Past Programs
Track: Overview
Leadership in a Changing World
What does it mean to be a leader? Can anyone be a leader? This overview session will introduce you to a
new way of thinking about leadership and the role that you can play in making a
positive change in the world.
Track: Individual
Good to Great: Positive Changes to Help Reach Your Goals
The most successful leaders know that it is not enough to be good at what you do; you need to be great in order to make a lasting impact. In this session, we will discuss how being a “Level 5” leader can help move your organization in the right direction.
Building Successful Communication Skills
Do you feel prepared to communicate in
the workplace and beyond? In this session,
we will discuss effective communication in the workplace with colleagues and
supervisors as well as the importance of successful communication skills to
individual success.
Living with an Open-Mind
What does it mean to be open-minded and simultaneously hold on to your core values? As leaders, we need to remain open to the changing environments we find ourselves in and maintain our core beliefs. Together we will discover how to strike this balance.
The Power of a Promise
We are kicking off our leadership
series with a discussion about the commitments we make as leaders. Often times we find ourselves saying yes to
too many opportunities, only to back out later.
This discussion will focus on the promises we make as leaders and the
importance of following through.
Public Speaking: Let Your Voice Be Heard
Developing the confidence to speak
comfortably in front of others is an important leadership skill. In this
session, you will learn key advice for public speaking and have the opportunity
to put the information in practice.
True Colors: Discovering Your Leadership Style
This is not your typical personality assessment! True Colors analyzes the
interactions between differing personalities to help you understand yourself
and others. Come take the True Colors test to learn about your own personality
style and how to interact effectively with the other leadership styles.
Old Talk to Bold Talk
Successful verbal and nonverbal communication is key in creating healthy
professional and personal relationships.
Come see what it takes to be a master of communication.
Personal Boundary Setting: Time Management
Ever feel yourself overwhelmed and think there is not enough time in the day to get everything done? This session will focus on the importance of time management and learning to recognize your personal boundaries.
What Does Professionalism Entail?
In this session, we will discuss different aspects of professionalism in the
workplace as well as ways to use social media in a professional manner.
Leaders Are Made, Not Born
Have you heard the myth that leaders are born not made? This program will highlight ten skills that
every leader needs – all of which any student can learn.
Track: Group
Tactful Conversations
Have you ever wondered how top
executives get to the top? Our answer is
tact; knowing how to say something without causing offense. Take this opportunity to propel your
communication skills and learn to speak and act with tact.
Overcoming Micromanagement
Have you ever worked with a
micromanager? Do you understand how
frustrating it is to be micromanaged? Join
us as we discuss different techniques for dealing with micromanagement
as well as tips on how to avoid becoming a micromanager yourself.
Building Teams: A Hands on Training
Successful organizations recognize the
importance for each member to be an active part of the team. Unfortunately, we are not always sure how to
create a team
Teamwork in the Workplace
We’ve all heard that there is no “I”
in team. Companies are successful when
their teams work well together. In this
session, we will discuss how to build successful teams as well as how to be an
effective team member.
Corporate Governance
Leadership and governance are
important components in successful organizations. In this session, we will explore how to
strike a balance between the two.
Dealing with Organizational Crises
Learn how to predict, navigate, and prevent crises to keep your group moving
toward its goals!
Teamwork makes the Dream Work
Many students dread group projects, although we know that teamwork is necessary
and beneficial. Join us as we discuss
group dynamics, discover strategies to excel, and define tried and true ways to
manage the underachiever in the group.
Promoting Peace to Make Progress
Many leaders fear conflict in professional settings. However, conflict can be used as a strategic
growth opportunity when approached correctly.
Join us as we discuss the roles of peace and conflict in the growth
process.
Avoid Bad Boss Pitfalls
Do you have a bad boss or worried about becoming one? Learn how to stay on
track and navigate the pitfalls.
Making the Team: Building Positive Relationships
The company that you keep effects your image and spirits. Learn how to carefully choose your “team,” so
you are encouraged, enabled, and able to maintain a positive attitude.
Track: Society
Ethics and Leadership
Understanding and developing ethics is
an important component of leadership. We
will explore some of the different ethical viewpoints to consider and apply
those to some real world examples.
Social Responsibility
Many corporations have begun to honor
a third bottom line: people, planet, profit.
Join us as we investigate the responsibility leaders have to the
community and the sustainability of our planet.
Building a Diverse You
Explore ways to incorporate diverse,
multicultural meaningful experiences into your leadership journey. Using the values categories outlined in the
Social Change Model as our guide, we will identify key experiences all leaders
should undertake to enhance their own understanding of diverse issues.
Yvon Choinaurd: Model for Leadership
Yvon Chouinard began his career on the side of a mountain climbing up ice. With this rugged start, his brand Patagonia
was created and quickly became the industry leader in environmentalism, sound
business practices, employee wellness, and quality product. Join us as we study the leadership styles
that led to one of the most successful business models in today’s corporate
world.
Change Management
You cannot change and still be the same. Come discuss how to effectively manage
change.
Women and Leadership: Do Women Lead Differently?
Do women and men lead in different ways?
Is it sexist to say women cannot lead in the same way as men? In this session, we will explore research on
women’s leadership styles.
Justice: Leveling the Playing Field
Do you understand how you are privileged?
In this session, we will explore privilege and discuss ways to eliminate
discrimination and oppression.
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