AD&D Professional Development Opportunities
The Association of Deans and Directors of University Colleges and Undergraduate Studies aims to provide professional development opportunities for its members across the country. If you are interested in presenting on a particular topic, feel free to email our office at [email protected] with your presentation proposal.
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AD&D Webinar | October 14, 2026 - 1:00PM ET
PROGRAM TOPIC:PHILANTHROPY (Core Four): The Human Side of Building Relationships, Resources, and Impact
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Description:
Fundraising is often viewed as the responsibility of advancement professionals. Philanthropy, however, is broader… it begins with people, purpose, relationships, and a shared belief in what is possible.
In PHILANTHROPY (Core Four), Kevan L. Turman explores four essential competencies that help higher education leaders move from simply seeking resources to building a culture of philanthropy: Strategic Thinking & Vision; Relationships & Field Building; Grants, Proposals & Due Diligence; and Strategy, Evaluation & Learning.
At the center of the conversation is what Turman calls the Human Side of Philanthropy, the understanding that before people invest in our institutions, programs, or ideas, they must first believe in the people leading them. People have to trust your heart, even when they may not fully understand your hand.
Through practical examples and lessons from higher education advancement, the session will examine how relationships, communication, connection, education, and commitment create the conditions for philanthropic investment. Participants will also explore philanthropy linguistically returning to its fundamental meaning, the “love of humanity,” as a framework for understanding why this work is ultimately less about transactions and more about connecting people to purpose.
Designed specifically for deans, directors, and higher education leaders navigating increasing resource challenges, this 40-minute session will offer a practical framework for identifying opportunities, articulating impact, strengthening relationships, and becoming more effective partners in the philanthropic process whether or not “fundraising” appears in their job title.
Speaker: Kevan L. Turman, MSR
Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and Executive Director, WSSU Foundation
Winston-Salem State University
Kevan L. Turman serves as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and Executive Director of the Winston-Salem State University Foundation, where he leads the university's fundraising, alumni engagement, corporate and foundation relations, donor stewardship, and advancement communications efforts. He joined Winston-Salem State University in October 2024, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience in higher education advancement, philanthropy, strategic partnerships, and community engagement.
A seasoned advancement professional, Turman has built a distinguished career focused on cultivating meaningful relationships, strengthening institutional capacity, and advancing missions through philanthropy. Prior to joining WSSU, he held numerous leadership positions at Lincoln University, the nation's first degree-granting Historically Black College and University, including Director of Alumni Relations, Special Assistant to the President, Associate Vice President for Advancement, Campaign Manager, and Interim Vice President of Institutional Advancement. During his tenure, he helped secure millions of dollars in philanthropic support, expanded scholarship funding opportunities, and enhanced alumni engagement initiatives.
Turman earned both his Bachelor of Science in English and Secondary Education and his Master of Science in Reading from Lincoln University. Throughout his career, he has been recognized as a collaborative leader known for building strong partnerships among alumni, donors, corporations, foundations, and community stakeholders. His leadership philosophy centers on fostering a culture of engagement, stewardship, and transformational giving that creates lasting impact for students and institutions.
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Member Rate: FREE
Non-Member Rate: $35.00
Fall 2026 Professional Development Webinars Topics:
Be sure to mark your calendars for our future programming as well:
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | 1:00pm ET
WEBINAR TOPIC: Moving from Middle Management into Leadership
Speaker: Dr. Saint Rice, Lincoln University
Moderator: Adrienne Sewell
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