Programs and Workshops
District VII ToGather
Past Events:
Community Colleges — Ready for Resurgence
During this conversation, we discussed ways in which community colleges managed and overcame challenges during the pandemic.
Facilitators: Shannon Hill, Cuesta College (CA), and John Fackler, Salt Lake City Community College (UT)
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Strategic International Advancement
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Development and engagement teams have made remarkable shifts in their international strategies this past year, as the pandemic continues to impact travel, budgets, and prospects’ individual situations. With a focus on Asia-Pacific and insight into outreach into Latin America and Europe, colleagues will share how they have leveraged institutional assets to help implement virtual strategies abroad while also continuing to keep fundraising strategies moving forward effectively.
Moderated by Bill Johnson, Vice President of University Advancement, California State University - East Bay. Conversation panelists include:
- David Cashman, Senior Director, Major Gifts & International Advancement, University of Chicago
- Marina Tan Harper, Senior Director for International Development, University of California, Davis
Supporting Career Development of African American Advancement Professionals
January 19, 2021 | 11-12 PM PT
African American development professionals and allies joined this ToGather conversation to discuss how to build a network of advocates and mentors, navigate career paths, and overcome race and ethnicity-related barriers.
This event, facilitated by Crystal Jones, Director of Development and Major Gifts, Scripps College, included a panel conversation, Q&A, and breakout sessions. Panelists included:
- Lishelle Blakemore, Panelist
Associate Vice Chancellor, Development, UC Berkeley - Birgit Burton, Panelist
Founder of the African-American Development Officers Network
Executive Director of Foundation Relations, Georgia Institute of Technology - Jeff Jackanicz, Panelist
Vice President of University Advancement, San Francisco State University - Melissa Watkins, Moderator
Executive Director, Major Gifts, Cal Poly Pomona