Stressed at work? Worried about the future? Frustrated by change? You are not alone. Please consider joining us at workshops designed to help you navigate challenging times, at Clarkson and beyond.
We welcome executive coach, consultant and former Golden Knight, Jennifer deCoste, PhD back to the Potsdam campus as she leads a powerful series of workshops and coaching sessions with Clarkson faculty and staff. See below for session descriptions and more about Dr. deCoste.
All are welcome. Seats are limited, register by 4:30 pm on Monday, March 11, 2024.
Registration Form: check for dates and times.
Location: In person Potsdam campus (virtual option available by request)
Workshops
Workshop 1: Understanding Change
In this 90-minute workshop, participants will begin to explore the psychology of change through the lens of Wander Woman by Marcia Reynolds. The human response to change will be explored using insights from the book, and all participants will consider their emotional response to change. Journey mapping through the stages of change will be featured as the interactive position of this workshop. This workshop will be offered once, and all participants will receive a Kindle version copy of the Wander Woman book (Free to participants). One time offering.
Workshop 2: Thriving Through Change
This dynamic 90-minute workshop is tailored for those seeking to navigate uncertainty with confidence. Through interactive exercises and thought-provoking discussions, participants will learn proven strategies to bolster their resilience and embrace change as an opportunity for growth. From practical tools for managing stress to innovative approaches for harnessing change as a catalyst for success, this workshop equips educators with the mindset and skills needed to thrive in today’s ever-evolving academic landscape. This workshop will be offered twice. Offered two times.
Workshop 3: Values-Aligned Goal Setting
During times of change, goals must be aligned with values, but often typical goal-setting processes miss this key component. Using a series of micro-steps to achieve goals is often far more productive and helpful to achieving true change. Utilizing a simple and fun peak performance exercise from positive psychology, participants will connect with their core values and learn a technique to help bring their goals into reality. This 90-minute workshop will be offered twice. Offered two times.
Coaching
A total of five coaching session slots will be available to individuals and groups. Indicate your interest and availability in joining a coaching session in the registration form. These sessions will be driven by the individual or group’s agenda, completely confidential, and a way for Clarkson faculty and staff to access coaching services at no charge. All sessions must be signed up for in advance (no walk-ins) and are limited to a maximum of five people. Organizers will confirm coaching appointments prior to these sessions.
Facilitator Bio
Jennifer deCoste is the President of ACT Executive Coaching, which focuses on helping higher education leaders be authentic, courageous, and transformative. Before this, she spent ten years consulting as the Senior Vice President for Rankin Climate / RW Jones and the Vice President at Credo Higher Education. She has helped over 100 institutions develop strategic plans throughout her consulting career and coached and worked with over 1,000 executives and leaders with culture and leadership challenges. Throughout her career, she has built a reputation as a truth-teller who practices radical candor, a passionate former faculty member who believes in shared governance, and a strategy expert who strives to maximize the potential of those she serves.
Jennifer has over 25 years of experience in higher education, particularly in strategy, diversity, and culture. Before moving into coaching and consulting full-time, Jennifer served as the Vice Chancellor and Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where she also briefly served as the Chief Advancement Officer; Associate Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Clarkson University, where she was also a faculty member; and the Chief Diversity Officer at Penn State Altoona, where she was also a faculty member.
When not engrossed in client work, you will often find her on stages around the country performing as a musician and actor, a second career she has maintained since she graduated from the Hartt Conservatory of Music. She also holds a Master’s in Counseling and a dual-title PhD from Penn State in Curriculum and Instruction and Gender Studies. When she’s not serving clients or performing, you may also find her making mischief with her 75 rescue plants, two rescue rat terriers, rescue Turkish Van cat, and wife of over 25 years in her home in Greensboro, NC.
Workshops and Coaching series is a continuation of the Navigating Change as a Community effort underway during the Spring 2024 season. Remember all are welcome to join the conversation.
Hosted by Faculty Development and Support Task Force, along with sponsors: ADVANCE STEM LEAF; Institution of STEM Ed.
Questions? Contact Faculty Support and Development Task Force member Laura Perry for questions, lperry@clarkson.edu or 315-268-6760.
