Applications available for higher education leadership seminar Applications are now being accepted for the 2006-07 Issues in Higher Education Leadership Seminar. Sponsored by the President and PAC-W, this program is designed for full-time faculty and staff interested in gaining a broader view of leadership in higher education. Six individuals will be selected to participate. The program is open to both men and women, though special emphasis is placed on the importance of developing women for professional leadership roles within the University. The program runs from October 2006 to May 2007 and includes participation in a monthly seminar, attendance at one national higher education conference, and one meeting of the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education. Participants will also be expected to organize a campus forum on a higher education topic of their choosing. Each participant will receive a $250 stipend plus travel and conference expenses. Applications are available from victoriabeard@mail.und.nodak.edu and are due Friday, Sept. 15. -- Victoria Beard, Associate Provost, Academic Affairs, victoriabeard@mail.und.nodak.edu, 777-4824