Programs

A Unique Opportunity for CHROs
In today’s challenging higher ed landscape, CHROs are providing critical leadership to their institutions and workforce. But who is supporting CHROs in their efforts to lead effectively and with impact? This program is designed to provide personalized, meaningful support by leveraging what makes our association unique: the power of connection and collaboration among higher ed HR leaders.
This program is currently being piloted with a small group. We hope to make it more widely available in 2026-27.
About the Program
In today’s challenging higher ed landscape, CHROs are providing critical leadership to their institutions and workforce. But who is supporting CHROs in their efforts to lead effectively and with impact? This program is designed to provide personalized, meaningful support by leveraging what makes our association unique: the power of connection and collaboration among higher ed HR leaders.
Whether or not your title includes CHRO, if you are the senior HR professional at your institution, overseeing all HR functions, this program is designed to help you feel more connected, focused and relevant in your work and in your role.
When you participate in this initiative, you will be paired with an experienced higher ed HR leader who can help you navigate your role as a higher ed CHRO. Here’s what you can expect:
- A personalized, year-long virtual engagement focused on your work and priorities as a higher ed CHRO.
- A dedicated CUPA-HR Navigator, who will serve as your main point of contact, helping you access insights, resources and support from across the higher ed HR community.
- Flexible scheduling with monthly meetings, determined by you and your assigned CUPA-HR Navigator.
- Peer group connection, allowing you to collaborate with a small cohort of fellow CHROs to discuss challenges, share ideas and access collective knowledge.
- Access to CUPA-HR resources, including toolkits, workshops, webinars and more.