Leadership Academy Participants Selected

“We were thrilled by the enthusiasm and commitment shown by all the applicants, and the finalists truly reflect the high standards SLU has for its leaders,” said Karen Drake, SLU’s Director of Professional & Organizational Development.

Candidates were screened for the quality of their responses to several questions, the strength of their supervisory recommendations, accomplishments at SLU, evidence of strategic thinking/behavior, demonstrated leadership ability, commitment to social justice, and ability to engage others in positive collaborative efforts for the common good. Finalists were also selected to achieve a diverse group that would reflect the university community.

Academy participants will kick off their developmental experience with an orientation and overnight retreat at Manresa Center in September. While fulfilling their current job duties, they will work together to address challenges affecting the entire university over this year.

“The goal of any quality leadership development effort is to build a more ‘leader-full’ environment, improving the capability of people and ultimately the institution. Long term, sustainable change should be realized over the next 5-10 years,” said Drake.

The following represent the Leadership Academy Class of 2006-2007:

• Rhoda Banks, Director, Health Information, Training, and Quality Control - UMG, School of Medicine
• Donna Bess, Coordinator of Student Activities - Cross Cultural Center, Student Development
• Janice Crawford, Director of Purchasing, Business and Finance
• Kathy Day, Assistant Dean, Cook School of Business
• Craig Dixson, Assistant Director of Design and Construction, Facilities Management and Civic Affairs
• Gigi Henson, Director of Benefits and Compensation, Human Resources
• Sharon Homan, Professor and Director of Biostatistics, School of Public Health
• Erin Kruse, Director of Events Services, President's Office
• Martin Leifeld, Associate Vice President, Development and University Relations
• Adam Peck, Director of Student Life, Student Development

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