The SEC Academic Leadership Development Program (SEC ALDP) develops the next generation of academic leaders within the SEC. It supports faculty and early career administrators by providing opportunities to explore the goals, challenges, and rewards of academic leadership. Through SEC-wide workshops and campus-based programming, fellows gain insights and skills from current SEC administrators who share their experiences.
Current UT SEC ALDP Fellows (2025-2026)
Michael Danquah
Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs
Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Tickle College of Engineering
Jud Laughter
Director of Faculty Affairs
Theory and Practice in Teacher Education
College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Brendan McConville
Interim Associate Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs
College of Music
Christopher McNulty
Director
School of Art
College of Arts and Sciences
Program Goals
The SEC Academic Leadership Development Program goal is to be proactive in preparing faculty and early career administrators for high-level service in academia by providing for the following learning opportunities during the SEC-wide workshops and/or campus programming activities:
- Stimulating academic leaders to think critically about the future of the academy.
- Increasing knowledge and understanding of academic leadership in the 21st century.
- Embracing the strength inherent in creating supportive academic communities.
- Developing the managerial and organizational skills required to lead complex organizations.
- Improving the general leadership skills and abilities of academic leaders.
In addition, the program seeks to:
- Improve institutional faculty leadership.
- Create a qualified and skilled pool of candidates for academic leadership positions.
- Advance faculty and academic administrators.
Past Fellows
The Office of the Provost sponsors several events each year to bring past fellows together for fellowship and professional development. The SEC also offers several events and opportunities each year to bring fellows together, including an alumni fellowship award to visit other SEC institutions.