USM Professional Development Week 2023

The USM Learning and Talent Development Committee is pleased to announce the third annual USM-wide Professional Development Week will run from September 18th - 22nd. Professional development week is virtual and free for all USM employees. Learning tracks include Workplace Productivity, Personal Leadership Mastery, Inclusion and Belonging, and Wellness for the Workplace. Scroll down for a registration link, the list of keynote panelists, and view workshop titles. In addition to the keynote and workshops, we will have Morning Mindfulness, with our own Jill Wardell, Director of Talent Learning & OD, and networking sessions to meet your USM colleagues. 

The USM Learning & Talent Development Committee’s third annual completely virtual professional development week, Fall into Success: Innovate, Inspire, Lead, kicks off with a keynote panel featuring distinguished leaders in higher education. Moderated by Melody Wright, Coordinator, Talent Learning & Organizational Development at UMBC, this compelling panel promises to provide valuable insights as these exceptional leaders share their experiences and visions for the future of higher education. It is a not-to-be-missed event, setting the tone for an exciting week of growth, learning, and professional development.

Anthony Jenkins, Ph.D., President, CSU

Ellen Herbst, Senior Vice Chancellor Admin & Finance, USMO

Chris Steele, Vice Provost, Division of Professional Studies, UMBC

Patricia A. Perillo, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs, UMCP

Lawanda Dockins-Mills, Ph.D., Interim AVP for Student Affairs, SU

Diane Forbes-Berthoud, Ph.D., M.A., Chief Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer and Vice President, UMB

Boosting Workplace Efficiency: Harnessing A.I. Assistance

From Stress to Resilience: Navigating Workplace Challenges

Fostering Retention through Inclusion and Belonging

Leading from Within: Strengthening Leadership Qualities

Mastering Virtual Presentations: Rocking Zoom

Embracing Diversity: Developing Intercultural Awareness

Mastering Business Writing in Higher Education

Recharge and Thrive: Managing Burnout and Stress

Micro Affirmations: Building an Inclusive Culture

Inspiring Innovation with Psychological Safety

Navigating Stress in the Workplace: Strategies for Success

Cultivating Workplace Relationships with Restorative Practice