LUNCH & LEARN – The Alphas Are Coming
Event Details
You are invited to join SOCHE for a virtual lunch and learn entitled “The Alphas Are Coming,” on Wednesday, Oct. 15, beginning at 12 p.m. ET. The session will be presented by Angelica Kennedy, Executive Assistant to the President at Cincinnati State Technical & Community College.
Generation Alpha is on the horizon, and they are poised to transform higher education as we know it. This presentation is essential for anyone involved in shaping the student experience, from faculty to student affairs professionals. You’ll gain cutting-edge, research-based insights into who Generation Alpha is and how they think, learn, and engage with the world.
Unlike previous generations, Alphas are true digital natives with high expectations for personalization, technology integration, and social impact. The session breaks down what these traits mean for teaching, advising, and designing student services. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies for curriculum design, classroom technology, and inclusive student engagement.
Attendees of this session will —
- Understand the Core Characteristics of Generation Alpha: Participants will identify the defining traits, values, and behaviors of Generation Alpha and how these differ from previous generations.
- Analyze Emerging Trends in Learning Preferences and Technology Use: Attendees will explore how Generation Alpha’s digital fluency and early exposure to AI, social media, and smart technologies shape their educational expectations.
- Evaluate the Implications for Curriculum Design and Instructional Strategies: Participants will assess how to modify teaching methods, content delivery, and assessment to better align with the needs and preferences of Generation Alpha learners.
This isn’t just about adapting, it’s about thriving as the educational landscape shifts. With enrollment trends changing rapidly, now is the time to understand how to reach, teach, and retain the Alpha generation. Register now to learn how to future-proof your institution and ensure you’re ready for what’s next.
The Alphas are coming — will you be ready?
Registration for this event will close on Sunday, Oct. 12.
[If you are unable to attend live, a recording link will be sent to all registrants.]
When: Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 12-1 p.m. ET [if you are unable to attend live, a recording link will be sent to all registrants]
Where: SOCHE Zoom platform (link sent at least 24 hours prior to event)
Cost:
- Personnel from SOCHE member schools: $5
- Personnel from NON-member schools/organizations: $10
- Students: FREE
Questions? Contact Mindy Claggett at SOCHE
Student Registration Fee Policy
Registration Cancellation Policy
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT WILL CLOSE ON SUNDAY, OCT. 12.
About the Presenter
Angelica Kennedy
Executive Assistant to the President and Office Manager of the Executive Suite
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
Angelica Kennedy has over twenty years of experience in higher education, beginning as a student worker at the University of Cincinnati and advancing to Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Good Samaritan College of Nursing. She has served as a teacher, career counselor, and community advocate, currently working as an instructor at Cincinnati State and UC, and as the Executive Assistant to the President at Cincinnati State. Her academic background includes a BFA and MEd from the University of Cincinnati, an MA in Communication, and multiple certifications from UCLA, ACUE, and the Institute for Generational Research & Education. She is also an Ordained Minister and recently earned a master’s certificate in Spiritual Leadership and Discipleship. Angelica is pursuing a doctoral degree in school improvement at the University of Texas at Tyler. In her spare time, she enjoys karaoke, cooking, family time, and producing documentaries that uplift and educate her community.
