The Harvard Seminar for New Presidents provides first-time college and university presidents with a practical and conceptual orientation to the presidency. Productive, articulate, responsive leadership is expected as soon as a new president assumes office. Multiple institutional pressures do not permit the luxury of learning on the job. This program helps new presidents overcome these challenges by familiarizing them with the opportunities and hazards they will likely face in the first months and years of their presidency, with intensive sessions that address a range of topics, including board governance, fundraising, academic leadership, strategic planning, the digital president, and the public role of the presidency. It also provides a chance for new presidents to reflect on their own situations and to consult with experts about their special concerns and circumstances. Most importantly, the seminar introduces presidents to an extraordinary peer group of colleagues from around the country.

Website: http://www.gse.harvard.edu/ppe/program/harvard-seminar-new-presidents

SLD Program Structure Category
Targeted Course

Target Population(s)
General Officers (O-7, O-8, and O-9), AD (newly selected leaders of Air Force educational institutions, as appropriate)and AFR (Mobilization Assistants to Air Force educational institutions, MAs to the AETC/CC, AU/CC, LeMay Center CC)

Provider
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education (GSE)

Location
Cambridge, MA

Length and Frequency
6 days
1 session per year

Funding
- HAF-funded expenses: Course tuition (includes program materials, lodging, and some meals).
- Unit-funded expenses: Partial per diem (meals not included in tuition), travel to/from course, ground transportation, miscellaneous expenses.

Pre-Coursework and Special Requirements
Nominees must submit an online application, which includes a letter of interest and current resumé.