Career development and professional growth

At Fort Lewis College, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous growth, innovation, and engagement for our faculty and staff. Guided by insights from the 2023-2024 Faculty and Staff Engagement Survey, we’ve redefined our professional development initiatives to align with FLC’s Culture, Mission, and Values.

Our goal is to provide the tools, resources, and opportunities you need to thrive in your career. Whether you’re interested in workshops, coaching sessions, personalized training, or mentorship, our programs are designed to support your success and help you reach your professional goals.

Professional development opportunities this year

This year, we are focusing on three key leadership development areas. Let’s work together to enhance your skills and success at FLC.

Self-awareness

Gain the tools to better understand your strengths, values, and personal goals. This initiative focuses on building emotional intelligence, enhancing time management, and fostering personal growth to help you thrive in your role at FLC.

Interpersonal awareness

Learn how to strengthen your communication and collaboration skills. This initiative emphasizes cultivating meaningful relationships, resolving conflicts effectively, and enhancing teamwork to create a more connected and inclusive FLC community.

Leading others

Explore strategies to inspire and empower others. This initiative provides resources and experiential learning to help you lead with confidence, foster innovation, and drive positive change while embodying FLC’s mission and values.

Upcoming professional development

March
26

Supervisor Training: Mastering Communication and Constructive Feedback for Performance Review and Goal Setting

Facilitator: Shawna Fullington, Human Resources Coordinator

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

EBH 130

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March
27

Lunch & Learn: Using Emotional Intelligence to Enhance Workplace Relationships & Student Engagement

Facilitator: Melissa Stordeur, Human Resources, Talent Development Specialist

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

EBH 130

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Contact

Melissa Stordeur

Melissa Stordeur
Talent Development Specialist

Responsibilities:

  • Professional development
  • Training requests