About the Academy
The 16-month program will include leaders from all areas of the university in a relatively small cohort. The nine, 90-120 minutes monthly sessions will consist of guest experts, discussion, and application/case studies on key topics and issues for higher education generally and UNO specifically. In addition to the monthly sessions, additional resources will be provided or recommended and participants will be invited to select campus and community events.
The purposes of the academy are to:
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Develop a system of leaders to work in a highly connected enterprise;
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Foster a culture of empathy and care in the context of teamwork;
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Equip participants a comprehensive understanding of modern university—particularly a public, urban, research, engaged university; and
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Retain and attract top talent at UNO.
Tentative academy topics include:
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Preparing Yourself for Future Roles/Leadership
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Culture, Change, Creativity and innovation in higher education
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Finance: University Budget 101 and Compliance
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Create Strategies with Competitive Advantages and Innovations
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Enrollment Management: Recruitment, Marketing, and Retention
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Relationships: Media, Government, and Community
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Media and Crisis Management
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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
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How to Be a Leader
This year's members include:
| Name | Title |
| Taryn Ninemire | Sr. Assoc. AD for Athletic Performance |
| Denise Kjeldgaard | Director, Auxiliary Services |
| Amanda Buker | Director, Sponsored Programs |
| Sierra Roseby | Assoc. Director, Student Leadership, Involvement, & Inclusion |
| Marlina Davidson | Director, Instructional Design |
| Jason Jones | CEC Building Services Manager |
| Anthony Flott | Executive Director, UNO Alumni Assoc. |
| Katie Martikainen | Director, Alumni Engagement |
| Lucy Morrison | Director, UNO Honors Program |
| Dana Richter-Egger | Director, Math-Science Learning Center |
| Christine Billings | Director, Division of Continuing Studies |
| Brenda Kolobara | Director, Research Compliance |
| Angie Kennedy | Director, Creative Services |
| Laura Thayer-Mencke | Director, Financial Support |
| Jonathan Acosta | Director, Academic Advising |
| Eric Hinsdale | ITS, Leads UNO Client Services |
| Harnoor S. Dhaliwal | Associate Executive Director, Walter Scott Jr. Scholarship Program |