Women's Leadership Institute 2009
December 6-9, 2009
Amelia Island, Florida
Produced in cooperation with ACPA, ACUHO-I, ACUI, APPA, NACUBO, NAEP, and NASPA
ACRL is excited to once again collaborate with other higher education associations on the 2009 Women's Leadership Institute. Be a part of a special program for women seeking to become leaders in higher education on administration. This year's program will have a special focus on the economic challenges facing colleges and universities and what is being done to address it.
With the sponsorship of seven higher education associations, this unique program will bring together mid-level administrators from across campus functions to help you:
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hone your leadership skills for working in a rapidly changing environment
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develop a better understanding of the campus as a workplace and culture
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share experiences with others about how campuses are adapting and adjusting to the new reality
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create new personal networks and networking skills to better tap the higher education community
PROGRAM
Through presentations, small group exercises, and discussion, you will gain a practical understanding of what it takes to be a leader on a college or university campus - both the challenges and the rewards. Examine the unique roles, skills, and relationships needed to lead as higher education faces and deals with current challenges.
Operational/Interpersonal
-Influence/power
-Communication (fierce/crucial conversations model)
-Problem solving/decision making
-Developing others: coaching/mentoring
-Gender/Cross cultural communication
-Appreciative Inquiry
Strategic/Organizational
-Change management
-Scenario building to prepare for future challenges
-Developing an engaged workforce
-Leading in a multigenerational environment
-Supporting work/life balance
Pre-program activities will include personal preparation guidance, a pre-reading, and a questionnaire.
What past participants have to say:
“The workshop was fantastic—well-organized, informative, and thought-provoking—thank you!”
“I loved the fact there is an all-women institute. I appreciated the variety of ages and years of experience in the delegates.”
“What made this conference valuable was the interaction with other participants and personal time to reflect and rejuvenate.”
"This is the best conference I have ever attended."
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes for the Women’s Leadership Institute include:
- To give women in academic libraries information and support in their pursuit of executive leadership positions on campus
- To increase the knowledge-base of all partner organizations about topics related to being a woman working on college campuses
- To identify trends that will be driving forces for higher education in the future
- To acquire knowledge of how culture/gender shapes identity and influences behavior
- To identify the steps required for effective problem solving/decision making
AUDIENCE
The Women’s Leadership Institute is designed for women who aspire to become senior leaders in higher education. Current responsibilities should include administrative functions that regularly require decision making that affects departmental operations and involves other important relationships on campus.
PROGRAM FEES
Early-bird (deadline September 18, 2009)
ACRL member: $775
Nonmember: $1,085
Advance (deadline October 30, 2009)
ACRL member: $850
Nonmember: $1,190
Registration materials are available online.
Registration fees include general session and breakout sessions, program materials, two dinners, two lunches, brunch, and two continental breakfasts. There will be group activities to allow participants to refocus after sessions, but there are many other activities you can do on your own.
Upon written request, cancellations will be issued a refund and assessed a $75 processing fee prior to the registration deadline of November 20, 2009. A $150 processing fee will be assessed for a cancellation requested after November 21. No refunds will be issued after December 1. All registration fees will be refunded if the seminar is canceled because of low registration.
LODGING AND TRANSPORTATION
Lodging is provided by the beautiful Ritz Carlton Amelia Island. A deeply discounted rate of $159 has been secured for this conference for either single or double occupancy. The resort offers many amenities including spa and golf. You are within a stone's throw of the beach, and the resort offers complimentary coffee and water for morning beach walkers. There is a fitness center available for no charge, but the spa also offers a wonderful day pass for $25, which includes use of the newly remodeled spa pool, sauna, hot tub, relaxation room, and locker room.
The resort is just a short drive to the 55-block historic district where we will eat dinner one night. It is a quaint historic sea-village with antiques, dining, novelty shops, and jewelers.
Resort information:
4750 Amelia Island Parkway
Amelia Island, FL 32034
Direct phone: 904.277.1100
Reservations: 800.241.3333
Transportation: The most used airport in the area is the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) located about 30 minutes from resort. Rental cars are available at the airport, but please note there is a valet fee of $15 if you have a car at the resort (this is a discounted rate and you must mention ACUI to the valet). No specific contracts have been made with these companies, but the following businesses service the JAX to Ritz Carlton route:
Southern Comfort Transportation: $45, 904.535.3202
ABC Transportation Jacksonville: $65, 866.496.8146
Carey Transportation: $69 for up to two people, 888.454.6646
PROGRAM
Sunday, December 6, 2009
5:00–7 p.m. Registration and reception
7:30–9 p.m. Opening Keynote - Katty Kay, co-author Womenomics
Monday, December 8, 2008
7:00 - 8:30 a.m. Early morning activities
8:30 –9:30 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 –11:30 a.m. Educational Block I
*Developing Others: Coaching/Mentoring
*Critical Thinking and Decision Making
* Men and Women at Work
*Networking 2.0
11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Lunch and Wellness
3:00 –5:00 p.m. Educational Block II
*Reframing Power and Influence
*Work/Life Balance
*Fierce Conversations
*Advancing Your Career
5:30–7:00 p.m. Dinner (dine around; transportation provided)
7:00–9:00 p.m. StrengthsQuest Self Assessment Review
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
7:00 - 8:30 a.m. Early morning activities
8:30 –9:30 a.m. Breakfast
9:30–11:30 a.m. Educational Block III
*Reframing Power and Influence
*Work/Life Balance
*Fierce Conversations
*Advancing Your Career
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch
12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Educational Block IV
*Developing Others: Coaching/Mentoring
*Critical Thinking and Decision Making
* Men and Women at Work
*Networking 2.0
2:30 - 5:30 p.m. Wellness Time
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Dinner around Amelia Island
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Plenary Session - Building Strategies to Respond to Tough Financial Times
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Early morning activities; journaling/exercise
8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Coffee Time
9:00–11:00 a.m. Closing Keynote - Frances Lucas, Former President Millsap College
11:00 a.m. Brunch and Departures
Questions? Contact Margot Conahan at mconahan@ala.org; or call 312-280-2522.