By Cheri Hawkins

Registration is now open for the Women’s Leadership Institute!

The 2013 Women’s Leadership Institute will be held December 3-6 at the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, on Amelia Island, FL.

The Women’s Leadership Institute is a unique program designed especially for women who aspire to senior leadership positions in higher education. Co-produced by 19 higher education member associations, this event presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity to gain insights into the college and university culture and exercise and extend their understanding of the campus as a workplace.


NIRSA’s women presidents, seen here at our 2013 Annual Conference, are the embodiment of the skills and leadership qualities that can be found at the Women’s Leadership Institute.

At the 2013 Institute, attendees are sure to forge new personal friendships, you’re your professional network, and further develop your networking skills in order to become better attuned the higher education community. This four-day/three-night development opportunity has five primary learning objectives:

  • To effectively utilize key leadership skills: negotiation, communication, introducing and managing change, developing yourself and others, and creating effective work environments
  • To develop your greatest strengths and talents through a highly regarded personal assessment tool 
  • To recognize and appreciate the roles, responsibilities, and perspectives of a broad range of higher education professionals 
  • To build relationships and improve goal achievement when working with people from across campus 
  • To help your institution respond successfully to the unique challenges of today

In addition, attendees can earn up to 0.9 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) toward the NIRSA Registry of Collegiate Recreational Sports Professionals (RCRSP) with core competencies in Philosophy and Theory, Management Techniques, Business Procedures, Personal and Professional Qualities.

Consider applying for one of four scholarships that are available for the 2013 program. But remember, early bird registration ends November 1 and space is limited. Register today to take advantage of this opportunity for women leaders.

Last year’s event was a huge hit, with the official assessment of the 2012 Women’s Leadership Institute boasting the following satisfaction levels:

  • 94% of attendees reported that their experience met or exceeded their expectations.
  • 95% of attendees would recommend the Women’s Leadership Institute to a friend or colleague.
  • 89% of the respondents believed the topics covered by the institute faculty were excellent.
  • 85% of the 2012 attendee assessment respondents believed the learning objectives were met. 
  • 95% of those who believed that the learning objectives were met, also believed that the value of the program was excellent.