Leadership academy alums reflect on forging connections, growing skills as fifth cohort graduates

The GW Academic Leadership Academy, started by former Provost Forrest Maltzman and Provost Chris Bracey in 2019 to develop leadership talent at GW, is a yearlong cohort-based program with monthly sessions where attendees hear from University leaders on topics, like conflict management and emotional intelligence. New graduates and program alumni said the networking opportunities and assignments helped them make connections across the University and improve their confidence in taking leadership positions.