Seven Minnesota State University, Mankato faculty and staff members have been accepted into the 2005-2006 Minnesota State Colleges & Universities System Leadership Academy program.
MnSCU's Leadership Academy is an 18-month program that teaches leadership theories, practices and skills to faculty and staff members who aspire to future leadership positions. The program focuses on leadership at all levels, to help faculty and staff more effectively lead their departments and colleges.
MSU faculty and staff who have been accepted into the 2005-2006 program are: Greg Bednar, development officer for the College of Science, Engineering & Technology; Avra Johnson, Political Science & Law Enforcement faculty member; Lori Lamb, director of Human Resources; Jayne Larsen, assistant to the dean of Institutional Diversity; Jan Marble, director of Student Financial Services; Jeffrey Pribyl, chair of Chemistry & Geology; and Debra Schulz, administrative assistant to the registrar.
"Sound leadership at all levels is essential if we're to fulfill our vision as a university where students, faculty and staff achieve more than they thought possible," said MSU President Richard Davenport. "I congratulate these MSU employees - they have already demonstrated significant leadership qualities, and the Leadership Academy will help them hone their skills over the next two years."
The Leadership Academy is sponsored by the MnSCU Office of the Chancellor, and facilitated by The Academy of Mesa, Ariz. Enrollment is limited to 54 participants. The program provides participants with skills to thoroughly understand, internalize and apply leadership concepts and skills. It focuses on active engagement, meaningful and relevant content, useful and applicable learning, and measurable outcomes.
The program includes two leadership sessions over one year (an initial five-day session, followed a year later by a concluding five-day session). Between sessions, participants have practical experience with guidance from college mentors and Academy coaches.
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