Committing to DEI Work: Are You Engaged?
Although many IT leaders agree on the importance of DEI work, fewer are actively engaged in the work involved. Why do leaders avoid this work, and what can they do to commit in a meaningful way?
Brian Basgen
Biography
Brian Basgen started his career as an IT work-study student at Seattle University. From there, he developed a technical background in Unix systems administration, networking, and information security. For the past fifteen years, he has served in IT leadership roles with an emphasis on building teams across the institution to accomplish strategic initiatives. Brian currently serves as Senior AVP for Information Technology at Emerson College, leading a staff of 75 in the IT department, the Media Technologies and Productions department, and the radio station WERS.
EDUCAUSE Publications
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ERP Implementations: Resolving Obstacles through Thoughtful Leadership
ERP implementations are very difficult, but they can be highly beneficial. Guiding an organization through this process while managing the impact of change requires thoughtful leadership that effectively resolves obstacles.
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Becoming Institutional Partners and Brokers: The New Role for IT
IT leaders describe how they are collaborating and cooperating with their campuses as they transition to their new organizational role.
EDUCAUSE Presentations
Memberships
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EDUCAUSE Involvement
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IT Issues Panel
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Committee
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CDS-PIVOT
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Analytics & Research Advisory Group
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EDUCAUSE 2017 Program Committee
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EDUCAUSE Connect 2016 Committee
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EDUCAUSE Review Online Reviewers
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EDUCAUSE Connect 2015 Committee
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HEISC Mentor and PD Team
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Security Professionals Conference 2013 Program Committee
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Security Professionals Conference 2012 Program Committee