Agenda

Advancing Administrative Careers in Higher Education

Sep 09 2025

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM PDT

Room 445-446

*REPEAT SESSION

The administrative workforce in higher education plays a vital role in ensuring the success of institutions, yet their professional development often gets overshadowed by faculty-focused initiatives. This session will explore strategies for advancing administrative careers within higher education, emphasizing the importance of skill development, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and career navigation. Participants will gain insights on how to grow their careers, transition into leadership roles, and leverage institutional resources to create a fulfilling and impactful administrative career path. 

Through a combination of panel discussion and live Q&A from the audience, this session will leave the audience inspired to take charge of their professional development, access growth opportunities, and navigate the complexities of higher education institutions to achieve career success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Identify strategies for advancing administrative careers within the context of higher education
  • Explore leadership pathways within higher education administration and understand how to transition into leadership roles, including how to leverage mentorship and peer networks
  • Examine real-world examples of administrative career success and challenges in higher education settings

Speakers

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability

- Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer

Stanford University

- Administrative Operations and Facilities Manager

Stanford University

- Planning Analyst

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