Deep LearningThe Academy dives deep into the thematic topics that are most relevant for leaders in international higher education.
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Global NetworkingCreate lasting connections with fellow academy participants from institutions within the US and around the world.
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Expert-Guided TrainingThe Academy faculty members are present for all sessions, providing mentorship and insight throughout the program.
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"This was a personally transformative event for me. It was also professionally transformative. It has re-energized me and will be a benchmark in my career going forward." Leadership Academy Alum |
"The Academy is the best professional development program I participated in the last few years." Leadership Academy Alum |
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"The academy was very worth-while from my perspective. The number of participants, diversity of participants, and topics discussed at the academy will be valuable to me moving forward in my role as SIO. Most importantly, the networking that took place was outstanding." Leadership Academy Alum |
"What was most valuable from the Academy? Learning from the faculty who were so open with their wisdom and were around the table with us. We had great discussions with colleagues and were able to present problems and solve them together. The group was outstanding." Leadership Academy Alum |
"I now have a network of peers I can rely on, and the networking and validating challenges and experiences with colleagues was quite valuable." Leadership Academy Alum |
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Program Acceptance
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The program will accept a limited number of professionals with fewer than five years in their current leadership role in international education. Each applicant will be asked to identify a specific leadership challenge or area of focus and submit a brief one-page essay (maximum 300 words) as part of the application.
Space is limited - early application is strongly encouraged. |
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Faculty
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Led by a distinguished faculty of seasoned international education leaders, the Academy offers unparalleled expertise and guidance grounded in decades of experience across institutions, sectors, and global contexts. Our faculty bring deep, real-world expertise from across the international education landscape, providing mentorship and insight that enrich every session of the Academy.
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Academy Program Content
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The Academy will provide in-depth learning on the most pressing and critical areas for international education leaders, with topics such as:
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Location and Schedule
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The 2026 Academy is scheduled to take place May 4-9, 2026 in Oaxaca, Mexico, providing a culturally rich setting that enhances strategic thinking, reflection, and global leadership development. Participants will be housed at a small hotel, City Centro by Marriott Oaxaca, to promote an immersive cohort experience.
Participants should plan to arrive by Monday afternoon, May 4, 2026 for the opening session. The week includes working sessions in the morning and afternoon, along with time for networking and reflection. Friday, May 9 will include sessions, participant presentations, reflection, and awarding of certificates. Participants should plan to remain on-site until after 12:00 p.m. |
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Fees and Payment
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Application submitted before December 15, 2025:
Early Member: $3100 Early Non-Member: $3850 |
Application submitted after December 15, 2025:
Late Member $3,300 Late Non-Member $4,050 |
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