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ELEVATE: Employee Development Program

ELEVATE is a comprehensive employee development program designed to foster personal growth, strengthen collaboration, and build leadership capacity across the organization. Through a structured, multi-phase approach, ELEVATE equips employees with the skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic workplace.

What Is ELEVATE?

ELEVATE focuses on developing essential competencies through interactive workshops, guided reflection, and practical, real-world application. Participants will build self-awareness, enhance communication skills, strengthen teamwork, and develop strategic leadership abilities that support both individual and organizational success.

Program Phases

Phase 1: Personal Foundations
February 5 and February 24, 2026
Participants will develop self-awareness and humility through reflective journaling, personality assessments, and growth mindset discussions.

Phase 2: Interpersonal Skills
March 2026
This phase emphasizes communication and emotional intelligence using role-playing activities and peer feedback.

Phase 3: Collaboration & Team Dynamics
April–May 2026
Employees will build trust and accountability through team-building activities and cross-functional collaboration.

Phase 4: Strategic Thinking & Change Leadership
September–October 2026
Participants will strengthen adaptability, critical thinking, and change leadership skills through case studies and simulations.

Why Participate?

ELEVATE helps employees:

  • Improve self-awareness and emotional intelligence

  • Build stronger relationships and effective teams

  • Develop leadership and strategic thinking skills

  • Adapt to change and support innovation

Get Involved

Supervisors are encouraged to support employee participation and incorporate ELEVATE principles into daily work. Employees should watch for invitations to upcoming sessions beginning in February.

For more information, please review the ELEVATE Program Guide or contact:

Eric Nykanen - eric.nykanen@tamuk.edu

Olivia Galindo - olivia.galindo@tamuk.edu  

Program Guide: 

ELEVATE Program Guide

Together, we can elevate our potential and foster a culture of continuous growth.