Civic Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago

WINTER/SPRING 2016 JANUARY 14, 2016 JUNE 18, 2016 Civic Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago is an interdisciplinary certificate program for high-potential government and nonprofit professionals combining academic course work with action skills and a capstone project. The Civic Leadership Academy aims to enhance the capacity of these leaders to perform effectively in their positions and within their organizations, thereby strengthening the communities they serve and the city of Chicago as a whole. Apply online by October 10, 2015, at cla.uchicago.edu. Civic Leadership Academy

The Civic Leadership Academy The Civic Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago is an interdisciplinary leadership development program for emerging and high-potential leaders in nonprofit organizations and local government agencies within the City of Chicago and Cook County. Developed by the University s Office of Civic Engagement, in partnership with LISC Chicago and the Civic Consulting Alliance, the program is designed to develop a pipeline of talented leaders to help nonprofits and government agencies thrive. A Resource for Government and Nonprofit Institutions Nonprofit organizations and government institutions in urban areas often tackle difficult social issues with limited resources, including time to invest in developing leaders. Civic Leadership Academy Fellows gain knowledge, confidence, and perspective to be more successful and effective. Participating organizations benefit from the enhanced leadership skills and insights employees bring back to their institutions. What Makes the Civic Leadership Academy Distinctive? Academic and Project-based Learning The Civic Leadership Academy is grounded in the leadership development framework conceived by Chicago Booth Professor Harry Davis and Robin Hogarth. Interdisciplinary Academic Curriculum The Civic Leadership Academy brings together faculty from the University s five professional schools and other institutions to teach with expert practitioners. Project-Based Learning Academy Fellows have the opportunity to apply the leadership skills they develop to real world situations through a capstone project and global practicum. Cross-Sector Network After completing the program, the Fellows become part of a network for alumni who will continue to collaborate for positive social change in Chicago. University of Chicago Partners Office of Civic Engagement Chicago Harris School of Public Policy School of Social Service Administration Chicago Booth School of Business University of Chicago Law School Institute of Politics Graham School of Continuing Liberal and Professional Studies Nonprofit and Government Partners LISC Chicago Civic Consulting Alliance City of Chicago Cook County

The Setting Classes are held on the University of Chicago s Hyde Park campus and in downtown Chicago. Program Dates and Fees January 14 June 18, 2016 The Civic Leadership Academy meets Thursday evenings and all day on Fridays, every other week for six months. The program also includes a week-long global practicum. The full value of the Civic Leadership Academy is more than $25,000 per Fellow. However, with funding from the Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust, Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase, and other philanthropic sources, the University is able to offer the program at a cost of $6,000. Financial assistance is available. Apply by October 10, 2015 The Civic Leadership Academy is currently seeking nominations and applications for the 2016 cohort. The program is designed to benefit high-potential leaders in nonprofit and local government agencies who are eager to grow and advance the missions of their organizations. The Civic Leadership Academy is rigorous and demands a significant investment of time, an eagerness to stretch oneself intellectually, and the ability to examine one s own leadership behavior. Successful candidates will grow individually, deliver value to their organizations, and work toward having a broad impact on the residents of the city of Chicago. The Civic Leadership Academy was a life-changing experience for me. It absolutely reinforced my leadership development journey. Yesenia Cervantes, Instituto del Progreso Latino, Director of Center for Working Families The Civic Leadership Academy experience helped me realize what it means to be a nonprofit leader in the city of Chicago. James Rudyk, Jr., Executive Director, Northwest Side Housing Center Nonprofits and government agencies depend highly on their staffs, who don t have as many professional development opportunities as their private sector peers. By providing these upand-comers with a forum for gaining new knowledge, insights, and skills, the Civic Leadership Academy will help them deepen their impact in the communities we serve. Cook County Board President Apply Toni Preckwinkle online at cla.uchicago.edu.

Civic Leadership Academy Curriculum Leadership, Strategy and Management Successfully manage challenging projects, from articulating a vision to getting it done Data Analytics Observe, collect and, analyze data Global Practicum Learn to lead beyond authority, develop cultural intelligence, and gain a global perspective on Chicago s urban landscape Strategic Communications Identify the strategic role of communications for the civic sector; anticipate and manage crisis with strategic communication Human Capital Lead and manage people more effectively, manage stressful situations, and negotiate with confidence Outstanding Teachers, Expert Practitioners Civic Leadership Academy courses are taught by outstanding faculty from five University of Chicago professional schools, as well as expert practitioners from within the nonprofit and government sectors. The Civic Leadership Academy has also featured guest speakers such as Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Chicago Booth s Austan Goolsbee, and others from the Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago. A sampling of the faculty and practitioners who have taught Civic Leadership Academy courses: Heather M. Caruso, Adjunct Associate Professor of Behavioral Science, Chicago Booth Caruso focuses on human behavior in organizations: the dynamics and social psychology of diverse teams; the management of identity, power, and influence in organizations; and strategies for optimal judgment, decision making, and behavior. Kerwin Charles, Edwin A. and Betty L. Bergman Distinguished Service Professor and Deputy Dean, Chicago Harris Charles focuses on questions concerning inequality, labor market discrimination, and the economics of the family. Strategic Financial Planning Create and advocate for a budget that aligns to strategy Policy Innovation and Ethics Understand the role of policy advocacy and ethics in the public sector For more information, contact: Joanie Friedman Director of Civic Partnerships, Office of Civic Engagement The University of Chicago Edward H. Levi Hall, Suite 101 5801 South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 Phone: 773.702.1035 Email: civicleadershipacademy@uchicago.edu Robert J. Chaskin, Professor and Deputy Dean for Strategic Initiatives, University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration Chaskin s research interests include community organizing and development, associations and nonprofits, and philanthropy and social change. Harry L. Davis, Roger L. and Rachel M. Goetz Distinguished Service Professor of Creative Management, Chicago Booth Davis s teaching and research interests focus on strategy, leadership, and creativity. As an instructor, he is an advocate of experience-based, or laboratory, education. Daniel Diermeier, Emmett Dedmon Professor of Public Administration and Dean, Chicago Harris Diermeier is an internationally recognized scholar in political institutions, formal political theory, and the interaction of business and politics, as well as an expert in crisis and reputation management. Brian Fabes, Chief Executive Officer, Civic Consulting Alliance Since joining Civic Consulting Alliance in 2005, Fabes has built a leadership team that has forged city-wide collaborations with more than 300 organizations.

