Engagement isn’t a moment—it’s a process.
In today’s hybrid, high-pressure learning environments, student and staff engagement must be designed with intention. In this energetic and actionable session, the fun dept., a Top 10 Engagement Solutions Company by HR Tech, unpacks its 20-year-proven methodology for creating stronger teams and communities through fun.
Participants will learn:
- Why traditional engagement efforts often fail (and how to fix them)
- How fun can be a strategic lever for engagement, belonging and connection
- Real-world tools that student leaders and advisors can use immediately
This session is ideal for student life leaders and professionals, programming boards, peer mentors, and anyone responsible for building an inclusive and exciting campus culture.
Presenter Bio: Nick Gianoulis is the Founder of the fun dept., a 20-year leader in strategic engagement, delivering programs for higher ed and Fortune 500 companies alike. He’s been featured on CNN, BBC News, TEDx, and more, and is known as “the Godfather of Fun.”
