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Event is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 10, virtually and Friday, Aug. 11, in person

Staff members in the College of Arts and Sciences are invited to join the third-annual staff summit.听Day one of the summit will feature virtual offerings focused on the event鈥檚 theme,听Where have we been? Where are we going? How are we growing?听听

Presentations will showcase the wide range of work in the college and the broader CU community. They will also share insight into the future of higher education, particularly how CU Boulder will adapt to students鈥� changing needs and the college鈥檚 opportunities to thrive.

Day two听of the staff summit will highlight themes related to听Connection, Community & Service. Organized activities and networking sessions will foster a stronger sense of community and belonging. Our emphasis on strengthening connections will involve learning about service projects, engaging in community building and fun!

The summit is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (virtual) and Friday, Aug. 11,^,听from 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (in-person) with prizes on both days. All members of the college鈥檚 staff are welcome to attend. Registration is required and is available at this听听

Participation is optional, but we encourage all staff to attend relevant sessions, and we urge managers and chairs to support these professional-development and community-building activities.听

The staff summit is an extension of the college鈥檚听Be Heard听initiative and its commitment to employee development and engagement. The Be SEEN: Staff Training and Mentoring working group is committed to providing staff more opportunities to connect and network by investing in professional development opportunities such as this staff summit.听

How to attend and next steps:

• Please register by Friday, July 28, for听one or both days听of the staff summit at this听.

• Please be sure to include your dietary restrictions for breakfast and lunch.
• Help us celebrate college wins!听听As part of the 2023 staff summit, we want to celebrate the great accomplishments of the departments of arts and sciences. Please take a moment to describe your department's biggest win听of the year by completing a short questionnaire at this听.

For questions, contact听Erin Cunningham Ritter.听听

Full schedule of events:

10鈥�10:15 a.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 Welcome and opening remarks

Bernadette Stewart, assistant dean of culture and people听

10:15鈥�11 a.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 Keynote Presentation

Pat O鈥橰ourke, executive vice chancellor and chief operating officer, CU Boulder听听听

O鈥橰ourke will deliver a presentation that sets the tone for the summit's theme: "Where have we been? Where are we going? How are we growing?"

11鈥�11:10 a.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 听 听Break

11:10 a.m.鈥�12:10 p.m.听听Journey to Achieving 鈥淥ur College鈥� DEI Goals

Dr. Patricia Gonzalez, assistant dean for justice, equity, diversity and听inclusion

This presentation gives an overview of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) Plan, the five diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) goals inspired by the IDEA Plan and offers updates on the College of Arts and Sciences鈥� progress on the DEI Action Plan. Rooted in the college鈥檚 and university's commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus environment, this workshop aims to provide transparency to the college鈥檚 DEI progress, including efforts to create a community where every individual feels valued and empowered. Gonzalez will delve into details of the IDEA Plan and DEI Action Plan, which encompass various strategies and initiatives to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our college. Be inspired to actively contribute to this transformative journey as we work together to build a more inclusive and equitable future for all members of our community. For more information, please visit听the IDEA Plan website,听CU Boulder鈥檚 Five DEI Goals听and the听DEI Action Plan website.

12:10鈥�12:40 p.m.听听听听听听Lunch break

12:40鈥�1:40 p.m 听 听 听 听 听 听Trends in Higher Education:听 A Panel Discussion with College Leadership

Moderated by Dean Glen Krutz听

Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the latest trends in higher education and how this informs the future of the College of Arts and Sciences as well as our college culture. In this one-hour session, several deans from the College of Arts and Sciences at CU Boulder will share their expertise and perspectives on a range of topics鈥攆rom the impact of artificial intelligence and the promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion, to navigating the balance between freedom of speech and inclusivity on college campuses. This panel will delve into the pressing issues shaping higher education today. The session also will explore the potential of technology to enhance the educational experience, and prepare students for a globalized society. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the ever-evolving landscape of higher education and how it influences the newly reorganized college. Panelists include:听听

鈥斕�Bud Coleman, associate dean of baby直播app affairs and initiatives听
鈥斕�Patricia Gonzalez, assistant dean for diversity, equity and inclusion
鈥斕�Sarah Jackson, dean of the Division of Social Sciences
鈥斕�John-Michael Rivera, dean of the Division of Arts and Humanities
鈥斕�Clint Talbott, assistant dean for communication

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1:40鈥�1:50 p.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 Break

1:50鈥�2:20 p.m.听听听听听听听听听听听听听Research Highlights in the College

Holly Barnard, associate dean for research听

Please join this session for an informative presentation on groundbreaking research happening at CU Boulder and in the听college. Explore diverse disciplines, innovative projects and the transformative impact of our baby直播app and researchers. Discover the latest insights and opportunities that make our college a hub of intellectual听curiosity and innovation.

