Pioneer Leadership Institute Staff Development
Core Values
Family, Integrity, Innovation, Respect, Excellence
Core Beliefs
We develop our student-athletes and staff.
We choose integrity first.
We win together.
We always seek to improve.
#SharpenTheAxe Pioneer Athletics
Staff Professional Development
The purpose of this group is to provide intentional professional development for staff members within the Division of Athletics and Recreation. This group will be convened on a monthly basis and also engage in small group developmental activities led by the coaching staff.
Leaders: Kelly McNiff and Sam Birkicht
Intentional Group Activities will Focus on:
- Coach Mentorship Program
- Professional Development Monthly Sessions
- Recruiting and Program Development Best Practices
- Fundraising Support
- Mental Health and Wellness
- Book Club
- Celebrating Difference Makers
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Women’s Leadership Development
Mission and Purpose:
The purpose of this group is to provide intentional personal and professional development for female members of the Division of Athletics and Recreation. This group will come together on a monthly basis for food and fellowship and also engage in small group developmental activities led by the coaching staff.
Leaders: Kelly McNiff, Sam Birkicht
Intentional Group Activities will Focus on:
- Food and Fellowship
- Coach Mentorship Program
- Mental Health and Wellness
- External Professional Development Opportunities/Discussions
- Professional Development Monthly Sessions/Workshops
- Department Support for Other Programs
- Book Club Recap
- Celebrating Difference Makers