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This series of workshops is intended for leaders (executive managers, deans, directors, chairs, and supervisors, levels 12-17) from across the university to work together to improve the current climate and culture in their units and across the greater campus community.

While sessions are repeated annually, content is updated each year to reflect changes in current policies and practices. We encourage you to attend sessions more than once as new information is regularly shared.

This series is a collaboration between the FASA, Human Resources, the Office for Civil Rights and Title IX Education and Compliance, and the Office for Inclusive Excellence and Impact.

FASA is currently planning fall programming. Check back to sign up for future sessions.

Setting the Tone: An Introduction to Changing Climate & Culture

  • Sept. 30, 2026
  • In-person
  • 9–11 a.m.

As leaders in a complex organization, we are often left wondering how we take big-picture ideas like University-level strategic plans and funnel them into our own units. During this workshop, participants will examine the results of the Know More Survey that was administered in 2022 and consider what this means for the climate of the University and within your own team. Using this and the University's strategic plans as the foundation for discussion, the workshop will introduce the Climate Assessment Toolkit, which helps leaders make meaning of the climate and culture among their team. The Toolkit provides practical skills and exercises to support leaders in creating positive environments, identifying concerns and challenges, reducing risk, and building healthy work and learning climates.

Register for workshop by visiting the event page:  

Setting the Tone

Negotiating Conflict and Power Dynamics

  • Nov. 18, 2026
  • Virtual: We will provide a zoom link.
  • 9–10:30 a.m.

Conflict is an inevitable part of human interactions, yet many of us try and avoid situations where conflict is present. Learning how to deal with conflict in healthy and productive ways is essential for personal growth, effective leadership, and creating positive change. At the center of many conflicts are issues around power (both real and perceived) that can relate to work roles and identity factors such as gender and race. This workshop is designed to equip leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate conflict effectively, establish clear boundaries and expectations, and understand the various power dynamics that can influence the situation. Participants will learn practical skills for navigating conflict in a way that fosters team growth. When registering for the event, participants will be prompted to provide answers to a few questions that will guide the content presented at the session.

Register for workshop by visiting the event page:  

Negotiating Conflict