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2026 Lisa Scott Leadership Academy
Application Information

Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center
Tuesday - Wednesday, April 7 - 8, 2026 | Day 1: 7:15 AM - 5:30 PM MT | Day 2: 7:15 AM - 4:15 PM MT

Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET.


Limited to 20 participants

For complete information about the Lisa Scott Leadership Academy, visit: CAPCSD website.

Academy Participant Benefits

Individuals selected for the academy will receive the following, courtesy of CAPCSD:
  • Access to exclusive academy programming
  • Two nights of hotel accommodations
  • Meals and refreshments on Tuesday (breakfast, lunch, beverage breaks, and reception)
  • Meals and refreshments on Wednesday (breakfast, lunch, and beverage breaks)
These benefits are provided at no cost to selected participants.

Note: Selected participants agree to attend the CAPCSD 2026 Annual Conference from Wednesday, April 8 at 6:00 PM - April 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM. Conference registration is required and not included in the academy benefits.

Important Dates

  • Tuesday, September 2, 2025 - Application window opens
  • Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - Applications are due at 11:59 PM ET
  • Friday, November 7, 2025 - All applicants are notified regarding selection
  • Friday, December 19, 2025 - Participants must confirm and register, or an alternate participant will be selected.

Program Description

As part of its mission to provide visionary leadership for academic programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders and to promote the professional development of its members, CAPCSD offers this program to support individuals considering academic leadership positions, or those who are newly engaged in academic leadership, to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership. The Academy will be led by Dr. Jeffrey Buller, Senior Partner in ATLAS: Academic Training, Leadership, and Assessment Services.

Abstract

This two-day workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of essential skills and concepts for academic leaders in higher education. Beginning with foundational questions about the nature and learnability of leadership, participants will explore several different styles of leadership and consider how to respond most effectively to the evolving challenges and opportunities today. The remainder of the day is devoted to considering the issues of faculty recruitment, retention, and evaluation. Participants will examine proven best practices in these areas as well as the ways in which the changing landscape for higher education has affected the ways in which faculty members are hired, developed, and appraised.

Day two addresses time management through a thorough analysis of the principles, obstacles, and tools that support effective planning and prioritization, culminating a shift toward time leadership. Stress management follows, focusing on the causes of administrative stress and strategies for embracing, reducing, and coping with it. Conflict management training helps participants identify their default styles and apply proven techniques to navigate the distinctive conflicts of academia. The workshop concludes with the participants developing a practical and yet visionary plan for their ongoing leadership development and the improvement of the academic units they serve.

Application Information

Applicants will provide a CV, background information, a brief biographical statement (maximum 100 words), and respond to the following:.
  1. What are your professional goals for the next five (5) years?
  2. Describe any past leadership experiences (academic or otherwise)./span>
  3. Describe an effective leader who you have encountered. What were the qualities you feel made them effective?
  4. When you think about moving into a leadership role, what about that is appealing to you?
  5. What do you think you might like least about an academic leadership position?
  6. If you can learn only one thing from the Lisa Scott Leadership Academy, what would you like that to be?

Questions?

Click here to contact Mandie McKenzie.

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