Sessions

Great Lakes Colleges Association Convener: Michael A. McDonald, President

​Convener: Carol Bruess, Chair, Presidential Spouses and Partners Task Force; and Presidential Spouse, College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

(Open only to currently serving college and university presidents.) A panel of distinguished presidents of independent colleges and universities will lead a discussion about free expression on campus. Should campuses allow all forms of expression? How do we balance expression with institutional missions and norms? What are the policies, how are they expressed, and who […]

Presidential spouses and partners are invited to gather in this 45th-floor venue for refreshments, friendship, networking, and a spectacular view of the city.

(Sponsored by Capture Higher Ed and Parkhurst Dining) Connect with representatives from sponsor organizations to learn more about their services and area of expertise.

(Sponsored by FORVIS and Hunter Global Education, LLC) Roundtable Discussions are designated for presidents who wish to join colleagues for informal conversation about topics of mutual interest. Please note that space is limited to the seating available in each room. Activating Transformation Through Data and Technology How can presidents ensure that data are leveraged to […]

(Sponsored by AGB Consulting and The Collaborative) Connect with representatives from sponsor organizations to learn more about their services and area of expertise.

A DEEPER DIVE INTO THE ENNEAGRAM: WHAT MAKES YOU SHINE IN YOUR ROLE AS PRESIDENTIAL SPOUSE/PARTNER? The Enneagram is a popular tool for uncovering our gifts and understanding our deeper motivations. In this two-hour interactive presentation, explore nine ways of interacting with others and how you can be more effective and fulfilled in your unique […]

(Sponsored by Dynamic Campus and Stevens Strategy, LLC) APPLICATION FREE: NEW STRATEGIES FOR MAKING AND DIVERSIFYING YOUR CLASS Many colleges and universities around the country are beginning to forego traditional applications and adopting recruitment tools offered by companies such as Concourse and Sage Scholars to diversify their student bodies. Could recruiting and admitting students who […]

(Sponsored by Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) and Steptoe & Johnson PLLC) Connect with representatives from sponsor organizations to learn more about their services and area of expertise.