Windows (Second Level); Tower Building
Latino/Latina Leadership In Higher Education:
Clarifying Our Vision, Reaffirming Our Values
7:30–8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast and Institute Check-In
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.Welcome and Introductions
Facilitators:
Thomas R. Martinez, Ph.D., Department of Public Policy and Administration,
CSU Bakersfield
Purpose of Institute and Agenda
The Current Context of Latino Leadership
Erica M. Romero, MPP, Senior Executive Director of Western States Legislative Affairs, Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
HACU Special Initiatives
Introduction of Sponsors
Sponsors:
AARP
College Board
Ramón Montoya, Education Advocate, Westminster, CO
Univision
9:00 – 9:45 a.m.Morning Keynote: Frank D. Sanchez, Ph.D.,Vice Chancellor for Student
Affairs, City University of New York
9:45 – 10:00 a.m.Break
10:00 a.m. – NoonCareer Development and Leadership Roundtables
Facilitator:Thomas R. Martinez, Ph.D.
Participants will choose to participate in two 50 minute roundtable workshops/special topic discussions
9 total workshops to choose from
Workshops will take place from 10:00-10:55 and 11:05- Noon
1) University of California, Davis Institutional Transformation: Diversifying the STEM Academy Starting with Latinas
Facilitator: Raymond Rodriguez, Ph.D., Professor, Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of California, Davis
Institutional transformation for sustainable change is needed to diversify STEM faculties. UC Davis, is building a diverse STEM scholarly research community, and promoting institution-wide, inclusive STEM climate that values diversity, equitable STEM advancement and understanding barriers and catalysts for Latinas in STEM. The roundtable discusses how this policy focus is integrated into four initiatives of the UC Davis ADVANCE program: Inclusive Campus Climate; Mentorship & Networking; Policy & Practices Review; and, Center form Advancement of Multicultural Perspectives on Science (CAMPOS).
2) Leading with Your Values & Experience as a Latina/os,
Facilitator: Jozi De Leon, Ph.D., Vice President for Equity & Inclusion, University of New Mexico
Latinos are a very diverse group, yet they generally reflect certain core values. These include closeness to family and community, respect, integrity, a generous spirit, a hard work ethic and service to others. These are exactly the values that are needed for leading institutions of higher education. This session will help participants reflect on the cultural values that make them great leaders and identify the challenges of leading institutions that may not reflect a similar value system. It is expected that participants will leave this session with a better sense of how to lead from a strong culturally-centered perspective.
3) Pursuing the Ph.D. / Doctorate,
Facilitator: Chalane E. Lechuga, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Chicana and Chicano Studies, Metropolitan State University of Denver
The "Ph.D.: Is It Right For Me?" The goal of the session is to demystify the Ph.D. process and provide insight for pursuing the degree. The pros and cons of pursuing such a degree, and the vital information everyone should know before applying.
4) The Doctorate for Non-Academic/Administrative Careers in Higher Education
Facilitator: Patrick L. Valdez, Ph.D., Senior Academic Policy Analyst, City University of New York – Lehman College
The workshop explores critical institutional roles for those holding the Ph.D./Doctorate, i.e. effectively serving higher education in government relations, research centers, policy think tanks, foundations, non-profits, etc.
5) The Nuts and Bolts of Fundraising,
Facilitator: Jay Zambrano, MPA, Executive Director, ¡Adelante! U.S. Education Leadership Fund
As more and more universities seek new funding, you have already been asked or will soon be asked to become part of the fundraising effort. This is a great skill to add to your resume. This session provides an overview of the components of the fundraising process. You’ll also learn: how to begin, the golden rules of fundraising, taking the fear out of asking for funding, how to work effectively with your university and advancement officials, and identifying the “right” potential funding partners.
6) Capacity Building in Sponsored Research & Advocacy
Facilitator: Carlos Rey Romero, A.B.D., Associate Vice President for Research & Compliance, University of New Mexico
Building research capacity~by fostering a culture of research~and developing a strong research infrastructure where the research mission is closely linked to education and training missions of an institution — Linking research, teaching and education to advocacy.
7) Tools to Advance in Higher Education: what everyone needs but nobody tells you
Facilitator: Sofia Martinez Ramos, Ph.D., President, Luminario Education Strategies,
Assistant Professor of Mexican American Studies, University of Arizona
Higher education like any other environment has filters¸ protocols, and nuances that help some move up the ranks while keeping others from advancing. Understanding mechanisms for and challenges to advancement is half the battle. Learn key proficiencies needed to advance and how to them. Gain insights on your own proficiencies and weaknesses to help you plan your trajectory or that of your staff.
8) Institutional and Community Support for Undocumented Students
Facilitators: Audren Morris-Sandoval, MPP, Manager, Financial Aid and Scholarships, University of California, Los Angeles and Alfred R. Herrera, MPA, Assistant Vice Provost for Academic Partnerships, University of California, Los Angeles
Developing institutional and community support for undocumented students is a crucial step in guiding students to success. Through a collaborative between campus partners (Academic and Student Services) and community partners (Wesley Foundation) working closely with each other and with students (IDEAS-(Improving Dreams Equality Access and Success), we have created safe spaces and campus/community allies to assist students with their transition through the University. Strategies for creating a receptive institutional and community culture that will support and commit to undocumented students will be discussed.
9) Leadership, Latin@ Style: Using Your Cultural Autobiography to Inform Your Professional Development
Facilitators: Virginia G. Quiñonez, Psy.D., Interim Dean of Academic Affairs, The Chicago School of Psychology and
Dr. Santos Rivera, Ph.D., Member, Illinois Board of Higher Education
Self- knowledge and self-understanding are foundational principles to good leadership. In that spirit, this roundtable seeks to create a discussion by which the participants will examine their identity as Latino/as; and, will explore how the use of cultural elements can help them re-craft educational processes, practices, and structures on behalf of diversity and as higher education professionals.
Noon – 1:00 p.m.Networking Lunch
Welcome:Antonio Flores, Ph.D., President and CEO of HACU
1:00 – 1:45 p.m.Career Development and Leadership Roundtables
Please see previous pages for descriptions of available workshops
1:45 – 3:15 p.m.Presidents Panel
Presenters:
Joseph Castro, Ph.D., President, California State University, Fresno
Joann La Perla-Morales, Ed.D.,President, Middlesex County College
Anna Solley, Ph.D., President, Phoenix College
3:15 – 3:30 p.m.Wrap-Up and Evaluation
“What have we learned? What are the next steps to accomplish our
action agenda?”
HACU would like to thank our sponsors for the 13th Annual Latino Higher Education Leadership Institute
Ramón Montoya
Education Advocate
Westminster,CO