Academic Leadership Academy
Leadership development for UCalgary academic leaders.
Vision
Develop engaged, effective and inspired university academic leaders, ahead of tomorrow.
Purpose
Guide and encourage academic leaders to become more effective and understanding leaders by providing the necessary development opportunities and tools for success.
Culture
Foster an inclusive environment of collegiality that recognizes and prioritizes collaboration and trust as the keys to success.
At the University of Calgary, leadership is about envisioning the future and guiding others with purpose and integrity. By fostering a culture of collegiality, civility, respect, innovation and inclusiveness, we empower individuals to lead with confidence, preparing our community to drive meaningful change and shape a better tomorrow.
Sandra Davidson
Provost and Vice-President Academic
Design principles
Utilize Cohort-Specific, Social, and Experiential Learning: We employ tailored learning methods that foster collaboration, active engagement, and hands-on experiences within each cohort.
Deliver Relevant and Meaningful Content: We ensure that our course topics, materials, and sessions are pertinent and impactful, addressing the real-world needs and challenges faced by academic leaders.
Promote Transdisciplinary Collaboration and Development: We facilitate the exploration of cross-disciplinary partnerships and learning opportunities, enhancing the professional growth and development of our participants.
Building Leadership at UCalgary Ahead of Tomorrow
At UCalgary, we believe the importance of leadership is fostering change through trust, support and engagement, that pushes us to be bold, ambitious and to power positive change.