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Talent Management

Updates and Interactions with the Vice Presidents

Thursday, February 19, 2009
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Presentation Room
Oviatt Library

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The Sustainable University – What it Means for All Leaders

Thomas McCarron
Vice President for Administration and Finance

William Jennings
Dean, College of Business and Economics

Colin Donahue
Associate Vice President, Facilities Planning, Design and Construction

Sustainability is defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Being successful as a university now and in the future requires the conscious efforts of all administrators to support sustainability. This session will both inform you of the University’s activities and plans and identify your role in these sustainability initiatives.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Presentation Room
Oviatt Library

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The Odd Couple – Working with Differences

Harry Hellenbrand
Provost

Terry Piper
Vice President for Student Affairs

As leaders, we work with people who are different from us . . . age, race, ethnicity, gender, style, world perspectives, etc. These differences can be roadblocks to progress or they can be viewed as a source of energy and innovation. In this session, you will get an insider’s look at how two executives have confronted their differences to achieve a powerful and effective working relationship.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Presentation Room
Oviatt Library

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Advancement as an Institutional Strategy

Vance Peterson
Vice President for University Advancement

The California State budget waxes and wanes and the cost of attending CSUN continues to rise, thereby threatening our ability to offer an excellent educational experience at an affordable cost. The emphasis on external fundraising is increasing in the CSU system and across the nation. In this session, Vice President Peterson will discuss the long-term philosophy of Advancement as a part of our institutional strategy, the emerging role of the Advancement Division, and the role of all administrators in achieving our long-term fund-raising goals.

Postponed until Fall 2009

Upsetting the Apple Cart Can Lead to Apple Pie: Managing Change as we Streamline Business Processes

Hilary Baker
Vice President for Information Technology and CIO

Thomas McCarron
Vice President, Administration and Finance

Universities across the country have invested millions in state-of-the-art software solutions, and yet many people continue to comment that their software systems have not improved administrative capabilities. A major contributing factor to this scenario is outmoded or ineffective business practices. Join us for this informative and interactive session on the process of managing change, and expectations as we improve our business practices.