Presentation Themes
Chair Development
Presentation Type
Roundtable Discussion (Facilitated during a 60 minute lunch where discussion revolves around one topic)
Abstract
Department chairs are often exposed to occupational stressors that may lead to burnout. The presenters will discuss a chair support group they developed to provide one another support, insight, perspective, collaboration, advocacy, and resources. Implementation strategies for a variety of initiatives will be offered.
Keywords
burnout prevention, support group, self-care, organizational culture, chair collaboration
Recommended Citation
Mims, Grace A. Ph.D.; Anderson, Kenneth E. Ph.D.; Meyer, Richard C. Ed.D.; and Unruh, Nita Ed.D. (2015). "Promoting Success and Well-Being Through a Chair Support Group," Academic Chairpersons Conference Proceedings. https://newprairiepress.org/accp/2015/Faculty/4
Additional Files
GMims Curriculum Vitae 2014.docx (112 kB)Grace Mims Curriculum Vitae
Talking points.docx (106 kB)
Round Table Discussion Guide
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Promoting Success and Well-Being Through a Chair Support Group
Department chairs are often exposed to occupational stressors that may lead to burnout. The presenters will discuss a chair support group they developed to provide one another support, insight, perspective, collaboration, advocacy, and resources. Implementation strategies for a variety of initiatives will be offered.
