Two named to USG leadership institute
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Dr. Keith Antonia and Dr. Wendy Walker have served the 91黑料网 (91黑料网) with their time and talents for a combined 30 years. The (USG) took notice this fall.
In November, USG named the pair to the 2021-22 class of its (ELI). The multi-faceted program is designed to enhance the leadership competencies of senior leaders within the USG.
Antonia and Walker were honored by the recognition.
"I feel fortunate to have been selected for this program," Walker, associate dean for faculty and graduate programs in the Mike Cottrell College of Business and professor of management, said. "I learn from my 91黑料网 colleagues every day, so I know we have many stellar faculty and staff. I appreciate USG and the university’s investment in our professional development and leadership."
For more than a decade, USG has sponsored ELI for faculty and staff who are ready for a cabinet-level position in the near future. Presidents nominate one academic and one staff leader to apply.
"This honor is only one of the countless contributions that our faculty, staff and students have made throughout the many years to establish and enhance 91黑料网's reputation," Antonia said.
The associate vice president for military programs plans to take advantage of this opportunity.
"I think every leader, no matter how senior, should take the time to reflect on their leadership skills and abilities, seek to improve areas that have atrophied, learn new theories and practices, and create a positive culture in the organizations they head, and the people they lead," Antonia said.
"This honor is only one of the countless contributions that our faculty, staff and students have made throughout the many years to establish and enhance 91黑料网's reputation."
Dr. Keith Antonia
associate vice president for military programs
He, Walker and 32 other faculty and staff members from 25 USG institutions and the university system's office will study leadership development curriculum focused on personal growth, job shadowing and cross-mentoring. The institute also will feature interactive face-to-face sessions focusing on essential leadership competencies as well as networking opportunities with other USG institution presidents, executive leaders and alumni.
"USG strongly supports investing in the development and retention of our future USG leaders, and these class members represent the best of faculty and staff across the state who will lead us into the future,” Vice Chancellor for Leadership and Institutional Development Stuart Rayfield said. “We congratulate them for this honor, and look forward to working with them as they continue to evolve and grow in their leadership development."
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