No More Sink or Swim: Intentional Onboarding for Registrars

New registrars face more than a learning curve—they face a leadership moment. Whether stepping into the role for the first time or bringing experience to a new campus, onboarding sets the tone for success. Join us for real stories, practical tools, and strategies that help you build credibility, navigate culture, and lead with confidence from day one.

Committee Group: Group IV: Leadership and Management Development

First Learning Outcome: Develop an understanding of how professional background influences a registrar’s integration into institutional leadership 

Second Learning Outcome: Gain insight into the connection between early leadership actions and long-term organizational credibility

Third Learning Outcome: Analyze the role of institutional culture shaping onboarding strategies and leadership effectiveness.

Core Competency: Change Management

Proficiency: Enrollment Management Proficiencies

Presenter(s): 

Lesa Beals Purdue University - Main Campus

Becky Keogh Michigan State University

Curtis Clock Ball State University

Christian Winnewisser Santa Barbara and Ventura Colleges of Law