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Hello everyone! Well, it doesn’t necessarily take a groundhog seeing its shadow for us to know that we are in throes of winter. But we are also in spring semester and that means we will soon be selecting the next cohort, our eighth (can you believe it?!), for the Next Gen 2.0 program. In consultation with our board, our eligibility criteria have changed slightly. Please refer your colleagues in your unit (e.g., staff and faculty who are women and/or from historically underrepresented groups) to apply to this important program for leadership development if they fit the following criteria:
Staff criteria:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience at IUPUI
- Status of "career/advanced" or "operational/senior operational" level or higher
Faculty criteria:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience at IUPUI
- Full time lecturers, clinical, research, and tenured/tenure-track professors
- Faculty employed as "academic specialist"
We hope that this tweaking of our eligibility criteria will yield a broader pool of applicants and increment the successful cadre of Next Gen alums on our campus. We appreciate all that you do and look forward to receiving your nominations. With all the anticipated leadership changes to our campus this semester, we remain your ardent supporters of your leadership endeavors.
If you have some news to share, please email us at ude[dot]iupui[at]negtxen and we will be sure to include it in our next newsletter.
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We are happy to acknowledge our current and alumni members for their latest accomplishments:
2015-16 Cohort
2016-17 Cohort
2017-2018 Cohort
- Sharon Kandris: Appointed interim executive director of the Polis Center
- Courtnee Yarbrough: Appointed director of strategic engagement at Circular Indiana
2019-20 Cohort
- Ukamaka Oruche : Awarded two international engagement grants from the Office of International Affairs—a Global Impact Research grant (w/OVCR) and a Sustainable Development Goals grant
Special recognition this month goes to our own fearless leader, Kathy Grove! In December, Kathy was awarded the Outstanding Practice with Local Impact Award for 2021 by the Women and Leadership Member Community of the International Leadership Association. This award recognizes excellence in the practice of an individual whose advocacy, commitment, or actions in support of women in leadership has influenced individuals and audiences within their organization or community. Award recipients are those who practice leadership-from outside or within the academic arena--with a focus on women and leadership and has implemented a substantial change, policy, or event that has benefited women within a local sphere. Kathy was deeply humbled by this award, which came through nomination from Professor Julie Manning Magid, Professor of Business Law, Kelley School of Business and Executive and Academic Director, Randall L. Tobias Center for Leadership Excellence. Brava, Kathy!!
We also recognize our board member, Etta Ward. Etta was recently recognized by Indiana University with a Building Bridges Award, during its observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, at its second annual Social Justice Conference. This award honors Indiana University faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners across IU's campuses who capture Dr. King's spirit, vision, and leadership. In support of the Next Gen 2.0 program, Etta gives generously of her time each year, and during this academic year, she has facilitated discussion and deep reflection among the cohort at each session. She is an invaluable member of our team and always brings her passion and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging to bear in any fora. Way to go, Etta!!
Let us toot your horn for you! su dneS your latest accomplishments.
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“What about me?” Creating a Workplace Culture Where Everyone Belongs.
We have seen major disruptions to our lives and workplaces in recent years due to the pandemic, the resulting health care crisis, the supply chain dilemma, and an increase in hate crimes, racial strife and political discord. In the midst of this, consumers and employees alike are demanding more equitable workplaces. It has been reported that the U.S. spends $8 billion a year on diversity, equity and inclusion training. Is it working?
To be effective, everyone’s buy-in is needed. Everyone needs to feel included. That is the conclusion of Coqual, a non-profit think tank in the DE&I space. They say that everyone needs to feel that they “belong." The need to belong is a fundamental psychological human need. They define belonging in the workspace as 1.) being seen for our unique contributions; 2.) feeling connected to our co-workers; 3.) being supported in our daily work and career development and 4.) feeling proud of our organization’s values and purpose.
Their research shows that fostering “belonging” can be healing and support all DEI work. They have found ways to do this at every level: Organizations – spotlight role models and highlight the diversity you do have. Senior leaders – build diverse teams and listen to all voices on your team. Managers – praise good work, give honest feedback and be responsive to concerns. Colleagues – be respectful and supportive and ask how you can help.
Pulling together to create a culture of belonging is foundational to creating workplaces where employees can thrive. Coqual’s research shows that everyone can play a part.
Source: What Does It Take to Build a Culture of Belonging?
Read a good article on leadership lately? ti dneS to us to share with your fellow alumni!
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March is National Women’s History Month!
Women’s History Month was established by Congress in 1987 to address the fact that, “the role of American women in history has been consistently overlooked and undervalued in the body of American history” and to remedy this “the President is requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.”
IUPUI celebrates Women’s History Month every March with programs from various units or student organizations and with a Recognition Reception where faculty, staff and students are recognized and celebrated for their achievements and contributions by the Office for Women and the Division of Student Affairs.
For 2022, we have expanded the criteria to recognize and celebrate students, faculty and staff who have demonstrated significant leadership, achievement, advocacy, or service at the campus, community, national, and/or international level in support of gender equity, women’s empowerment, women’s history, or cultures of inclusion.
Guidelines and online nomination forms for the 2022 faculty, staff, and student nomination process can be found at this website.
All nominations are due by Sunday, March 6th, at 6 p.m.
Winners will be announced and honored at the Women’s History Month Recognition Reception on Thursday, March 31st, 2:30–4:30 p.m. in the Campus Center, Room 450, located at 420 University Blvd.
We are happy to advertise your events that will contribute to your fellow alumni’s leadership development. wonk su teL.
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