIL Gap Analysis for Strategic Improvement “
• Tyler Whitney “Gateway to Growth: Reimagining Access, Redefining Engagement through the Transformation of SUNY Plattsburgh’s Portal”
• Ethan Wright ” Becoming the Center of Research for Binghamton University “

A heart-felt THANK YOU to our amazing CIO mentors! Simeon Ananou, Joan Graham, Leland Hach, Lisa Kahle, Garrett McAlister – CGCIO. And, my partner in learning Christy Rohmer NYSERNet! We appreciate the continued financial generosity and scholarship support from SUNY CCIOs!

Carolyn J. Mattiske

Director of SAIL Institute

5k Heart Walk

Congratulations to the SUNY CPD Team for coming in #6 on the list of Upstate Medical University’s top fundraising teams, raising $1,083 for the American Heart Association. SUNY CPD participated in the 5K “Heart Walk” which took place on the campus of Onondaga Community College on March 30th. Thank you to all of you who supported this effort!

Volume 5 no. 8

Mindful Leadership Essentials

June 2nd – July 21st

Join Drs. Glenn Pichardo, Kristen Blinne, and Lisa Napora for a 7-week asynchronous course exploring mindfulness, meditation, and compassionate leadership. Learn at your own pace with a focus on:

• Daily meditation & self-care practices
• Compassionate communication & presence
• Navigating stress, burnout & systemic challenges
• Cultivating awareness, empathy & wellbeing

Open to all professionals seeking personal and professional growth.

Register for the SUNY OTTER Institute 2025: Accessibility Edition

June 2nd – August 22nd

The OTTER Institute is an opportunity for online practitioners, regardless of teaching modality or experience, to learn more about online education’s innovations, trends, and challenges. This year OTTER will focus on digital accessibility.

The OTTER Institute is FREE to all SUNY campus members. For Non-SUNY Members, there is a $25.00 flat fee.

Assessment Leadership

Register now for Assessment Leadership, an online asynchronous course in Brightspace that goes from July 8th – August 18th.

Course participants will apply what they learn directly to their campus context through interactive resources and engaging assignments that teach effective self-assessment and project management practices.

What you will learn:

• Define, manage, and evaluate a project designed to advance assessment on your campus
• Identify and apply the change management skills required to meet your campus assessment needs
• Implement strategies to influence your campus assessment stakeholders and culture from any level of the organization
• Apply at least one theory or model of leadership to frame assessment initiatives on your campus

Who should take this course? Faculty, staff, or administrators who have some assessment experience or who have completed either the Institutional Effectiveness or Assessment of Learning Outcomes Certificate programs.

Project Management Fundamentals

Live Online via Zoom

Choose one session:

• July 22nd & 23rd or Sept 18th & 25th
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

Learn the essentials of project management using the NYS PM Guidebook, V2. This 2-day workshop is ideal for SUNY staff new to managing projects or leading teams – no prior experience required.

Cost:

• SUNY CPD Technical Members: $150
• SUNY Campuses: $180
• Others: $250

Online Teaching Certificate Program

Registration is open for the Fall Online Teaching Certificate Program, designed to familiarize participants with the concepts, competencies, pedagogies, and best practices associated with the development and delivery of online learning environments.

Course 1:

Getting Started with Online Instruction

August 26th-October 6th  

Course 2:

Interaction, Student Engagement, and Teaching Presence in Online Courses

October 14th-November 24th

Format: online, asynchronous

Crucial Learning – Crucial Influence

Featured Course:

Crucial Influence



Design and implement a strategy for initiatives that require change in human behavior. Discover why people do what they do and how all leaders—from aspiring leaders to top executives—can influence others for lasting results.

Audience:

Managers, Leaders, Department Chairs

About 7-8 hours of online learning; one-year access to the course

Other courses include:

• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning experience.

Library Leadership & Management Certificate Returns This Fall!

The SUNY Office of Library and Information Services and the SUNY Center for Professional Development are pleased to bring back the Library Leadership and Management Certificate program this fall.

Designed for current and aspiring library leaders, this fully online program offers practical leadership and management training. Complete any three virtual courses to earn the certificate and a Credly badge for each – plus a bonus badge for completing the full program. Courses may also be taken individually.

Congratulations to those who have earned their certificate in Leading Change in Higher Education!

The LCHE course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to lead transformative change within colleges and universities. Through an engaging and reflective learning experience, participants explore leadership strategies, change management models, and practical approaches for advancing institutional goals. Congratulations to these changed leaders!

Danielle Britton, Broome CC

Lindsay Bryde, Stonybrook University

Carol DeNysschen, SUNY Buffalo

Jeff Dugan, Finger Lakes CC

Alejandro Galindo, Empire State University

Sandra Gibble, Broome CC

Donna Imbriani, Westchester CC

Lindsay Infantino, Empire State University

Marie Kropp, Ulster County CC

Tanya Lane-Herbert, Genesee CC 

Joseph Lundin, Erie CC

Rhonda Maco, Suffolk County CC

Stephanie Malmberg, Broome CC

Pamela McCall, Monroe CC

T. John McCune, SUNY Fredonia

Nicole Mucica, SUNY Brockport

Brittany Profit-Rheinwald, SUNY Brockport

Wendi Richards, SUNY Cobleskill

Amy Sanders, Empire State University

Timothy Skinner, Broome CC

Carrie Solomon, Binghamton University

Elizabeth Spagnola, Suffolk County CC

Steven Sturman, University at Buffalo

Christopher Taverna, SUNY Fredonia

Jennifer Wakefield, Genesse CC

Agnieszka Zak-Moskal, University at Buffalo

Workforce Run 2025

We’re thrilled to congratulate the Upstate Medical team for their fantastic participation in the Workforce Run in Syracuse on June 10th! Your energy, team spirit, and dedication to wellness were on full display, and we couldn’t be prouder.

