Keynote Speakers
Please note: All times are listed in U.S. Eastern Time Zone.
Opening Keynote | Wednesday, May 21
Room: Gatlin A/B
7:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Breakfast Buffet and seating
8:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Program and Opening Keynote Speaker
Unstoppable Resilience – The Keys to Staying Strong During Any Challenge
This is a uniquely difficult time for leaders and individual contributors in workplaces all over America. Employees are feeling increased anxiety and mental health challenges, and according to recent studies, Americans are the unhappiest they have been in the past 50 years. Navigating all the challenges can have a significant impact on one’s overall well-being, mental health and resilience. Gain inspiration from resilience expert Shola Richards as he shares insights and practical strategies to build unshakable strength within ourselves and within our teams.
Speaker
Shola Richards is an award-winning author, speaker, and the CEO and Founder of “Go Together Global,” committed to making the world a better place by fostering supportive strategies for workplace, community, and individual resilience. Visit sholarichards.com for more information.
Closing Keynote | Friday, May 31
Room: Gatlin A/B
9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Brunch Buffet and seating
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Program and Closing Keynote Panel
Adapting to Change: Higher Education Policy Updates and Implications
In a rapidly changing policy environment, this session will provide the AIR community with timely updates on key federal higher education policy developments, including changes at the Department of Education, federal data collections, executive orders, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Expert panelists will explore the implications of these shifts for institutions and the broader postsecondary sector, offering insights into challenges and opportunities ahead.
Panel
- Diane Cheng (Institute for Higher Education Policy—IHEP)
- Bryan Cook (Urban Institute)
- Jonathan Fansmith (American Council on Education)
Moderator
- Christine Keller (Association for Institutional Research)
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