Nominations for participation are requested beginning in January with the ELA-Higher Education program running from September – April. 

Nomination & Application Process

ELA is best suited for leaders who are moving into more strategic roles and/or have demonstrated strong mid-level management experience.

Step 1To nominate a UI staff or faculty member who is new to or moving into a more strategic role and has demonstrated strong mid-level management experience: 

  • Email oe-leader@uiowa.edu and include: nominee's name, department and email address.  
  • Self-nominations are accepted.  
  • Nominees will be contacted by a member of the academy administrative team to complete the on-line application.  

Step 2: Nominees need to complete the application by April 5, 2024. 

Step 3: After the application deadline, the ELA-Higher Education Selection Committee (comprised of alumni and academy administration) will review applications and provide recommendations. Upon final approval, applicants are notified. 

Step 4: Upon notification of acceptance into the academy, ELA-Higher Education participants will receive next steps on programming, scholarships and the Academy fee ($2000) payment process.

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ELA- Higher Education

2024-2025 Schedule

ELA- Higher Education will kick off in September 2024 and will conclude in April 2025. The program will involve approximately 6 – 10 hours per/month.

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ELA- Higher Education

Program Elements

The Executive Leadership Academy (ELA) – Higher Education is a comprehensive and immersive program that prepares UI leaders to meet the organizational goals of the University of Iowa now and into the future. ​ Program elements include Immersions, Individual Coaching, Leadership Labs, and Mentorship.

Questions?

Please reach out to oe-leader@uiowa.edu for any questions regarding the Executive Leadership Academy-Higher Education.

For employees with a health care focus, visit: The Executive Leadership Academy-UI Health Care