2:20鈥�2:30 p.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 Wrap-up

8:45鈥�9:15 a.m.听听听听听听听听听听听听听Bagels and coffee

9:15鈥�9:30 a.m.听听听听听听听听听听听听听Welcome and opening remarks

Dean Glen Krutz

9:30鈥�9:45 a.m.听听听听听听听听听听听听听Celebrate the College鈥檚 Employees of the Year听听

Elaine Paul and Jessica Brunecky, Staff Advisory Committee co-chairs

9:45鈥�11:30 a.m.听听听听听听听听听听听听Crafting Your Leadership Narrative

Dr. Patricia Gonzalez, assistant dean of justice, equity and inclusion, and Erin Cunningham Ritter, director of wellness and employee engagement

This workshop employs the psychological processes of storytelling to help generate inspired, action-oriented and results-driven leadership narratives and brands. Participants will explore the key elements of effective storytelling while navigating unconscious biases that may influence the tone of the stories we tell ourselves about our own capabilities and accomplishments, as well as how we articulate our professional history to our colleagues, employers and potential clients.

11:30鈥�11:45 a.m. 听 听 听 听Break

11:45 a.m.鈥�12:15 p.m.听Staff Development:听Community Service and the Staff Professional Development Fund听听

Kathy Noonan, director of community engagement, and Bernadette Stewart, assistant dean of culture and people

Community service and professional development promote wellness and wellbeing. Engaging in community service and professional development activities provides individuals with increased positive emotions and a deeper sense of purpose. It offers opportunities for social interaction and connection, broadens experience and perspective and assists career growth. Join us to learn about existing and new opportunities to engage with the college and local community.

12:15鈥�12:30 p.m. 听 听 听 听 Sustainable Practices with CU Boulder Recycling Services

Barry Sparks, facilities management outreach program manager

Join us as we explore CU Boulder's commitment to sustainable practices through recycling听and composting. Discover comprehensive recycling programs and initiatives, including e-waste collection, that contribute to environmental stewardship. Learn about the university's successful food waste diversion programs and the utilization of compost in landscaping and gardening, inspiring individuals to adopt eco-conscious habits for a greener future.

12:30鈥�1:30 p.m.听听听听听听听听听Lunch听

1:30鈥�2:30 p.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 College Climate and Decision-Making Activity听

Elaine Paul, Staff Advisory Committee co-chair听

Expanding on recent and continuing discussions at college community meetings, the dean's Staff Advisory Committee (SAC) seeks input on how to improve the baby直播app culture, or climate, for staff and integrate staff members in decision-making processes at both college and unit levels. In this session, staff will work in groups to explore barriers and opportunities in building a culture of true partnership. The feedback gathered will inform SAC's advocacy efforts as the group prepares a white paper on this subject.

2:30鈥�2:40 p.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 Break

2:40鈥�3:30 p.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 Knowledge Hub Sneak Peak听

Bernadette Stewart, assistant dean of culture and people, and听Erin Cunningham Ritter, director of wellness and employee engagement

When deployed, this resource will be a hub of knowledge, providing an introduction to the CU System. It will help employees and supervisors fully recognize where they are situated in the college and to gain tactical guidance about work responsibilities. Knowledge Hub is a Microsoft OneNote file that will have multiple owners, editors and users. This is a 鈥渓iving document鈥� in which staff are encouraged to contribute their expertise, historical knowledge, tips and tricks via Microsoft Teams channels.

3:30鈥�4:30 p.m. 听 听 听 听 听 听 听Campus Tour听

Gavin Laing, baby直播app affairs senior coordinator听

Concluding the staff summit, we invite you to join us for a captivating campus听tour. As the final session of the summit, this tour will immerse you in our top-tier public research institution nestled at the base of the Flatirons. Discover the academic excellence, cutting-edge facilities and vibrant community that define the college and university. From historic landmarks to awe-inspiring outdoor spaces, CU Boulder offers an unforgettable educational journey in a stunning natural setting. Bring your water and walking shoes and dress for our baby直播app weather! 听

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