Program Leader Preparation
ASU Faculty-Directed program leaders (including support faculty/staff) are required to complete two online training modules prior to leading any Global Education program: Title IX Duty to Report and Preventing Harassment and Discrimination.
All program leaders (including support faculty/staff) are also required to attend an Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminar before leading an ASU Global Education program (at least once every two years). In addition, all Faculty Directors and support faculty/staff will be expected to complete one (1) additional workshop each year. Read additional information about this expectation.
Please find below a description of the required Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminar, CORE workshops, and other training opportunities, along with the most updated schedule of events.
Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminars
ASU requires that all program leaders (including support faculty/staff) participate in an Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminar (EPR) every two years.* EPR seminars are facilitated by GEO Associate Director of International Health, Safety and Security and cover preparation prior to departure, resources available, and actions to take while on-site when responding to emergencies.
GEO offers two versions of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminar: One for those who haven't attended in the past and another for those who have attended in the past but are required to attend again. Below is the current schedule of these two separate seminars.
*Program leaders will be notified if/when they need to attend an EPR seminar.
EPR 101: Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminar for NEW Program Leaders
- Friday, September 20, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in-person in MU 246 Coconino
- Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
- Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in-person in MU 246 Coconino
- Tuesday, April 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
EPR 201: Emergency Preparedness and Response Seminar for RETURNING Program Leaders
- Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
- Friday, November 8, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in-person in MU 240 Navajo
- Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in-person in MU 246 Coconino
- Friday, April 11, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Required New Faculty Director Orientation
This required orientation for new Faculty Directors (FDs) and support faculty/staff provides a broad overview of key aspects of the program planning cycle for the year to set FDs up for success. Topics include the many responsibilities of program leaders, details about the services provided by the Global Education Office (GEO), how the student application process works, an introduction to health and safety oversight, and a walkthrough of the timeline for planning a program.
- Monday, September 16, 2024 from 9-10 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
- Friday, February 7, 2025 from 9-10 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Additional Workshops
The primary goals of GEO’s additional workshops are to equip program leaders with information and resources that add value to their work, encourage collaboration among program leaders, and promote a sound health and safety culture within all GEO programs. Most workshops are 1 – 1½ hours long.
Please note: Faculty Directors are expected to attend one (1) workshop every year, in addition to the required Emergency Preparedness & Response Seminar.
Below are details of the additional workshops for the 2024-2025 academic year:
Mental Health Awareness and Global Education Programs
This workshop, facilitated through a partnership with ASU Counseling Services, aims to give program leaders basic information to help them identify and work with students who might experience a mental health crisis while on site. Key resources and strategies will be shared to help faculty directors and support faculty/staff feel better prepared to respond if a situation develops during the program.
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in-person in MU 246 Coconino
- Friday, February 7, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in-person in MU 246 Coconino
- Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Expect the Unexpected: Preparing for Common Program Mishaps
This workshop will deliver ASU’s basic expectations regarding incident response and incident management. Best practices gleaned from NAFSA: The Association of International Educators and the Forum for Education Abroad working groups will accompany discussions, case studies, and table top exercises to give each participant a framework from which to effectively respond to common incidents that occur during Global Education programs. This workshop is separate from, and does not replace, the mandatory Emergency Preparedness & Response Seminar.
- Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Sexual Violence and Global Education Programs
This workshop, facilitated in partnership with ASU's Sexual Violence Awareness, Prevention and Response program, will provide faculty with skills to manage an incident involving sexual violence during the program. Faculty will learn about initial steps to take if an incident is reported and will be equipped with the knowledge of ASU resources that will come to bear in such a case. Strategies will be shared to help faculty directors and support faculty/staff feel better prepared to respond if a situation develops during the program. This workshop is separate from, and does not replace, the mandatory Emergency Preparedness & Response Seminar.
- Tuesday, October 8, 2024 10-11 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
- Friday, January 17, 2025 from 10-11 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Marketing and Recruitment
This workshop will offer methods program leaders can implement to maximize recruitment initiatives and lead to successful enrollments in their programs. In addition to learning how to elevate their marketing and recruitment strategies, participants will have the opportunity to engage with a panel of experienced program leaders who have demonstrated success in their recruitment efforts year over year.
- Friday, September 27, 2024 from 10-11 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
- Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 10-11 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Conflict Resolution: Navigating Student Interactions with Confidence
This workshop, facilitated in partnership with ASU’s Employee Assistance Office, will equip program leaders with skills to manage conflicts with and between students. Topics will include tips for facilitating difficult conversations, strategies for de-escalating interpersonal conflicts, and recommendations for working successfully with challenging group dynamics.
- Friday, November 15, 2024 from 10-11:30 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
- Friday, April 4, 2025 from 10-11:30 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Supporting Diverse Student Populations
Given ASU's rich student diversity, it is likely that your group will be comprised of students with many different identities. This faculty training will offer key resources and strategies to help faculty implement inclusive practices in their faculty-directed programming. Faculty Directors will reflect on their own existing visible and invisible identities, work through student support scenarios, and discuss considerations that will enable them to better support and advocate for the identities of our diverse student populations.
- Friday, October 18, 2024 from 1-2:30 p.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Budgeting Basics: Strategies to Effectively Manage Program Expenses
This workshop will equip faculty leaders with essential skills for building and managing program budgets. Topics will include strategies for managing program expenses, crafting competitive program fees, and adhering to budget policies. Participants will explore best practices and engage in discussions about common challenges and frequently asked questions.
- Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 10-11 a.m. via Zoom (link to be provided)
Other Training Opportunities
American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Courses
GEO strongly encourages all Global Education program leaders to maintain a valid CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, from either the American Red Cross or the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI). We are fortunate to have access to both certification courses on ASU's campuses, so GEO is pleased to cover the cost of your American Red Cross certification through Sun Devil Fitness, or your ASHI Certification through the Office of Preparedness and Security Initiatives. Both are quality programs, so choose the one that fits best in your calendar.
Please be sure to notify GEO in advance of your certification course so that we can ensure you will not have to pay out-of-pocket for the training; you may also notify your instructor on the day of the course that you are a Global Education program leader and they will bill us for the cost of the certification.
- For certification through the American Red Cross, please view the schedule of available classes and then notify GEO which date and time you are attending so that we can communicate with the instructors, get you registered, and arrange payment in advance. Unless prompted otherwise by GEO, be sure to look for the Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid (Lay Responder) training.
- If none of the sessions offered by Sun Devil Fitness work with your schedule, please email ASU EMS to request a class (for certification through the American Safety and Health Institute).
Webinars & Online Resources
- ASU Faculty-Directed Programs Marketing Toolkit (website)
- Marketing Your Global Education Program: A Guide for Faculty Directors (video)
- Funding for Global Education Programs: A Guide for Faculty Directors (video)
- Tips & Tricks for Managing Your Student Applications (video series)