Do you want to learn how to be an even better supervisor to your student employees AND get a certification to prove your exemplary supervision skills? Then, make sure to register for this years Supervisor Learning Cohort! This blog includes registration information, program dates, frequently asked questions, and previous Supervisor Learning Cohort participant testimonials.
Starting in June, the Supervisor Learning Cohort is a 7-week program where student employee supervisors take sessions on critical supervision skills. Participants go in depth over topics such as supervisor styles, equitable recruiting & hiring, developing students, identity conscious supervision, giving better feedback, addressing performance issues, and well-being in the workplace. At its conclusion, participating supervisors will receive recognition through the Supervisory Skills Certificate: Student Employment.
The Supervisor Learning Cohort infuses elements of the 4D experience and holistic student development in their supervision practice. To develop a robust student employee experience, supervisors analyze the ways diversity, equity and inclusion show up in the student employment lifecycle. While strengthening their skills and understanding around supervision, resources are aimed at helping supervisors navigate their roles in supporting their student employees. Participating in the cohort offers supervisors an opportunity to build a professional community that encourages deeper connection and learning.
Register Here: Registration for Program
Registration Deadline: TBD
Before your register, we recommend that you check out the information below which includes the program timeline and frequently asked questions! Keep reading to find Supervisor Learning Cohort testimonials from 2024!
Program Dates
- Supervision Style and Impact – Elise Goss-Alexander, June 18
- Equitable Recruiting & Hiring – Craig Miller, June 25
- Developing Your Student Employees – Lauren Brassfield, July 9
- Feedback and Performance Management – Brittany Menn, July 16
- Conflict as a Supervisor – Betty Snyder, July 23
- Supervision for the Long Haul – Elise Goss-Alexander, July 30
Sessions are every Wednesday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM (MDT) on Zoom.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many supervisors can participate?
- The Supervisor Learning Cohort will be about 25 supervisors. If there is high registration demand, acceptance into the cohort will be based on factors such as:
- Variety of campus departments represented
- Number of student employees supervised
- Previous involvement with the Office of Student Employment
- Those who register but are not selected will have preferential selection for next years cohort.
- The Supervisor Learning Cohort will be about 25 supervisors. If there is high registration demand, acceptance into the cohort will be based on factors such as:
- Does the amount of time I have been a student employee supervisor matter?
- The length of time which you have been a student employee supervisor does not matter, all are welcome to this cohort! This cohort is intended to provide guidance on critical supervision skills while also strengthening skills that participants may already have, so it fits all levels of experience.
- What if I have accessibility concerns?
- We prioritize making our program an accessible space! For virtual events, we will enable captions, provide materials for review afterward, and strive to implement principles of Universal Design for Learning.
- While this is a highly participatory program, we also recognize that people participate in different ways. For any questions about accessibility or to request accommodations, please reach out to us at stuemp@du.edu and we will do our best to make it happen.
Supervisor Testimonials
“Being a part of the Supervisor Learning Cohort was amazing because it allowed me to connect with other supervisors on campus and share about my experience. One of the most valuable resources I was introduced to was the 4D ReflectiveSupervision Question Bank which was inspired by the University of Iowa’s Guided Reflection on Work (GROW®) program and the NACE Career Competencies.” – Erin Richard, Senior Academic Advisor, Office of Academic Advising
“The most valuable thing I learned in the Supervisor Learning Cohort is that a supervisor-employee relationship is a two-way street, and both parties must put in the work to exercise strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills to get the most out of their respective roles.” – Adeel Ahmed, Assistant Director of International Admission, Office of Undergraduate Admission
“I can’t narrow it down to just one thing! The network of supervisors I built across campus through this cohort has been incredible. Being able to bounce ideas off one another (even after completing the program) has been immensely helpful and has allowed me to continually fine-tune my supervisory skills. Additionally, the tangible opportunities to implement ideas, techniques, and projects in real time for my student employees boosted my confidence as a supervisor. I truly believe this program should be required for every student supervisor; I feel 10x the supervisor I was before participating this summer!” – Crissy Lubke, Assistant Director of Admission, Office of Undergraduate Admission
