Nominations Open for 2027 Cohort of "How Lehigh Works"

Empowering Lehigh faculty, staff and students with institutional insights and strategic understanding.

Nominations and self-nominations are officially open for the upcoming 2027 cohort of "How Lehigh Works," a professional development series designed to provide staff, faculty and students with a deeper understanding of the university's business model, operational strategy, and key institutional functions.

Whether you want to support the professional development of a colleague or a student, or are interested in attending yourself, participating in "How Lehigh Works" is a great opportunity to build cross-functional understanding and connect with colleagues across campus.

Grounded in Strong Participant Feedback

Now in its third year, "How Lehigh Works" participants have consistently reported that the sessions provided practical, high-value information they regularly use in their day-to-day roles.

In post-session feedback surveys, the 2026 cohort described the program as “thoughtful,” “informative,” and “eye-opening,” regularly highlighting the openness and enthusiasm of executive presenters as well as the engaging Q&A segments in each session. Core modules were well received, with Lehigh’s Business Model emerging as a favorite, alongside strong positive feedback for the Graduate Education module.

Responsive Program Updates for 2027

To ensure the program continues to deliver a high-quality experience, participant feedback directly informed some refinements of the program for the coming year. In response to a desire for less rushed sessions, and requests for more time to engage with presenters and interact with colleagues, the program has been expanded from six to eight sessions. This expansion will provide time for deeper exploration of complex topics.

2027 Session Schedule

All sessions for the 2027 cohort will take place from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM on the following dates:

How to Submit Nominations

Both peer nominations and self-nominations are welcomed via the How Lehigh Works nomination form. The nomination deadline is December 4, 2026.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge of university leadership and operational strategy!