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Leadership Academy

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About the Academy

The 16-month program will include leaders from all areas of the university in a relatively small cohort. The nine, 90-120 minutes monthly sessions will consist of guest experts, discussion, and application/case studies on key topics and issues for higher education generally and UNO specifically. In addition to the monthly sessions, additional resources will be provided or recommended and participants will be invited to select campus and community events.

The purposes of the academy are to:

  • Develop a system of leaders to work in a highly connected enterprise;

  • Foster a culture of empathy and care in the context of teamwork;

  • Equip participants a comprehensive understanding of modern university—particularly a public, urban, research, engaged university; and

  • Retain and attract top talent at UNO.

Tentative academy topics include:

  • Preparing Yourself for Future Roles/Leadership

  • Culture, Change, Creativity and innovation in higher education

  • Finance: University Budget 101 and Compliance

  • Create Strategies with Competitive Advantages and Innovations

  • Enrollment Management: Recruitment, Marketing, and Retention

  • Relationships: Media, Government, and Community

  • Media and Crisis Management

  • How to Be a Leader

This year's members include:

Name Title
Taryn Ninemire Sr. Assoc. AD for Athletic Performance
Denise Kjeldgaard Director, Auxiliary Services
Amanda Buker Director, Sponsored Programs
Sierra Roseby Assoc. Director, Student Leadership, Involvement, & Inclusion
Marlina Davidson Director, Instructional Design
Jason Jones CEC Building Services Manager
Anthony Flott Executive Director, UNO Alumni Assoc.
Katie Martikainen Director, Alumni Engagement
Lucy Morrison Director, UNO Honors Program
Dana Richter-Egger Director, Math-Science Learning Center
Christine Billings Director, Division of Continuing Studies
Brenda Kolobara Director, Research Compliance
Angie Kennedy Director, Creative Services
Laura Thayer-Mencke Director, Financial Support
Jonathan Acosta Director, Academic Advising
Eric Hinsdale ITS, Leads UNO Client Services

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