AVP/Dean of Students Leadership Circle

The AVP/Dean of Students role is one of the most complex positions in higher education.

You are:

• Managing crisis, conflict, and competing demands
• Leading teams while navigating institutional pressure
• Making decisions without clear answers
• Carrying emotional weight that few people fully understand

And often—doing it alone.

The AVP/Dean of Students Leadership Circle is not a traditional professional development program.

It is a trusted space for real leadership work.

A space where you can:

• Speak openly about the challenges you can’t share elsewhere
• Receive honest, thoughtful feedback from experienced peers
• Reflect on your leadership with depth and intention
• Feel supported, challenged, and less alone

This circle is designed for leaders who:

• Are ready to engage in authentic, reflective conversation
• Value confidentiality and trust
• Are open to feedback and growth
• Want to lead with greater clarity, resilience, and self-awareness

This is not a passive experience.

And it is not the right fit for everyone.

• “I joined feeling overwhelmed and unsure of my role. I leave with confidence and a belief that I can make a difference.”
• “This group gave me a trusted network I can rely on in real time—something I didn’t have before.”
• “I realized I don’t have to do this perfectly—and I don’t have to do it alone.”