Teamwork & Sportsmanship: Applying Values of Sports to Everyday Life!
Presented By: Dan Simmons, Associate Director, Athletics
Tuesday January 16, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Why is sports so often referred to as a “laboratory” of real life? What values can be taken from a sports experience and applied to a person’s everyday life? This session will look at two important values that are often talked about in sports and how these values can be truly learned or developed in a sports experienced and applied to a participants life.
Presented by: John Cooke, Director of Campus Activities
Wednesday January 17, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Is your student organization operating as well as it could be? Experts say a new direction will be needed every 2-3 years for groups/companies to be successful. If your organization is not adapting and evolving with the times, you may become extinct just like the dinosaurs. Come find out how to ensure the success of your organization, and have lots of fun along the way!
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Interviewing Techniques Boxed Lunch
Presented by: Commuter Student Programs and Services
Thursday January 18, 2007, 4:30–5:30pm
Location: TBA
The Four Keys Every Leader Must Have
Presented By: Azure White, Inspirational Speaker/ Leadership Consultant, Enhanced Excellence
Thursday, January 18, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Working in the Interstices: Communicating with Technical and Non-technical Audiences Simultaneously
Presented by: Lesley McBain, Senior Data Editor, Annual Survey of Colleges, The College Board
Monday January 22, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
When is a blank answer a blank and when is a blank answer a zero? And how do you work simultaneously with both the person who thinks the blank is a blank and the person who thinks the blank is a zero?
Communications skills -- one of the most valuable skill sets for an employee or manager to have -- are key.
Finding your Passion
Presented by: Judah Ferst, Senior Jewish Campus Service Corps Fellow, Hillel in Philadelphia
Tuesday January 23, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Want to change the world? What is something you care about? Are there others out there that feel the same way? How can you use it as a vehicle to create an impact on campus? Using key examples, we will use this session to explore these questions and others to help you refine your ideas into something that will have a long and lasting impact on the issue and the Drexel community.
Motivation: Conquering Apathy and Inspiring Action
Presented by: Jessica Grace, Assistant Director of Commuter and Off Campus Student Programs and Services
Wednesday January 24, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Whether it is a group project or committee work, motivating group members to take an active part and exude enthusiasm on a project or topic can be frustrating. Learn and/or share techniques on how to move from apathy to enthusiasm in your group meetings.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Management Through Delegation
Presented by: Dan DiMucci, Vice President of Corporate Development, Pennoni Associates, Inc.
Thursday January 25, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Successful leadership means successful Delegation.
Learn how to manage and delegate responsibilities.
Learn about Teaming and Partnering for better results in any project.
Do you want to achieve more than is currently possible? Some people fail as leaders because of a simple truth - they do not understand the importance of delegation and how to successfully delegate.
The World of Communication: How Things Go Wrong and Right
Presented by: Glenn A. Smith, Director, Residential Life, The University of the Arts
Monday January 29, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Is what you said not what they heard? Do you feel like you put your foot in your mouth too often? Are you a good listener? Come join us as talk through the confusing world of interpersonal communication and how it affects you and your organization.
There is no “I” in Leadership
Presented by Tim Emmett-Rardin, Asbury Protestant Ministry at Drexel
Tuesday January 30, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
OK, so technically there is an "I" in leadership, but this workshop will nonetheless explore how effective teamwork is essential to effective leadership.
Keeping in mind the rewards and challenges of working with and within a group, participants will reflect on the importance of team-building and team communication through discussion and an interactive group exercise.
Volunteerism & Sports: Importance of Paying Forward & Service through Sports
Presented By: Dan Simmons, Associate Director, Athletics
Wednesday January 31, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
This CEO session will discuss the role volunteering and community service plays in sports programs in terms of character development and teaching sports participants the importance of “paying forward”. Specifically, we will examine why quality athletic programs feel it is vital to their success that they integrate volunteer and community service opportunities in their athletic programs.
Leadership Lessons from Sports Greatest Coaches
Presented By: Dan Simmons, Associate Director, Athletics
Thursday February 1, 2007, 12-1:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Learn the insights and theories from sports most successful “field generals”! For example- John Wooden’s “Pyramid of Success” & Lou Holtz’s three keys to excellence.
Body Perfect: How Self-Image Affects Your Success
Presented by: Adrienne Kekeç, Assistant Director, International Students and Scholars Services
Thursday February 1, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
An interactive exploration of the impacts of culture and society on self-image and how that is reflected in terms of personal and professional success.
Seven Habits of Highly Effective People: The Road to Interdependence
Presented by: Sheila Graves, Former Director, Drexel Center for Learning and Academic Excellence
Monday February 5, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Steven Covey divides his Seven Habits into Private and Public Victories. This workshop presents an overview of Public Victories, the capacity to build rich, enduring and highly productive relationships with other people. Attend, participate in scenarios and learn the true essence of interdependence!
