Professional Development Offerings (May - June)
Department(s):
Information Technology ServicesEDUCAUSE and NERCOMP are professional development organizations for employees of colleges and universities. EDUCAUSE focuses on higher education institutions nationally, while NERCOMP focuses on the Northeast.
WPI is a member institution of both. One benefit is their free and reduced cost webinars and training. The following list is a few of their offerings for May - June that may be of interest to WPI employees. For their full list of upcoming events, please visit EDUCAUSE's and NERCOMP's event pages.
ITS has tips on help.wpi.edu for creating EDUCUASE and NERCOMP accounts.
If you have any questions about these sessions, please contact the organization directly.
- EDUCAUSE: info@educause.edu or 303-449-4430
- NERCOMP: nercomp@nercomp.org or 860-345-2081
May 2025
Unlocking AI's Potential in Higher Ed (EDUCAUSE)
5/13 – free webinar
Although AI is frequently highlighted as an emerging way to provide personalized self-service to students, our discussion shifts the focus to its transformative potential for academic and administrative teams.
Better Meetings, Better Results (EDUCAUSE)
5/19 – free webinar
This practical webinar reveals professional facilitation techniques specifically designed for higher education leaders to engage participants, prevent distractions, and structure sessions that deliver meaningful results.
June 2025
Thought Partner Program: Navigating a Career in Higher Education (NERCOMP)
6/2 – 6/16 – free webinar series
This three-part Thought Partner Program is designed for higher education professionals looking to explore career growth, build meaningful connections, and gain fresh perspectives on their professional journey.