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Career development and professional growth

At Fort Lewis College, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous growth, innovation, and engagement for our faculty and staff. Guided by insights from the 2023-2024 Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey, we’ve redefined our professional development initiatives to align with ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Culture, Mission, and Values.

Our goal is to provide the tools, resources, and opportunities you need to thrive in your career. Whether you’re interested in workshops, coaching sessions, personalized training, or mentorship, our programs are designed to support your success and help you reach your professional goals.

Professional development opportunities this year

This year, we are focusing on three key leadership development areas. Let’s work together to enhance your skills and success at ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ.

Self-awareness

Gain the tools to better understand your strengths, values, and personal goals. This initiative focuses on building emotional intelligence, enhancing time management, and fostering personal growth to help you thrive in your role at ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ.

Interpersonal awareness

Learn how to strengthen your communication and collaboration skills. This initiative emphasizes cultivating meaningful relationships, resolving conflicts effectively, and enhancing teamwork to create a more connected and inclusive ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ community.

Leading others

Explore strategies to inspire and empower others. This initiative provides resources and experiential learning to help you lead with confidence, foster innovation, and drive positive change while embodying ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s mission and values.

Learn about the Leadership Program

Upcoming professional development

September
10

Lunch & Learn: Enneagram Personality Typing

Facilitator: Maia Stack, MSW, LSW, ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ Counseling Center

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

EBH 130

September
16

Diversity Affairs sponsored Lunch & Learn: Reconciliation at ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ Part 1

Presenters: Rosalinda Linares-Gray, Reconciliation Director, and Matthew Schaeffer, Reconciliation Coordinator

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Skyhawk Station 118

September
17

Diversity Affairs sponsored Lunch & Learn: Reconciliation at ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓƵ Part 1

Presenters: Rosalinda Linares-Gray, Reconciliation Director, and Matthew Schaeffer, Reconciliation Coordinator

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Skyhawk Station 118

September
25

Lunch & Learn: Building Trust in the Workplace

Facilitator: Melissa Stordeur, Human Resources, Talent Development Specialist

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

EBH 130

Contact

Melissa Stordeur

Melissa Stordeur
Talent Development Specialist

970-247-6142
mjstordeur@fortlewis.edu

Responsibilities:

  • Professional development
  • Training requests