Pennington selected for Scripps Howard Leadership Academy at Newhouse
Program in Syracuse is June 15-18, develops senior leaders of journalism and mass communication schools
Pennington selected for Scripps Howard Leadership Academy at Newhouse
Program in Syracuse is June 15-18, develops senior leaders of journalism and mass communication schools
One of the strategic pillars for this year’s Scripps Howard Leadership Academy at Newhouse is “setting yourself and your school up for success.” That was an opportunity that really spoke to Miami University’s Rosemary Pennington, one of 14 participants in the program.
Pennington, chair of the Department of Media, Journalism, and Film (MJF), will attend the academy June 15-18 at Syracuse University. Intended to develop future senior leaders of journalism and mass communications schools, the Scripps Howard Leadership Academy helps shape their journeys through keynote presentations, cohort discussions, applied workshops, and structured networking.
Interacting with peers is one aspect of the program that appealed most to Pennington.
“I’m looking forward to talking with other people who lead programs similar to ours and get a sense of what challenges they’re facing and how they’re working through them,” Pennington said. “Just the opportunity to meet people from across the country who are doing a job like mine will be helpful.”
Participants in the Scripps Howard Leadership Academy will complete the program with a personalized leadership roadmap, as well as a peer accountability partnership and a “dean candidacy action plan.” The program is a joint endeavor from the Newhouse School and the Scripps Howard Fund.
Responsibly managing a university budget and building strong relationships with alumni are also among Pennington’s goals for the academy.
“I am thrilled I was chosen to participate in this program,” she said. “I’ve had really good mentorship at Miami, as far as being an administrator. This is a great opportunity to be with other administrators, to think about the impact of our jobs at this particular time, and how to be sustainable and responsive to student needs. To be able to sit and think about these issues with other administrators is important.”
Beyond the upcoming trip to Syracuse, Pennington also looks forward to moving into a new-look home on campus for MJF when Bachelor Hall reopens for classes in the fall semester.
Bachelor Hall’s renovation process creates a “hub for the humanities” at Miami, encouraging an environment for scholarly work and interdepartmental partnerships.
“The renovated production spaces are going to be incredible for our students,” Pennington said. “Being in Bachelor Hall with all of these spaces where we can come together as a community of faculty and students will help shape a vibrant culture in MJF.”