Academic leaders hold a crucial position as managers, unifiers, and developers. We wish to enable them to use and build their skills.

Who we are

We aim to equip our current and future academic leaders with the tools and the training to excel in their roles as agents of change and development at uOttawa.

We strive to:

  • Support deans, vice-deans, department chairs, deputy and vice-provosts, research leaders and persons in equivalent positions in their role as academic leaders.
  • Facilitate networking between colleagues holding academic-unit management positions.
  • Capture the interest of future academic leaders and prepare the next generation.

The Academic Leadership Program goes hand-in-hand with the University’s Strategic Plan, Transformation 2030, and its core aspiration of outstanding leadership and management.

Academic Leadership
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Academic Leadership
Nov 11 to Nov 18

Leading Transformative Academic Change (French sessions)

Unlock the secrets to effective change leadership in academia with David Graham.
Academic Leadership
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Academic Leadership
Nov 13 to Nov 20

Leading Transformative Academic Change (English sessions)

Unlock the secrets to effective change leadership in academia with David Graham.
New professors
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New professors
Nov 28

Midway Checkpoint for New Faculty Members

Are you a new tenure-track professor who joined the University of Ottawa between October 2023 and October 2024? You're invited to this special session…
Professors
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Professors
Dec 4

Meet & Greet for Faculty Members with ADHD

Are you a professor living with ADHD? Join us for our very first brown bag meeting!

Services and Resources

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Coaching Support for Early and Mid-Career Professors

Coaching has proven to be effective in assisting academics and leaders in reflecting about present and future actions, resulting in a more knowledgeable practice.

Registrations for the 2024-2025 program are currently closed, as the program is at capacity.

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Group Mentoring for Full Professors

A space for deep and inspiring conversations through the joint leadership of two Distinguished Professors. 

Registrations for the 2024-2025 program are currently closed, as the program is at capacity.