Featured Speakers

In the opening keynote on Sunday, Jeff Harry, positive psychology thought leader, will show us how to recognize our inner critic, bring it into the light and learn how to play and build a healthy relationship with it. On Monday, Kevin McDonald, vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion and community partnerships at University of Virginia, will share important lessons learned from navigating diversity crises in higher ed environments while moving forward with the vital work of diversity, equity and inclusion. Closing out the conference on Tuesday, Ira Shepard, CUPA-HR’s general counsel, and Carolyn Pellegrini of Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr will engage us in an interactive session covering the latest information and updates on key cases impacting higher ed employment and labor law.