http://www.usg.edu/hr/development/newsletter/ en jeremy.dye@usg.edu Copyright 2018 2018-09-26T16:52:00+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/2018_2019_executive_leadership_institute_scholars /hr/development/newsletter/2018_2019_executive_leadership_institute_scholars Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Wendy Harrison, Department Chair, English & Communication Albany State University Sara Brinson, Interim Dean, Darton College of Health Professions Atlanta Metropolitan State College Kokila Ravi, Director of Online Learning and Specialized Programs Augusta University Mickey Williford, Director of Planning and Accreditation Clayton State University Eric Tack, Executive Director of Advising, Retention, and Engagement Jeanette Celeste Walley-Jean, Dean, School of Graduate Studies College of Coastal Georgia Michelle Ham, Assistant Vice President for Budgets and Finance Laura Lynch, Assistant Vice President for Faculty Affairs Columbus State University Tim Howard, Associate Dean, College of Letters and Sciences Dalton State College Jamie Petty, Assistant Vice President for Fiscal Affairs East Georgia State College Jimmy Wedincamp, Dean, School of Math and Natural Sciences Fort Valley State University Carole Clearie, Director, Human Resources CHRO Georgia College & State University Indiren Pillay, Chair, Biological and Environmental Sciences Georgia Gwinnett College Greg Embry, Executive Director of Admission Services Georgia Highlands College Jesse Bishop, Dean of Planning, Assessment, Accreditation, and Research Georgia Institute of Technology Kaye Husbands Fealing, Chair, School of Public Policy Aisha Oliver-Staley, Executive Director, Ethics, Compliance, and Legal Affairs Lance Wallace, Director of Media Relations and Issues Management Georgia Public Library System Wendy Cornelisen, Assistant State Librarian Georgia Southern University Christine Ludowise, Associate Provost for Students Success and Advising Georgia Southwestern State University Gena Wilson, Director of Human Resources Gordon State College Barry Kicklighter, Department Head, Business and Public Service Kennesaw State University Harrison Long, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, College of the Arts Middle Georgia State University Michael Gibbons, Director of Institutional Research Tara Underwood, Dean of Health Administration Savannah State University Brian Dawsey, Director of Admissions South Georgia State College Amelia Bennett Wilkerson, Registrar University of Georgia J. Barrett Malone, Director for Student Conduct Kecia Thomas, Senior Associate Dean, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences University of North Georgia Gerald Sullivan, Associate Vice President of Auxiliary Services University of West Georgia Xavier Whitaker, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students University System Office Angela Bell, Associate Vice Chancellor of Research and Policy Analysis Chris McGraw, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs Valdosta State University Arthur Pearce, Dean, College of the Arts Executive Leadership, 2018-09-26T16:52:00+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/the_innovation_in_higher_education_panel /hr/development/newsletter/the_innovation_in_higher_education_panel The Innovation in Higher Education Panel took place on February 15, as part of the 2017 Accelerated Leadership Academy (ALA). Innovation is the central theme of the ALA, and the participating University System Georgia institutional presidents used the panel opportunity to share their views on innovation and the role it plays in the future of the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP (USG). The ALA participants enjoyed the chance to personally network with President Becker of Georgia State University, President Marrero of the University of West Georgia and President Bud Peterson of the Georgia Institute of Technology. As part of the moderated panel, each president shared the importance of having a great team and culture within their respective organizations. The presidents also discussed some critical lessons they learned along the way. Chancellor Steve Wrigley kicked off the event with welcome remarks, and participants had the chance to interact with members of the Executive Leadership team from the University System Office. The ALA program provides a structured executive-level leadership development and certification that extends beyond the initial Executive Leadership Institute experiences. The ALA prepares ELI Alumni Scholars to excel in executive roles and aligns their long-term professional goals with organizational opportunities. Additionally, the ALA rigorously identifies and prepares a select pool of executive talent in advance of vacancies in critical positions within the USG. The ALA program takes place from January through November. Executive Leadership, 2017-03-02T20:40:00+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/2017_accelerated_leadership_academy_scholars /hr/development/newsletter/2017_accelerated_leadership_academy_scholars The Accelerated Leadership Academy (ALA) is our system-wide leadership program designed to