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June 23, 2025New AI Certificates Added

Throughout June 2025 MEG, through the Madison School of Professional Development, has launched several new certificate programs in information technology and now Artificial Intelligence. Last week, MEG President, Dr. Robin Westerik, together with Dr. Jeevan D'Souza, the developer and lead faciltiator for the new programs, released a statement regarding the new programs in AI. Of the programs, Westerik commented, "whether curious about AI, considering an AI driven career path, or just looking to maximize AI applications, these programs provide that foundation you need." Learn more about the new programs: Artificial Intelligence Foundations Data Science Foundations Read the full press release . ... Read more

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June 18, 2025Seeing Out the Vision

By Dr. Scott. We have arrived at the final installment in this two month, seven-part series on visionary leadership. If you missed any of the previous entries in the series, I encourage you to check out what we’ve covered thus far. We began with the 6 Characteristics of Visionary Leaders and then looked at Strategic Innovation and Inspirational Communication . Next, we explored Visionary Leadership and the Situation and Visionary Leadership and Personality Traits . We also examined strategies for Building Visionary Cultures and Maintaining the Vision long term. We round out this series here by discussing ways to see out a vision and what comes next. This particular series on visionary leadership is part of the Madison School of Professional Development Wednesday Leadership Blog where we highlight leadership best practices each week. Check out more from the blog series here. Putting Visionary Cultures to the Test Though we discussed visionary cultures... Read more

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March 18, 2025What is a Life Coach?

By: Coach Vern A life coach is a professional who helps clients to set and achieve personal or professional goals. They work with clients to identify areas of their lives that need improvement, develop strategies for success, and provide support and guidance throughout the process. Life coaches are not therapists, counselors, or mentors, but rather guides who help people make positive changes in their lives. One of the primary roles of a life coach is to listen actively and empathetically to their client's concerns and goals. They work with clients to identify what they want to achieve, whether it be improving relationships, advancing in their careers, or finding more balance and fulfillment in their personal lives. Life coaches then help clients develop specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals that align with their values and priorities. In addition to setting goals, life coaches also provide tools and strategies for overcoming obstacles and staying mo... Read more