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Credential Verification

Issue date: July 29, 2026

ID: 98e443c9-b338-4d54-9ba8-510b8d05b5f3

Issued by

HBCU Faculty Development Network

The HBCU Faculty Development Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports effective teaching and student success at HBCUs and MSIs through faculty development, collaboration, and professional learning opportunities.

Type

Training

Level

Advanced

Format

Online

Duration

3 hours

Price

Paid

Description

This credential recognizes participation in the HBCU Faculty Development Network’s 2026 Summer Institute, Strategic Leadership from the Middle. Participants explored how faculty, program directors, coordinators, and emerging leaders can use informal leadership, strategic influence, and cross-campus collaboration to translate institutional vision into meaningful action and lasting impact at HBCUs. The virtual institute was held July 29, 2026, and featured guest facilitator Dr. Belle Wheelan. Event details can be found at hbcufdn.org/summer-institute

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Strategic Communication

Influence Without Authority

Earning Criteria

Participation

Attend the HBCU Faculty Development Network’s 2026 Summer Institute on July 29, 2026. Complete the full three-hour virtual learning experience.

Participation

Participate in facilitated instruction and discussion focused on strategic leadership, change management, stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, strategic communication, and influence without authority.

Assignment

Complete all institute learning activities.