Today, contingent faculty are enormously prevalent in higher education institutions, especially in community colleges. In 2018, data from the American Association of University Professors showed that ...

This program equipped me with timely resources to strategically lead my department as we and our entire institution navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education. Strategic-Leadership ...

Spread the loveIn the ever-evolving landscape of education, the necessity for effective teaching practices cannot be overstated. Recent findings from a review conducted by the U.S. Government ...

It is the first thing to go when budgets get tight. It is the first thing we cancel when things get too busy or we are short staffed. We feel guilty asking for it, but then we often don’t take full ...

Professional development does more than encourage growth. It connects people to an organization, including its mission. When a company invests in employees, they also become invested in seeing the ...

Earning your degree and landing that first position in your career field of choice might seem like an exciting finish line to what’s been many years of academic preparation and training. But in ...

The English learner population is growing but the number of specialized instructors for them and training for general education teachers who work with them is lagging. Researchers and educators say ...

The LEAD certificate is designed to provide students with opportunities to master leadership and professional development competencies. The dynamic nature of today’s society and economy requires us ...

Most districts have yet to provide professional development around the use of artificial intelligence, largely because the technology is evolving so quickly. It’s hard to keep up, and most leaders don ...

In 2015, I transitioned to fire chief of the McKeesport, PA, Fire Department. I had ideas to move the department forward but quickly realized that I lacked the tools to implement them effectively. Yes ...

The Office of Engagement offers professional development opportunities for Purdue faculty, students, and staff interested in meaningfully engaging with communities. This effort is led by Dr. Jason ...

Developing and continual growth as a professional is an important part of most careers, but it plays a pivotal role if you’re a registered nurse (RN). Depending on the state you practice in, ...