Thank you to everyone who represented Upstate with enthusiasm and pride. You truly embody our commitment to health, community, and teamwork. Here’s to many more strides together!

Welcome to CPD!

Volume 5 no. 9

2025 SICAS Summit – Register Now!

Dates: October 15th –17th, 2025

Location: Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs

The SICAS Summit is an annual conference that brings together SUNY campuses and partners to share ideas, learn best practices, and explore tools like Banner, Degree Works, Argos, and more. Hear from peers, SICAS staff, and business partners about how to get the most out of these systems in your daily work.

Early bird rate: $250 with code 25-EARLYBIRD — ends Aug. 29, 2025!

(Standard rate: $275)

Pay by credit card, check, or CPD General or Technical points (contact Chelsie Dalton to arrange).

Questions? chelsie.dalton@oneonta.edu | 607.436.2005

Still Accepting Nominations: NYS Community College Leadership Academy

The NYS Community College Leadership Academy Fellows Program is still accepting nominations for Cohort 3! This program is specifically tailored for mid-level community college leaders who are looking to grow within their college and the field.

We encourage presidents to nominate mid-level leaders, such as: Deans, Department Chairs, Executive Directors, Associate/Assistant Vice Presidents or Provosts, who have at least three years of higher education experience and demonstrate strong leadership and administrative potential. Ideal nominees are those taking on increased leadership responsibilities or who are being developed for future senior roles.

Nomination Deadline: August 15th at 5:00 PM

Call for Proposals: SUNY OER Summit 2025

The SUNY OER Summit (Oct 15th and 16th, 2025) is now accepting abstract submissions! This free virtual event welcomes educators, students, and open ed advocates to share work around open pedagogy, accessibility, equity, sustainability, and the future of OER.

Submit your abstract by Friday, August 15th, 2025.

Inclusive Teaching and Learning Certificate 2025

Boost Your Inclusive Teaching Skills!

Join SUNY’s Inclusive Teaching & Learning Certificate Program to gain key strategies for equity and inclusion in higher ed classrooms.

Take one or all courses in 2025:

• Essential Communication Skills (Aug 5th – Sept 8th)
• Critically Reflecting on Diversity (Sept 9th – Oct 13th)
• Design & Deliver Inclusive Courses (Oct 14th – Nov 17th)

Register for the SUNY OTTER Institute 2025: Accessibility Edition

August 18th – August 22nd

The OTTER Institute is an opportunity for online practitioners, regardless of teaching modality or experience, to learn more about online education’s innovations, trends, and challenges. This year OTTER will focus on digital accessibility.

The OTTER Institute is FREE to all SUNY campus members. For Non-SUNY Members, there is a $25.00 flat fee.

Visit the link below to register for our August dates, as well as view recorded webinars from our June series!

Online Student Supports Certificate Program

The OSS Certificate is a fully online, asynchronous, three-course series designed to help SUNY faculty and staff proactively support online learners. Each 6-week course requires 3–5 hours per week and is capped at 20 participants. Participants earn badges for each course and a certificate upon completion.

Ideal for: Faculty, advisors, student support staff, instructional designers

Registration Ends August 20th!

Project Management Fundamentals

Live Online via Zoom

Dates:

• Sept 18th & 25th
• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

Learn the essentials of project management using the NYS PM Guidebook, V2. This 2-day workshop is ideal for SUNY staff new to managing projects or leading teams – no prior experience required.

Cost:

• SUNY CPD Members: $150
• SUNY Campuses: $180
• Others: $250

Online Teaching Certificate Program

Registration is open for the Fall Online Teaching Certificate Program, designed to familiarize participants with the concepts, competencies, pedagogies, and best practices associated with the development and delivery of online learning environments.

Course 1:

Getting Started with Online Instruction

August 26th-October 6th  

Course 2:

Interaction, Student Engagement, and Teaching Presence in Online Courses

October 14th-November 24th

Format: online, asynchronous

Crucial Learning – Crucial Influence

Featured Course:

Crucial Influence



Design and implement a strategy for initiatives that require change in human behavior. Discover why people do what they do and how all leaders—from aspiring leaders to top executives—can influence others for lasting results.

Audience:

Managers, Leaders, Department Chairs

About 7-8 hours of online learning; one-year access to the course

Other courses include:

• Crucial Conversations for Accountability
• The Power of Habit

PLUS! Each course includes an optional live online session with a community of practice to enhance your learning experience.

Next session is August 27th, 1:00-3:00 p.m. EST

Registration Open for Fall SUNY New Faculty Open Mic Program

Offered at no cost to tenure-track faculty at all 64 SUNY campuses, the New Faculty Open Mic is a biweekly Zoom series designed to support faculty in their first two years (since Fall 2023). Sessions run every other Monday from 2–3 p.m., September 8th to December 1st, and are not recorded.

Co-hosted by SUNY Empire State University’s Center for Mentoring, Learning and Academic Innovation and the SUNY Center for Professional Development, this informal, participant-led program aims to:

• Build community and connection among new SUNY faculty!
• Provide peer support in navigating teaching, advising, scholarship, service, and more.