Campus leadership support and development is a key CIC priority. This page accumulates a growing list of resources primarily intended for first-time presidents of a CIC type college and university. Some are derived from long-standing programs such as the annual New Presidents Program and Presidents Institute. Others are produced ad hoc, responsive to expressions of presidents’ interests and needs. All are engaging topics from the CIC sector perspective and introduce subject matter experts.
For more information about CIC programs and services for presidents, please contact Jeff Woods, Vice President for Member Engagement, at jwoods@cic.edu. For CIC membership information please contact Alicia Jackson, Membership Services and Tuition Exchange Program Manager, at ajackson@cic.edu.
2026 New Presidents Program
The 2026 New Presidents Program is January 3–4 at the Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, FL.
Videos
Commanding the Message and Discovering Your Voice
We are thrilled to introduce a valuable resource addressing new issues for new presidents: “Commanding the Message and Discovering Your Voice”—a video featuring experienced college presidents and communications experts sharing critical insights to help you navigate the challenges of presidential communications with confidence.
Speakers:
- Kathryn Morris, President, St. Lawrence University (NY)
- Lori S. White, President, DePauw University (IN)
- Matt Gerien, Senior Advisor for Strategic Communications, CIC
- Marjorie Hass, President, CIC
The Policy Agenda for Independent Higher Education
Decisions made in the nation’s capital continue to have a tremendous impact on the higher education landscape. Join the leaders of two national associations serving independent colleges and universities for our annual discussion of the current legislative and policy agenda.
Speakers:
- Marjorie Hass, President, CIC
- Barbara K. Mistick, President, National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities