UA Mentorship Program Kickoff - FY27 Cohort
The FY27 Mentorship Program Kickoff event brings together mentees and mentors to celebrate the official launch of this year's program and set the stage for a year of growth, learning and collaboration.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Husky Union Building. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers, amybow@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Target Audience: UA FY27 Mentees and Mentors, UA Mentorship Committee.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
FY27 L.E.A.D. Program: Session 1
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: FY27 L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. L.E.A.D. Program - Session 2
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: FY27 L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. UA Management Foundation - Session 1
The UA Management Foundations program reflects UA’s commitment to supporting leaders throughout their career journey, and we are pleased to invest in your professional development. The three main components to the program include: Leading at UA, where you will hear from our internal experts and learn how to navigate talent management, recruiting and hiring processes at UA. Leading Others, where you will practice and hone the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective manager of people. Leading the Way, where you will deepen your understanding of inclusive management practices and learn practical ways to foster a workplace community.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
FY27 L.E.A.D. Program: Session 3
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: FY27 L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu.