Communicating for Change in Higher Education

Published on 02/03/2025

To inspire action and build support for their initiatives, change leaders must craft intentional, compelling messages throughout the organizational change process.

This free resource provides communication strategies specifically designed to help ensure the success of your efforts to broaden participation in your undergraduate computing program.

Learn how to:

    • Frame the Motivation by clearly articulating benefits that align with colleagues’ interests (e.g., reducing workload, enhancing student learning).
    • Provide Purposeful Feedback Opportunities to actively involve colleagues, staff, and students in collaborative change.
    • Establish a Clear Roadmap grounded in research, utilizing tools like the NCWIT TIJs for discussion and goal-setting.
    • Reinforce Your Vision using compelling evidence from multiple sources (quantitative data, student stories, national trends).
    • Tailor your messages to different audiences—such as faculty, students, deans, and external partners—to maximize buy-in and effectiveness.

Related Resource — Gearing Up for Change in Higher Education

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