SOAR Program
The SOAR (Staff Opportunities to Accelerate Readiness) Program is a newly formed program within the College of Engineering. SOAR is focused to enhance professional development of Georgia Tech staff through enrichment, education, and empowerment. The program will provide you with the ability to obtain skills for your desired career path. We want to promote growth from entry- to high-level positions in academia and value longevity with staff at Georgia Tech. The program consists of 12 monthly, 90-minute meetings.
If you are interested in joining the program, please apply by Monday, March 18.
More information on SOAR is in the video below.
Learning and Development
ASPIRE – Using the foundations of a leadership mindset and the Competing Values Framework of organizations, ASPIRE challenges aspiring leaders to cultivate a leadership mindset and learn to lead from where they are.
MentorTech – Strategically designed to foster the professional development and career growth of Georgia Tech employees, MentorTech seeks to build diverse networks across the Institute — no matter your age or skill level.
Professional Development Circles – Designed as small, organized groups of people leaders, Professional Development Circles draw together faculty and staff from all levels of the Institute for collaborative problem solving, encouragement, connection building, and leadership fluency.
Additional Programs
Georgia Tech’s Campus Learning and Development Directory features a mixture of traditional training, professional development programs, group activities for physical and mental health, opportunities to explore creativity, and exhibits and seminars.
Seminars and Workshops
Staff Engagement & Success Series – How to Grow Through What You Go Through
Navigating conflict and challenging conversations: keep calm and influence others
Putting Your Best “Self” Forward – Virtually and In-Person
Staff Engagement & Success Series – Perks at Work
Staff Engagement & Success Series – Compensation (Feb. 2021)
Unlocking the Mystery of the Dean’s Office Series
This series provided insight and clarity into duties of Dean’s Office professionals and perspectives.