provide executive leadership development beyond the Executive Leadership Institute (ELI). The ELI focuses on enhancing leadership skills from the inside out, while the ALA focuses on preparing ELI alumni to excel in executive leadership roles, and aligns their long term professional goals with organizational opportunities. The ALA program identifies a pool of talented individuals in preparation for critical position vacancies within the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP. We are pleased to share the names of the 2017 USG ALA Scholars. Armstrong State University Georj Lewis, Vice President for Student Affairs Atlanta Metropolitan State College Michael Heard, Vice President for Academic Affairs Dalton State College Andy Meyer, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs East Georgia State College Karen Jones, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management/Director of Financial Aid Georgia Highlands College Jeff Davis, Vice President for Finance & Administration Georgia Institute of Technology Steven Girardot, Associate Vice Provost, Undergraduate Education Georgia Southern University Martha Abell, Dean, College of Science and Mathematics Georgia State University Jamie Fernandes, College Administrative Officer Kennesaw State University Michael Sanseviro, Associate Vice President and Dean of Students Ivan Pulinkala, Chair & Professor Department of Dance University of Georgia Tom Reichert, Department Head Advertising & Public Relations University of North Georgia Chaudron Gille, Vice Provost University of West Georgia Mark Reeves, Associate Vice President for Auxiliary Enterprises and Business Services University System Office Julie Walker, Assistant Vice Chancellor & State Librarian Valdosta State University Michael Schmidt, Associate Dean, College of the Arts Executive Leadership, 2016-12-21T16:05:00+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/darton_state_college_launches_emerging_leaders_program /hr/development/newsletter/darton_state_college_launches_emerging_leaders_program In August of 2015, Darton State College launched their Emerging Leaders Program. This nine-month leadership program is aimed at identifying, informing, and investing in future college leaders while creating opportunities to collaborate with other leaders on campus. The program is designed to prepare participants for higher level responsibilities at Darton State College. The program includes self development; a reading group to discuss relevant issues related to effective leadership; skill building workshops; job shadowing; and other interactive activities that round out the experience. The first co-hort will complete their program in April, 2016. Training and Development, 2016-02-22T19:12:00+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/management_development_certificate_program_at_ksu_enlightening_minds_and_ca /hr/development/newsletter/management_development_certificate_program_at_ksu_enlightening_minds_and_ca The Management Development Certificate Program at Kennesaw State University (KSU) was initially designed for KSU intact management teams. It is now available through open enrollment classes to individual KSU and non-KSU managers of all levels, and individual contributors aspiring for supervisory or management positions. Participants receive a certificate of completion after six courses. An optional advanced certificate can be earned upon completion of an additional three courses and an improvement project. The interactive and skill-based curriculum consists of management development courses from the global talent management company Development Dimensions International (DDI). The program is offered through KSU’s Center for University Learning (CUL), a Regional Training Center for the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP Professional Development Consortium (PDC). Courses include Essentials of Leadership, Setting Performance Expectations, Coaching for Peak Performance, Resolving Conflict in Teams, and Delegating with Purpose. For additional information on all courses and to register through the PDC, view the CUL website: www.ksulearning.com or contact CUL at cul@kennesaw.edu. Training and Development, 2016-02-15T18:50:00+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/2016_pinnacle_class_includes_22_librarians /hr/development/newsletter/2016_pinnacle_class_includes_22_librarians Georgia Public Library Service selected 22 Georgia librarians to participate in the 2015-2016 co-hort of PINNACLE, the agency’s comprehensive leadership program (the name is short for the Public Library Institute for New and Creative Leadership Education). “By providing carefully designed training on numerous important and library-specific topics, PINNACLE is instrumental in our effort to prepare many talented individuals to take the next step in their careers and become our future public library leaders,” said State Librarian Julie Walker. Working with the Carl Vinson Institute of Government (CVIOG), another unit of the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP, GPLS designed and held the first sessions of the vigorous training program in 2007. More