Collaboration among civic leaders is essential to advancing new solutions to support a vibrant, innovative, and dynamic city. The Civic Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago is an opportunity for government and nonprofit leaders to pool their collective knowledge and advance their leadership skills while working on projects that will strengthen communities in Chicago. Mayor Rahm Emanuel CLA Advisory Council Rayid Ghani, Research Director, Computation Institute, and Senior Fellow, Chicago Harris Ghani is interested in using data and analytics to address high impact, social good problems in such areas as education, health care, energy, transportation, and public safety. Linda E. Ginzel, Clinical Professor of Managerial Psychology, Chicago Booth Ginzel specializes in the social psychology of management, executive development, and negotiation skills. Recent interest is focused on what she terms Leadership Capital, the capacity to decide when to manage and when to lead. Jennifer Mosley, Associate Professor, School of Social Service Administration Mosley s interests include the strategy and impact of nonprofit advocacy and lobbying, government-nonprofit relations, civic engagement in underrepresented communities, and social justice philanthropy. Mark N. Templeton, Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Abrams Environmental Law Clinic, University of Chicago Law School Templeton brings perspectives developed from his work in the private sector, senior-level positions in state and federal government, and nonprofits. Susana Vasquez, Executive Director, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Chicago Vasquez works to improve neighborhoods throughout metropolitan Chicago, with loans, grants, and technical assistance. She oversees a staff of 15, program budget of $9 million, and loan portfolio of $14 million. George Wu, John P. and Lillian A. Gould Professor of Behavioral Science, Chicago Booth Wu studies the psychology of individual, managerial, and organizational decision making; decision analysis; and cognitive biases in bargaining and negotiation. Recent research investigates volunteerism, exploring why people initiate and continue service actvities. Co-Chairs Kerwin Charles, Edwin A. and Betty L. Bergman Distinguished Service Professor and Deputy Dean, Chicago Harris Derek R. B. Douglas, Vice President for Civic Engagement, The University of Chicago Members Dr. Roslind Blasingame-Buford, President, Link Unlimited Scholars Robert Chaskin, Professor and Deputy Dean for Strategic Initiatives, University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration Tasha Cruzat, Chief of Staff, Office of Cook Cook Board President Toni Preckwinkle Steve Edwards, Executive Director, Institute of Politics Brian Fabes, CEO, Civic Consulting Alliance Joanie Friedman, Director of Civic Partnerships, Office of Civic Engagement, University of Chicago Robert H. Gertner, Deputy Dean and Joel F. Gemunder Professor, Chicago Booth Shelley Stern Grach, Director of Civic Engagement, Microsoft Corp. Chicago Jeff Leslie, Director of Clinical and Experiential Learning, Clinical Professor of Law, Paul J. Tierney Director of the Housing Initiative, and Faculty Director of Curriculum, University of Chicago Law School Sonya Malunda, Senior Associate Vice President, Officeof Civic Engagement, University of Chicago Terry Mazany, President and CEO, The Chicago Community Trust Jim McDonough, Executive Director, Alphawood Foundation Chicago Mark R. Nemec, Dean, University of Chicago Graham School of Continuing Liberal and Professional Studies Raul Raymundo, CEO, The Resurrection Project Jesse Ruiz, Partner, Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP David Spielfogel, Senior Advisor to the Mayor, City of Chicago Julia Stasch, President, MacArthur Foundation Susana Vasquez, Executive Director, LISC Chicago Eric Weinheimer, CEO, Donors Forum Kevin Willer, Partner, Chicago Ventures Kyle T. Williams, Senior Banker, Healthcare, Higher Education, Not-for-Profit

APPLICATION CRITERIA Application Checklist All application materials are available online at cla.uchicago.edu. Supervisor nomination Two letters of recommendation Two capstone project proposals Completed online application Capstone Project Proposal Each applicant will describe two potential projects that are relevant to his or her current organization or municipal department, are within the scope of his or her current job function, and can be addressed within three months. These projects should also provide the applicant with an opportunity to acquire new leadership skills. Candidates should: Be full-time employees of a nonprofit organization, the City of Chicago, or Cook County Demonstrate a strong track record of leadership, innovation, and high performance Have a minimum of five years of work experience in the civic sector Be nominated by their supervisors and provide two additional letters of recommendation Who should apply? Job titles for nonprofit candidates could include chief executive officer, chief operating officer, executive director, senior administrator, associate director, deputy director, senior program manager, and regional director. Job titles for government candidates could include deputy commissioner, assistant commissioner, director, budget director, and chief of staff. Successful Civic Leadership Academy Fellows are intellectually curious, reflective, ambitious and innovative, open and flexible, and committed to positive change. Civic Leadership Academy Apply online by October 10, 2015, at cla.uchicago.edu. OCE REV 9-2015