Sessions

Breakfast will be provided for all Institute participants.

After a day of sessions, it will be time to reconnect and enjoy each other’s company at this special event under the Texas stars at the Knibbe Ranch. Buses for the event will begin loading at 5:45 p.m. and leave promptly at 6:00 p.m. All Institute participants are invited to gather for drinks, refreshments, and conversation.

This reception is by invitation only.

This meeting is by invitation only.

Representatives of institutions and organizations that are members of CIC’s Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) are invited to learn about ongoing network opportunities and to connect with leaders at other NetVUE member campuses. Refreshments will be served.

Fundraising is a major part of most presidents’ portfolios. It frequently involves presidential spouses or partners, who often have little exposure or experience in the enterprise. In this session participants will learn from an experienced advancement professional and from spouses/partners about their role and best practices when fundraising.

The Chronicle of Higher Education recently declared that “your college’s top lawyer has never been more powerful,” while a forthcoming book from Harvard University Press titled All the Campus Lawyers positions attorneys at the center of a “new era” in higher education. As the role of legal counsel in university governance grows, many college presidents […]

Private colleges are currently able to position themselves to increase congressionally directed spending (formerly known as earmarks) for strategic projects and critical infrastructure. Explore case studies presented by CIC member presidents who have successfully developed relationships with members of Congress and secured millions in funding for community and institutional projects through the congressionally directed spending […]

(This session is open only to currently serving college and university presidents and spouses/partners.) Taking on a college presidency is a huge decision for a couple and/or family, but just as daunting is the decision to renew your contract or move on to a new job or life experience. Join this panel of experienced presidents and […]

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts at many CIC institutions are embedded in a mission commitment. As more DEI efforts come under scrutiny in many states, examine how religiously affiliated and mission-driven institutions are navigating their obligations to diversity, equity, and inclusion.