Higher education weathered the pandemic, but challenges persist. Now our institutions must grapple with a new wave of workplace pressures: “quiet quitting,” the Great Resignation, realignment thinking, and colleagues redefining how, when and why they work.
What does that mean for women in higher education? We are poised to become renaissance leaders as we re-order priorities, reinvest in what matters most, and shift to a new mindset.
Welcome from our new chair: Michelle Campbell, Ed.D.
September 7, 2022
Michelle Campbell, Ed.D.
Dear Colleagues,
The academic year is in full swing, and many of us are now seeing our campuses come to life as more students, faculty, and staff return to life on campus. While we spend the majority of our time ensuring students and faculty have the tools needed for teaching and learning success, it is important that as higher education leaders we make time for our development and growth.
Our health, wellbeing, and professional success depend on it. While we may have differing career goals and aspirations, we all benefit from professional development, networking, and support from women in higher education.
Making time to grow, learn and connect
The ACE Women’s Network – New Jersey is a learning-centered organization focused on the development and growth of women serving higher education institutions in the State of New Jersey. This year, we have a slate of networking and programming events that will provide our women leaders, and aspiring women leaders with the opportunity to connect with colleagues across the state, as well as learn and hear from women leaders who continue to serve as trailblazers in higher education.
Our conferences, workshops, and events tackle timely issues, explore promising practices, and offer sisterhood. Some of our events are shared below.
Networking Events
September and October 2022 Locations throughout New Jersey
These in-person events will launch in September. This is a great way to reconnect with colleagues, as well as meet new colleagues as we transition to a post-pandemic working environment. We will kick off the series Wednesday, September 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. with a wine and cheese reception at Bloomfield College. Registration is free.
Women of Color Symposium
Friday, October 28, 2022 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Zoom Event
Our Women of Color Symposium will take place online Friday, October 28 from 12 to 2 p.m. This is a virtual event that will include an optional virtual after-party/networking immediately following the main program. More information will be shared in the coming weeks about this event and how to register.
ACE Lunch and Lead
Friday, February 3, 2023 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Zoom Event
Our ACE Lunch and Lead will take place online Friday, February 3 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. This is a virtual event and a great way to connect with colleagues and hear from women leaders in our field during the lunch hour. More information will be shared in the coming months about this event and how to register.
Annual Spring Conference
Friday, March 24, 2023 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seton Hall University In-person event
Our Spring Conference will take place Friday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Seton Hall University. The first hour will be reserved for check-in, breakfast, and informal networking. The formal program will begin at 10 a.m. More information will be shared in the coming months about this event and how to register.
Time to lean in
We are excited about the year ahead and eager to provide content that enriches your professional and personal growth. At ACE Women’s Network – New Jersey, we dream big and encourage you to lean into your limitless potential while activating your professional network. There is a saying I heard recently that goes like this, “Confidence is feeling the fear and doing it anyway.” As an organization and network of influential women leaders, our goal is to build your confidence and support you in the pursuit of achieving and realizing your professional aspirations.
On behalf of the ACE Women’s Network NJ Board of Directors, we encourage your engagement with our network via our upcoming events. We welcome women from all aspects of higher education.
Feel free to share feedback, stay connected, and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. We look forward to meeting you in person and virtually, understanding your needs and interests, and offering programming that best supports your aspirations.
Please stay connected with us and continue checking this website for more information on our upcoming events.
Michelle Campbell, Ed.D. Chair, ACE Women’s Network – New Jersey Board of Directors Vice President for Institutional Advancement Middlesex College
