Virtual Events on Leadership
Home of the collection of virtual events focused on the topic of leadership.
UPCOMING: July 24, 2025 | 2 p.m. ET As colleges transition from basic chatbots to more sophisticated AI agents in admissions, what guardrails should institutions establish? Join us for a virtual forum to learn what AI agents are, how they differ from traditional chatbots, and what parameters colleges should establish for their use in admissions. With Support From AWS. Register now.
ON DEMAND: Many administrators think they know what their students need to succeed — but true innovation means setting those assumptions aside. Join President Keith Curry of Compton College to discuss the future of student success. With Support From Ascendium. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: What does college admissions look like in an atmosphere that’s rife with AI use and no longer race-conscious? With Support From Acuity Insights. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: AI has some higher-ed offices in a panic. Others, however, are embracing it. Watch this virtual forum and see how other campuses are using AI to improve operational efficiency, and how you can navigate safe implementation of AI on your campus.With Support From Jenzabar. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: The very definition of the international student is shifting, along with expectations around financial support and accessibility. Check out the on-demand Virtual Forum where we explored what the future might have in store for colleges. With Support From Keystone Education Group. Watch on demand.
On-Demand: February 13, 2025 | 2 p.m. ET A growing number of admissions officers are using AI to identify and contact prospective students, draft office communications, and sort through application materials. Join us to discuss the use of AI in admissions. With Support From Acuity Insights. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: Discover insights from college leaders on the various challenges facing higher-ed institutions today and how campuses can pave the way for the future. With Support From Ascendium. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: January 27, 2025 | 2 p.m. E.T. Higher education exists, in part, to provide the knowledge required to thrive in a modern world. The Chronicle will sit with college leaders to discuss how campuses can offer short-term upskilling courses to better serve an evolving student population.With Support From the University of South Florida. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: December 17, 2024 | 2 p.m. E.T. Many colleges have tried to recreate in-person communities for online course settings. But have any been successful? Join this discussion on building community in online classes.With Support From Class. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: In a competitive global environment, U.S. institutions must ensure that international students have positive experiences on campus to keep enrollment levels steady. Learn more on the relationship between international recruitment and student success. With Support From World Education Services. Watch on demand.
UPCOMING EVENTS
ON DEMAND: In today’s competitive enrollment landscape, colleges are rethinking the student journey by focusing on smoother, more intentional transitions from admission to campus life to better set students up for long-term success. In this virtual forum, we explored how campuses are reinventing student engagement. With Support From Acuity Insights. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: Internships can jump-start students’ careers, but too often low-income students and students of color are shut out of these opportunities. Discover strategies to close the equity gap and increase access to internships for every student at this virtual forum. With Support From Strada. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: Faculty and staff are stretched thin, with rising workloads, low morale, and growing burnout threatening retention across higher education. Discover practical ways to reduce the strain and support faculty and staff in this virtual forum.With Support From TimelyCare. Watch on demand.
UPCOMING: October 15, 2025 | As the new academic year kicks off, prioritize your job search, hiring, and professional development by joining The Chronicle of Higher Education’s Virtual Career Fair. This is an opportunity for job seekers and employers from across higher ed and beyond to convene for a day of purposeful networking and engaging sessions. Hosted by Chronicle Careers. Register now.
ON DEMAND: While community colleges are best known as engines for work-force development, the number of students seeking associate degrees in the humanities is increasing. The virtual forum explored what’s driving this shift from vocational to liberal education — and what it may mean for the future of higher education. With Support From Teagle. Watch on demand.
As colleges aim to support students with anxiety, depression, or other mental-health issues, they are increasingly turning to chatbots and other related tools to triage the problems and help guide students to the right resources. In some cases, students prefer a candid and open discussion with AI rather than with a human. But while the efficiency of these technologies seems proven, what do colleges know about the ultimate mental-health benefits? How are they developing the right ways to use the tools and make sure human staff are involved at the right touchpoints? This Trends Snapshot explores the latest in this growing area of AI use.
ON DEMAND: Housing insecurity is an invisible barrier to student success. As rents soar faster than tuition, more college students are finding themselves without a stable place to live. Explore how institutions are stepping up to tackle student homelessness and support long-term success. With Support From Ascendium. Watch on demand.
REGISTER FOR ACCESS: American higher ed stands at a pivotal moment. Enrollment challenges, political scrutiny, and cost pressures are driving change—and creating space for innovation. This year’s Chronicle Festival convened higher-ed leaders and thinkers to explore how institutions are adapting with fresh ideas, bold leadership, and renewed purpose. With Support From Axim Collaborative, Google Cloud, Florida Atlantic University, Old Dominion University, and Texas A&M University. Watch on demand.
ON DEMAND: The Chronicle partnered with Langer Research Associates to interview 29 young people — some of whom enrolled in college, and some who pursued work-force training programs. Discover what they have to say. With Support From Ascendium. Register now.
ON DEMAND: Recent research shows that the rise of generative AI and automation is changing the skills demanded of employees. Discover how colleges and universities can prepare students to learn — and keep learning — critical skills related to artificial intelligence and automation.With Support From University of Florida. Watch on demand.