Spartan Sparks 2020

Generating Transformative Ideas to Lead SJSU

Date: August 11, 2020
Location: Online via Zoom

The goals of this event including helping staff:

  1. Identify potential paths for promotion and career growth
  2. Recognize and advocate for future SJSU staffing needs
  3. Discover and benefit from professional development resources

Spartan Sparks 2020 Agenda

  • Welcome by Provost Vincent Del Casino 
  • Panel Discussion - Moderated by Jennifer Nathan
    • Guest Speakers:
      • Joanne Wright
      • Tricia Ryan
      • Akilah Carter-Francique
  • Small Group Discussions
    • Balance Work/Personal Life/Mindfulness
    • Leadership Tools
    • Opportunities for Professional Development
    • Mentoring
    • Inter-Department Synergies/Collaborative Synergies
    • Cross-Cultural Dialogue (Step Up SJSU)
    • Communication Networks
    • Managing Up
    • Inspiring Peers and Students
    • Informational Interviewing
  • Special Guest Presentation,Mel Day, Co-Founder of the Wall of Song Project
  • Town Hall - Moderated by Anna Kurpiewska

Event Notes

Small Group Facilitator Bios

Small Group Notes from Discussion Groups

Event Recordings

Welcome and Panel Discussion

Special Guest and Town Hall