Research Leadership Academy
November 12+13, December 11, January 15, February 12
Now accepting registrations
A four-month virtual course to develop integrated, intentional, and inclusive research leaders in the Academy
Course Features
Context-based active learning
Two or more ATG facilitators with relevant expertise for each session
Interstitial work between sessions, such as reflective writing, pod discussions of assigned material (text or video), and individual meeting with a facilitator
Leadership capstone project
Explore Graduate Success Stories
Alumna of the virtual course share their takeaways
Course Content
Introduction to Leadership
Systems and context
Retreat 1 in two sessions
1 to 5 p.m. EST November 12 &13, 2026
Participants explore the meaning of leadership, the concept of leading a system, and the impact of self-awareness and self-management on the system they lead.
Intentional Leadership
Values and vision
Retreat 2
1 to 5 p.m. EST December 11, 2026
Participants learn the roles of a leader in setting the vision and tone and understand the foundations from which they lead.
Effective Communication
Clear communication and
team dynamics
Retreat 3
1 to 5 p.m. EST January 15, 2027
Integrated Leadership
Culture creation and maintenance
Retreat 4
1 to 5 p.m. EST February 12, 2027
Participants deepen communications skills using exercises and scenarios based on real-life academy situations.
Participants learn methods for establishing agreements and norms, and the skills to encourage the team to work at their best toward shared goals.
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