Thank you! We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in this year's Staff Development Day on June 12, 2024. Your enthusiasm and engagement made the day a resounding success!
This year’s theme, Connecting Today | Creating Tomorrow, truly came to life as colleagues gathered to learn, engage, and connect. Whether you attended in person or joined us virtually, your presence contributed to the vibrant energy that defined the day. We look forward to seeing you at future events and continuing to build on the connections made during Staff Development Day. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to [email protected].
Schedule of Events
| Breakfast at the Lindemann Performing Arts Center Courtyard | 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m |
| Keynote Kickoff at Alumnae Hall | 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. |
| Volunteer Session I (various locations) | 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
| Session I (various locations) | 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. |
| Lunch in Sharpe Refectory | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
| Leslie’s Farmers Market on Wriston Quad | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
| Volunteer Session II | 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Session II (various locations) | 1:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
| End of Day Celebration on the Main Green | 2:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
KEYNOTE
Dr. Wendy Schiller was our keynote speaker for Staff Development Day 2024. Dr. Schiller, Alison S. Ressler Professor of Political Science, Director, Taubman Center for American Politics & Policy, and Professor of Public & International Affairs, delivered a keynote speech comparing the state of American life today with earlier periods economically, socially, and politically.
Following her keynote, Dr. Schiller hosted an afternoon session titled "Election 2024: Expectations and Potential Surprises." This session reviewed the upcoming elections at all levels, focusing on the presidential race and the battle for party control in Congress.
Leslie’s Farmers Market
We are delighted to announce the vendors participating in Leslie's Farmer's Market on Wriston Quad, a tribute to the late Leslie Uhnak, a cherished organizer of the Staff Development Day Farmers Market. Join us to experience a wonderful array of offerings from:
- Wise Mouth Teas
- PVDonuts
- Hometown Poke
- Maggie's Healing Path
- New England Nautical Gifts
- Fig and Dandy
- Rhed's Hot Sauce
- Wellspring Apothecary
- Sustainability Booth
- Orisirisi Spice of Life
- Perfect Empanada
- Kay's Curries
- Caribe & Co.
- Wedge RI
- Anchor Toffee
- Kristi's Kraftails
- PT Color Market
- Sustainability
- Krakatoa Garden
- Chicamonina
END OF DAY CELEBRATION
Join us on the Main Green for the Staff Development Day End of Day Celebration! Meet with colleagues from all across campus to celebrate a day full of learning, development, and community. Refreshments, two drinks tickets, Del’s Lemonade, and desserts from the Brown Food Truck will be provided courtesy of Brown Dining and Catering. Staff can participate in entertainment, games, and other activities hosted by Talent Development and the Staff Advisory Council.
Activities and entertainment include:
- Caricatures
- Lawn Games
- Volleyball
- Karaoke
- Bingo
- Trivia
- Interactive Photo Booth
- Music by Larry Love
SDD 2024 Engagement Toolkit
The SDD 2024 Engagement Toolkit ensures that leaders, managers, and staff are well-informed champions for employee engagement and community building on Staff Development Day (SDD), June 12, 2024. The Engagement Toolkit outlines everything you need to know about SDD 2024 and provides best practices for how teams can make the most out of the experience.
SDD 2024 Session tracks
SDD 2024 photos
Staff Development Day VIDEOS
In 2015, Staff Development Day was honored with The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District 1 award in the Special Events category. The Circle of Excellence Awards showcase outstanding work in advancement services, alumni relations, communications, fundraising, and marketing.