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How to Get the Most Out of Your Participation in the Great Colleges To Work For Program
Now that you’ve decided to participate in The Great Colleges to Work For Program, it’s time to address how you get the most out of your experience. Join us for a deep dive into the “How” of getting the most out of your survey experience. In this session, we will walk through essential components of an effective communication strategy. We’ll share strategies to enroll executive support as well as the sponsorship of key stakeholder groups. We will provide best practices related to maximizing response rates, especially among faculty. And we’ll share insider tips how recognized institutions leverage the honor of being recognized as one of the best workplaces in Higher Education.
Here is the link to Register for the 2026 Great Colleges Program.
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Thinking About participating in the Great Colleges to Work For Program? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Are you curious about the Great Colleges Program? Has your institution considered participating but hasn’t yet thrown your hat in the ring? Join our upcoming session to learn about the methodology of the program, the basics of participation as well as the decision points you should consider to make an informed choice of whether or not it’s right for your institution.
In this session, we will provide an overview of the program, review eligibility requirements, introduce the two-part assessment, discuss what it takes to be recognized, and talk through the potential pros and cons of participation.
You will learn how the Great Colleges Program can support your efforts to engage faculty and staff in meaningful ways and support related strategic initiatives related to your ability to attract and retain top talent and cultivate a culture of engagement, respect and innovation. Do not miss this opportunity to understand the many benefits of participating in the Great Colleges to Work For Program.
Key Takeaways:
- An understanding of the history and methodology behind the Great Colleges to Work For Program.
- The basic requirements (time, money, resources) involved in participating
- The pros and cons of participating
- The value of being recognized in the program
Here is the link to Register for the 2026 Great Colleges Program.
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What You Need to Know About Participating in the Great Colleges to Work For Program…An Insider’s Guide: The Nuts and Bolts of Participation.
Whether you are new to the Great Colleges Program or simply preparing to throw your hat in the ring again, this session will walk you through everything you need to know about participating in the Great Colleges to Work For Program.
We’ll review the registration process, the timeline and key milestones, the two-part assessment process, the sampling methodology, oversampling and survey customization, and report and benchmarking options.
You’ll leave this session with a full understanding of the nuts and bolts of participating in The Great Colleges to Work For Program so you can make an informed and strategic plan on how to put your best foot forward.
Here is the link to Register for the 2026 Great Colleges Program.