Explore Academic Leadership Through the Lens of the Humanities

Overview

The Humanities Faculty Leadership Program is a year-long professional development experience for humanities faculty interested in gaining a deeper understanding of academic leadership and higher education administration. Participants engage with experienced leaders from across the Big Ten Academic Alliance, explore leadership perspectives and career pathways, and gain firsthand insight into how leadership is practiced across a variety of institutional contexts.

Whether participants are curious about how academic leaders navigate complex challenges, interested in learning more about leadership roles within higher education, or seeking opportunities for professional growth and connection, this program provides a unique opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage with peers from across the Big Ten Academic Alliance.

Program Details

Participant Eligibility

• Tenured faculty in an eligible humanities discipline, including those serving in department-level leadership roles (e.g., associate department head, vice department head, department head). Eligibility is limited to faculty and department-level leaders; individuals serving in college-level or central academic administrative roles are not eligible.
• Faculty interested in exploring academic leadership and gaining greater insight into leadership roles, responsibilities, and perspectives in higher education.

Program Costs