American Association of University Administrators Conference Preview

09/29/24 • 5 min

The Next Frontier - Reimaging Higher Education

NOTE: This episode was created in Google Notebook LM, which is able to produce a podcast. Please listen. We would like your thoughts on this AI-created episode. In this special episode, the upcoming American Association of University Administrators (AAUA) Conference is discussed. It will be held from October 14-16, 2023, at Indiana University. The conference, focused on the theme “The Future of Higher Education: Reimagining Higher Education and Work in the Age of Disruption,” will feature workshops, keynote addresses, and panel discussions led by prominent figures in higher education. Topics covered include mergers and acquisitions in higher education, the evolution of the modern learner, the role of education in a prosperous future, the intersection of sports and academics, the importance of accreditation, and the impact of artificial intelligence on higher education. The conference aims to facilitate collaboration among higher education administrators and provide insights into navigating the challenges and opportunities facing the field today.

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Reimaging Higher Education Discuss the "AAUA Mentoring Community" program

Lynn Burks, Chair of AAUA's Professional Development Committee, and committee members Matt Roche and Alisa Fleming discuss the launching of the "AAUA Mentoring Community" program at the AAUA Conference, which will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana, from October 14 to 16.
The year-long "Mentoring Community" program aimed at "Creating powerful peer-to-peer relationships to enhance the skills and knowledge of current and aspiring administrators regarding their respective positions/titles."

The program was carefully designed to fill a gap in leadership development, especially for entry- and mid-level leaders in higher education. Burks notes that by focusing on mentoring, the program aims to address the critical need for succession planning for all levels of leadership in higher education. It will help prepare the next generation of leaders, ensuring a smooth transition of knowledge and skills within academic institutions.

The program consists of two main components:

Mentoring Communities: Debuting at the conference within a two-hour session, these communities will provide a space for attendees to connect, learn, and discuss relevant topics in education. Monthly check-ins will follow the conference to encourage ongoing conversation and growth. Mentoring Community Topics include;

Cultivating tomorrow's competencies

Influencing without authority

Inclusive well-being in the workplace

Visionary academic leadership

Fostering resilience in Generation Z

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Dr. Cynthia Jackson-Hammond American Association of University Administrators Conference Presentation

"Welcome to 'The Future of Higher Education: Reimagining the Path Forward,' a series where we delve into the pivotal conversations from the American Association of University Administrators' 2024 National Conference. In this special five-part series, we bring you exclusive insights from our keynote speakers and closing panel. Join us as they share compelling ideas, strategies, and discussions that are set to shape the future of education and work."

In this program, Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond, President of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), speaks on the topic of "Accreditation: Sustaining Quality through the Complexities of Change." She is introduced by AAUA Board member Sister Ann Heath.

The 2025 AAUA Annual Meeting will be held the week of October 20th on the campus of Montclair State University in New Jersey. To learn more about joining the American Association of University Administrators, go to www.aaua.org.

To learn more about CHEA, go to https://www.chea.org/