E3 Leadership Academy (E3LA) – Staff
The E3 Leadership Academy (E3LA) is a transformative initiative designed to empower our community to become leaders in inclusive education. With a focus on inclusive education, E3LA aims to equip staff with the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to foster an inclusive and equitable campus environment.
BECOME A LEADER IN
INCLUSIVE STEM EDUCATION
We are excited to announce the continuation of the E3 Leadership Academy (E3LA), an initiative consisting of a series of training sessions designed to promote inclusive instruction and accessible course design. E3LA is not just a workshop; it is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on our campus and beyond. Whether you are looking to enhance your teaching and instruction, mentorship, or administrative practices — particularly within STEM disciplines — through a lens of inclusivity and equity, the E3 Leadership Academy is for you.
This series of workshops will take place over the course of a week and will explore topics such as culturally responsive course design, identifying power & privilege, inclusive mentoring, and more. Staff cohort members are expected to attend the first three days of the E3 Leadership Academy, which focus on instruction, collaboration, and application techniques.
Key Highlights of the E3LA
This unique initiative not only aims to enhance your skills and knowledge in inclusive education but also offers significant incentives.
Comprehensive Learning
Dive into equity fundamentals, develop inclusive instruction techniques, and create actionable Cornerstone project plans tailored to your individual educational or administrative contexts.
Collaborative Environment
Engage with colleagues to share strategies, best practices, and innovative ideas for promoting inclusivity and equity.
Practical Application
Staff participants will have the option to develop and implement Cornerstone projects, becoming advocates for positive change within their spheres of influence at Rutgers–Camden.
Funding Opportunities
- Cornerstone Project Support: For staff interested in developing and implementing a Cornerstone project, E3 will provide administrative and financial assistance to support project implementation, up to $2,000.
- Professional Development Funding: Additional funding opportunities are available to support E3LA staff cohort members who wish to get involved in external professional development opportunities. This funding can help to cover travel, conference registration fees, and associated accommodations.
Professional Development
- Inclusive Education Competency: Become a member of the competent staff leader cohort trained in inclusive education, recognized for your desire and ability to create positive change within your administrative contexts.
- Accreditation Microcredentials/Badges: Earn the Level 1 badge from the E3 Institute as an “Inclusive Education Advocate,” enhancing your professional profile and demonstrating your commitment to inclusive education.
- Monthly Leadership Meetings: Engage in monthly gatherings post-training to discuss project progress, share insights, and collaborate with peers, furthering your leadership and project management skills.
APPLY TODAY
Secure your spot in this transformative journey by registering today. Space is limited to a small number of participants, ensuring a focused and interactive experience. Applications for the Summer 2025 cohort will open in December 2024 and be due in March 2025. For questions or concerns about the application process, contact e3_camden@rutgers.edu.
E3LA 2025 is tentatively scheduled for June 2 to June 6, 2025. Staff cohort members are expected to attend the first three days of the E3 Leadership Academy.
To ensure that participation maximizes your academy experience, every successful applicant will be followed up with an interview. This process helps us understand the unique challenges you face in making your course, program, or administrative practice more inclusive. We are committed to identifying and providing the specific support you need to remove barriers to inclusive education.
Accreditation Microcredentials/Badges
Following completion of E3LA, members of the staff leader cohort will earn the Level 1 badge from the E3 Institute as an “Inclusive Education Advocate,” enhancing your professional profile and demonstrating your commitment to inclusive education.
After attending the E3LA workshops, participants can write a reflection and complete a survey for the Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research (OTEAR) to earn the Level 1 badge as a “Lifelong Learning in Inclusive Teaching.” This badge is part of OTEAR’s Classroom Inclusivity Series.
