Show Your Boss the Value of HENC Professional Development Day

November 18, 2025

Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA

Higher education is all about growth — for your students, for your institution, and for you.

The Higher Education Networking Collective (HENC) Professional Development Day is designed to help you grow your skills, connect with colleagues, and bring back actionable strategies to make a powerful impact in your department.

Here’s Why Your Organization Should Send You

✅ Develop Your Skills:
Learn from industry experts and practitioners about supervision, mentoring, collaboration, and career advancement — all directly applicable to your role.

✅ It’s Affordable:
We know budgets are tight, so we’ve intentionally kept registration costs low — without compromising on the value of the experience. Join us for a day full of practical takeaways, professional development, and meaningful connections. Register by October 15 to take advantage of the early bird rate!

✅ Bring Back Actionable Ideas:
Discover strategies you can implement immediately to foster a more effective, supportive, and forward-thinking workplace culture.

✅ Strengthen Your Network:
Meet and connect with colleagues from a range of institutions who are experiencing the same opportunities and obstacles — find solutions together.

✅ Support Your Team:
Your participation will empower you to become a leader and a resource within your department, strengthening your team’s ability to innovate and grow.

✅ Boost Your Organization’s Success:
When you develop your skills and bring back new ideas, your department and institution benefit directly — through improved collaboration, enhanced productivity, and a more adaptable workplace culture.

Event Highlights

Workshop Sessions: Hands-on, actionable strategies you can apply immediately.

Panel Discussions: Insights from industry experts and innovators.

Networking Opportunities: Develop valuable relationships and collaborations across campuses.

Tip

To help you communicate the value of this event to your supervisor, we’ve prepared a Supervisor Justification Letter Template.
[Download it here]

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow and bring back lasting benefits to your department.