ASCEND: The Institute for Aspiring VPSAs
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Service Description
The path to the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) position has become increasingly competitive – institutions seek leaders who demonstrate strategic thinking, executive presence, political acumen, financial stewardship, crisis leadership, and the ability to contribute as members of the president’s cabinet. Thousands of qualified candidates are vying for a small number of executive positions. While existing workshops and seminars focus on leadership skills, none address how to navigate the executive search process. ASCEND: The Institute for Aspiring Vice Presidents for Student Affairs™ fills that gap. ASCEND bridges this gap by offering a structured, high-touch experience focused on executive positioning, career decision-making, professional branding, and interview mastery. Through a cohort-based model limited to ten participants, aspiring vice presidents gain practical tools, individualized feedback, and peer support to navigate the executive search process with greater confidence and clarity.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Welcome to ASCEND: The Institute for Aspiring Vice Presidents for Student Affairs. I am delighted you have chosen to participate in this unique professional development opportunity. You are joining a cohort of experienced higher-education leaders who share a professional aspiration: preparing to compete for a vice presidency. Over eight weeks, we will examine the executive search process from the decision to apply through the interview. INVOICE: You should have received your invoice upon completing registration. Please let me know if you need further assistance. DATES: The Institute begins on Tuesday, September 29, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Institute sessions will continue every Tuesday from 6:00-7:30 pm (ET) until November 17th. GOOGLE CLASSROOM: All instructional materials, including the Institute syllabus and the ASCEND Workbook, will be available in this Google Classroom [link]. You will need a Gmail account to access it. FIRST ASSIGNMENT: Please complete the Values Clarification Survey before September 29th. Instructions can be found in the Google Classroom.
Contact Details
(604)690-9549
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