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December 1, 2025
Understanding Resistance in Organizational Change
In the December 2025 edition of NCURA Magazine, Attain Partners consultant Ivonne Kalinski explores how resistance emerges during organizational change and outlines approaches leaders can use to support staff through transitions. Drawing on Prosci’s “Resistance Zoo” framework and lessons from recent shifts in higher education, she highlights the value of clear communication, accessible training resources, and structured guidance during periods of disruption.
About the Author
Ivonne Kalinski is a consultant at Attain Partners with a focus on assisting higher education organizations with business process modernization and change management. She is a Prosci-certified change management practitioner. She delivers client-specific change management programs to ensure that stakeholders are armed with tools for success to navigate changes within their institutions.
