FTLI
Washington University is dedicated to developing the next generation of academic leaders through a robust suite of formal and informal leadership development opportunities. Inspired by the talent that exists in our community, we are actively investing in our faculty and staff.
Description
This new cohort-based program is open to tenured and mid-career teaching, research, and practice faculty who currently serve or aspire to serve in administrative or academic leadership positions on the Danforth Campus. It will offer skill development in critical leadership areas and encourage professional networking for faculty across disciplines.
Schedule
FTLI will run from January to April 2025. The Institute will host half-day sessions (8:30 am -1:00 pm) each month focused on effective and transformational leadership practices. The sessions will be highly interactive, and all will take place in-person on the Danforth Campus.
The program schedule is listed below:
| Date | Topic |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, January 8 | Kick-off Dinner – 5:30pm |
| Friday, January 31 | Equitable Leadership |
| Friday, February 14 | Communication Skills |
| Friday, March 7 | Difficult Conversations |
| Friday, April 4 | University Operations |
| Friday, April 25 | Transitioning into Leadership Roles |
Zoom information session
Learn more about the program by viewing the following recording of our Zoom information session.
Application
The application process will open May 28, 2024 and close on September 30, 2024. Applicants will be notified of decisions by the end of October 2024. Applicants should have one reference letter from a WashU faculty or staff member sent to vpfad@wustl.edu by September 30, 2024. The letter should address their interests and strengths related to academic leadership.
Because this is a competitive program with a limited number of spaces, those selected must commit to attending at least four of the five sessions in addition to the Kick-off Dinner.
For more information contact: Cecilia Hanan Reyes, Senior Program Manager, Office of the Provost, chanan@wustl.edu