Deans Executive Roundtable: Envisioning the Future of the Academic Enterprise

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Washington, D.C.

Colleges and schools are the foundation for transformative change at research universities. Deans hold a unique role at the intersection of faculty and administration, where they are responsible for executing on strategy at both the institutional and college levels. Higher ed is changing rapidly and strategically focused deans are looking for opportunities for academic innovation while navigating organizational change.

Join us in Washington, D.C. for a convening of deans focused on the critical issues they face as they lead their colleges. Learn how deans are re-envisioning their colleges for the future, exploring a range of changes from new credentials to the role of AI. We’ll also delve into critical issues facing the research enterprise.

Agenda

Day One

5:00 p.m.
Arrival at EAB Office and Transportation to Dinner

5:30 p.m.
Dinner & Postcards from Campus
Cross-table discussion of successes and challenges at each attendee’s institution

Day Two

8:00 a.m.
Arrival

8:15 a.m.
Navigating Up and Down: The Deans’ Challenge (and Opportunity) in Higher Ed
Breakfast Provided

9:00 a.m.
Driving Innovation and Growth: Shaping Your Academic Portfolio for Long-Term Success

11:00 a.m.
2024 Industry Futures Preview: Generative AI

12:00 p.m.
Lunch – Facilitated Discussions

1:00 p.m.
Competing in the Era of Research Superstars: How to Grow the Research Enterprise by Attracting and Cultivating Top Faculty

2:30 p.m.
Concluding Remarks

3:00 p.m.
Adjournment

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