Program Overview

Higher Education Academy

The Higher Education Academy (HEA) is designed to explore the inner workings of higher education and ground participants in WSU's unique values and traditions. Whether you're new to higher education or a seasoned veteran, HEA offers insights into this complex and ever-changing system. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. Class size is limited to 25.

Program Details

The Academy is held every fall starting in September and consists of nine sessions. Sessions are held primarily in the Shepherd Union Building for the duration of the 9 weeks. The Academy ends with a graduation luncheon for the entire class to celebrate and recognize participants who complete all 9 classes.

Schedule of Topics

• History and Philosophy
  • Presented by L. Jackson Newell, PhD, Professor Emeritus, University of Utah
• What Constitutes an Educated Person?
  • Presented by Wendy Holliday, PhD, Dean of the Stewart Library
  • Presented by Dr. Laine Berghout, Interim Dean of the College of Science
• Student Success
  • Presented by Jessica Oyler, PhD, Vice-President of Student Access & Success
  • Presented by Ali Threet, PhD, Dean of Students
• Accreditation & Accountability
  • Presented by Gail Niklason, EdD, Executive Director for Office of Institutional Effectiveness
  • Presented by Ivana Fredotovic, PhD, Chief Data Officer for Office of the Provost
• Governance
  • Presented by Betsy Mennell, PhD, Vice-President for University Advancement
• Finance for Higher Education
  • Presented by Norm Tarbox, PhD, Former Vice-President for Administrative Services
• Information Technology
  • Presented by Ty Naylor, IT Marketing and Training Manager
  • Presented by Oliver Snow, PhD(c), Executive Director of WSU Online
• Ethics in Higher Education
  • Presented by Stephanie Hollist, Weber State University General Counsel
• Leading Change in Higher Education
  • Presented by Brad Mortensen, PhD, President of Weber State University