than half of PINNACLE’s graduates have gone on to serve as library system directors. Members of the 2015-2016 class include: Pauline Abidde, director of the Dougherty County Public Library; Alexandra Beswick, central region manager for the Cobb County Public Library System; Elaine Black, director of Youth Services for GPLS; Katie Burnett, branch manager of Chattahoochee Valley Libraries’ North Columbus branch; Leslie Clark, branch manager for the Gwinnett County Public Library; Kristin Eberhart, outreach services manager for the Augusta-Richmond County Library System; Denise Funk, principal librarian for DeKalb County Public library; Oscar Gittemeier, librarian for the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System; Richard Groves, director of the Catoosa County Library System; Machelle Hill, library manager for the Coweta County Public Library; and Stephen Houser, director of the Milledgeville-based Twin Lakes Library System. Also participating in this year’s class are: Adrianne Junius, youth services director for the Hall County Library System; Cynthia Kilby, director of the Manchester-based Pine Mountain Regional Library System; Jennifer Lautzenheiser, director of the Macon-based Middle Georgia Regional Library System; Jean Mead, assistant director of the Hart County Library System; Micah Newsome, young adult librarian for Evans-based Greater Clarks Hill Regional Libraries; Leslie Partridge, assistant director of the Lee County Library; Martha Powers-Jones, director of the Fitzgerald-Ben Hill County Library; Julia Simpson, branch manager for the Jefferson-based Piedmont Regional Library System; Angela Stanley, Heritage Room librarian for the Athens Regional Library System; Miguel Vicente, director of the Valdosta-based South Georgia Regional Library; and Teneka Williams, manager of the Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services Distribution Center in Morrow. PINNACLE 2015-2016 will include seven sessions, starting with a weeklong retreat this month, and continues with six three-day sessions to be held every other month at various public libraries across the state. Topics will include analytical and creative problem solving; planning and process improvement; managing change; financial management; performance measures; human resource management; ethical use of power; conflict resolution; coaching and group dynamics; media relations; leadership in a political environment; and delivering effective presentations. Participants must hold a master of library science, a master of science in library science or a master of library and information science degree, be currently employed in a public library in Georgia, and have at least two years of professional library experience. Training and Development, 2015-11-03T18:06:59+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/2015_2016_executive_leadership_institute_scholars /hr/development/newsletter/2015_2016_executive_leadership_institute_scholars Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Donna Webb, Director of Enrollment Management Albany State University John Fields, Chief of Police Armstrong State University Tim Moody, Associate Chief Information Officer Delana Gajdosik-Nivens, Associate Provost Student Engagement & Success Atlanta Metropolitan State College Alvin Harmon, Department Head, Science & Health Professions Augusta University Dale Hartenburg, Assistant Vice President for Student Services Clayton State University Ceimone Strickland, Director of Internal Audit College of Coastal Georgia Andrea Wallace, Department Chair for Natural Sciences, Professor of Chemistry Columbus State University Frank Hardymon, Assistant Vice President for Business & Finance Kimberly McElveen, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Dalton State College Gina Kertulis, Dean of the School of Health Professions & Associate Professor of Biology Darton State College Mike Kiefer, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs East Georgia State College Karen Jones, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management Fort Valley State University Brencleveton Truss, Associate Vice President of Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness Georgia College & State University Andy Lewter, Dean of Students Leslie Pierce, Chief Human Resources Officer Georgia Gwinnett College Deborah Patz, Executive Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations Georgia Highlands College Leslie Johnson, Dean, Cartersville Campus Georgia Institute of Technology Joseph Brooks, Director, Electronics, Optics, and Systems & Deputy Director Georgia Tech Research Institute Georgia Perimeter College Jamie Fernandes, Associate Vice President for Financial Affairs Georgia Southern University Tracy Linderholm, Associate Dean of Graduate Education & Research Wendy Woodrum, Director of Business Operations Georgia Southwestern State University Stephen Synder, Director of University Relations Georgia State University Brian Bride, Director & Professor School of Social Work Carrie Manning, Chair & Professor Department of Political Science Gordon State College Ric Calhoun, Director of Gordon State at McDonough & Professor of Business Kennesaw State University Lectra Lawhorne, Associate CIO & Assistant Vice President of Information Technology Services Savannah State University Sametria McFall-Dickerson, Assistant Dean College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Mable Moore, Chief Information Officer & Special Assistant to the President University of Georgia Sarah Covert, Associate Vice President for Faculty Affairs Gwynne Darden, Assistant Vice President for Facilities Planning Frederick Quinn, Department Head & Athletic Association Professor of Infectious Diseases University of North Georgia Kate Maine, Associate Vice President of University Relations Jeff Marker, Department Chair, Communication, Media & Journalism University of West Georgia Rick Sears, Assistant Vice President for Finance & Controller University System Office Cynthia Alexander, Director of Real Estate Ventures – Asset Management Valdosta State University Michael Black, Director of Institutional Effectiveness Executive Leadership, 2015-10-01T16:46:47+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/the_fifth_cohort_of_the_usg_executive_leadership_institute_set_to_begin /hr/development/newsletter/the_fifth_cohort_of_the_usg_executive_leadership_institute_set_to_begin The Board of Regents of the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP recognizes that developing leaders is critical to the future success of the System. The Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) is the flagship System-wide program developed in 2009 to prepare high-potential leaders for advancement in the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP. The ELI strengthens core leadership skills in four critical competency areas: strategy, engagement, collaboration, and execution. The ELI targets leaders in department chair, executive director, and higher management level positions and requires an investment of approximately 120 hours of the leader’s time over an eight-month period. Major institute components include group learning sessions, job shadowing, peer mentoring, and action learning. With the completion of the 2014-2015 ELI, the total number of alumni in the System increased to 278. Although participation in the ELI does not involve nor does it imply promotion or a change in position, more than ten percent of ELI Alumni have earned promotions or have been selected to assume a broader array of roles and job responsibilities. The USG Strategic Agenda includes a focus on accountability, efficiency, and innovation. The ELI supports growth and development of leaders to sustain the USG as a leading system of higher education institutions. Applications to the ELI are being accepted now through September 9, 2015. Executive Leadership, 2015-08-24T21:08:08+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/georgia_state_kicks_off_first_knowledge_sharing_day /hr/development/newsletter/georgia_state_kicks_off_first_knowledge_sharing_day Last spring the Georgia State Office of Organizational Development and Consulting Services partnered with their Staff Council for the first Annual Knowledge Sharing Day (KSD). This year’s theme was in honor of Dr. Seuss – Oh, the Places You’ll Go! KSD provided a platform for the 2014 Staff Development Fund recipients to share what they learned. Some staff members traveled abroad to the UK while others obtained certifications. During the spring 2014 semester, Georgia State University piloted a grant program for staff training and professional development in areas of strategic institutional importance. The Staff Training and Development Fund (STDF) provides two categories of support for training and development. Priority is given to training/development programs that strongly support the goals of the university Strategic Plan and that have the broadest possible impact. The STDF program is administered by the university Human Resources Department in collaboration with the GSU Staff Council. For more information on Knowledge Sharing Day at GSU click here: Training and Development, 2015-07-07T18:41:51+00:00 /hr/development/newsletter/regional_training_center_leader_receives_award /hr/development/newsletter/regional_training_center_leader_receives_award Deborah Covin Wilson (pictured in red above), Director of Organizational Development and Consulting Services at Georgia State, was one of the first nine recipients to receive the 2015 ATD CI CPLP Contributor Award on May 18, 2015 at the Association for Talent Development (ATD) awards ceremony as part of the International Conference in Orlando, Florida. The CPLP Contributor Award recognizes CPLP credential holders who put forth an outstanding effort to support, promote, and advance the CPLP certification program. Deborah Covin Wilson is the Regional Training Center (RTC) leader for Georgia State. Six Institutions have agreed to be RTC’s for the ÐÔÊÓ½çAPP’s Professional Development Consortium (PDC). Regional Training Centers assist other Institutions in their areas with professional development issues, and collaborate to develop solutions for challenges. For more information on the PDC, click here. Learning Industry Trends, 2015-06-26T19:24:51+00:00