Spirituality, Service and Leadership
Presented by: Fr. Bill Grogan Director, Newman Center at Drexel University
Tuesday February 6, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
How can we integrate our spiritual views and perspectives on social action with our understanding of leadership styles. This workshop offers participants the opportunity to articulate and to explore, within their own leadership context, the role of spirituality and service in guiding our choices and courses of action.
Greek History Visited
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Tuesday February 6, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Since 1776, fraternities have been an integral and essential part of American higher education, and Drexel's campus life is no different. The first fraternities were founded on our campus in 1900, and over time both fraternities and sororities have helped to shape the evolution of our campus. With members like Buckley, Myers, Westphal, Daskalakis, Greenawalt, and Ross, Greek-letter organizations and their members have created lifelong relationships and connections with their alma mater - Drexel University. This is only the beginning of the story...come to this program to see for yourself!
Contact greeklife@drexel.edu to schedule this workshop for your organization.
This is open to both Greek and non-affiliated students
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Focus on Self Esteem
Presented by: The Panhellenic Council
Wednesday February 7, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Self-esteem is something that many individuals struggle with daily. This interactive session focuses on understanding the factors that influence self-esteem and how to make healthy choices to improve self-esteem in yourself and others.
WDYWFY – What Do You Want For Yourself?
Presented by: John Loper, Field Vice President, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
Thursday February 8, 2007, 6–7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
WDYWFY? Do you know what you truly want, or even know how to get it? Learn and incorporate the "Five Profoundly Simple Steps" toward a ‘Goal Achievement Process.’ Identify your goals both personally and professionally and ways in which to achieve them!
Time Management
Presented by: Erica England, Counseling Center, CCHC
Monday February 12, 2007, 12–1:00 pm
310 Bellet Building
Juggling a heavy workload, school schedule, or personal life? If you frequently feel pulled in too many directions and consequently it seems there is not enough time in the day, this is the workshop for you. Come to this workshop and learn how to reduce your stress levels and maximize you productivity.
The Art of Interviewing
Presented by: Kenneth Owens (Class of 2005), C3I Systems Engineer and Trishna Shah (Class of 2004), Radar Systems Engineer, Lockheed Martin
Monday February 12, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
In today’s competitive job market, a superlative resume is not enough to secure the position you want. The ability to interview well is imperative to distinguish yourself from other candidates. This workshop will help participants identify and develop the skills they need to impress employers.
How to Avoid Hearing “You’re Fired!” Giving and Getting Good Feedback
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Tuesday February 13, 2007, 12-1:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Too many employers, supervisors, and leaders use vague and general statements that criticize and degrade us versus providing specific and helpful information that would help us become better people and workers. This workshop will deliver the nuts and bolts included in the eight rules of good feedback.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Manage Your Projects, Don’t Let Them Manage You
Presented By: Tasha Gardner, Senior Project Manager, Operations, Office of Academic Advising, Retention & Diversity
Tuesday February 13, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
In this workshop, students will learn how to effectively plan and manage their projects, from planning to execution no matter how big or small the project is.
Hills…Part 2…
Presented by: Philip Poczik, Program Director, Center for Civic Engagement
Wednesday, February 14, 2007, 7:00 pm
Location Rescheduled to:
Ruth Auditorium (Room 125), Nesbitt Hall, corner of 33rd and Market Streets
Join Drexel's resident storyteller, Philip Poczik, as he premieres the second chapter in his original fable, “Hills…”
The Equiano Story - Great Britain’s Fredrick Douglas:
Featuring Arthur Torrington,OBE, Richard Reddie and Katrina Browne.
Thursday February 15, 2007, 10–11:30am
Living Arts Lounge, Creese
Presentation and panel discussion facilitated by Dr. Koli Gross
“A Conversation with Arthur Torrington, OBE, Richard Reddie and Kartina Browne”
Thursday February 15, 2007, 4-5pm
A. J. Drexel Picture Gallery, Main Building
Two 15 minute presentations and a 15 minute film clip followed by a Q & A session.
Reception following the program: Rincliffe Gallery
Character & Sports
Presented By: Dan Simmons, Associate Director, Athletics
Thursday February 15, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Do sports build character or exemplify character? What is the value of sports at a college, in a community and in our society? What are some of the ethical issues facing sports today? This workshop will examine all of these issues and students will walk away with new insight on their own personal values and the value of sports.
Taking it Head On: A Crash Course in Confrontation
Presented by: Rebecca Dzara, Assistant Director of Campus Activities; Katie Peoples, Coordinator for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Monday February 19, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Through the use of skill building exercises participants will be empowered to pick their battles and confront effectively. Understanding their own confrontation style, participants will learn strategies to resolve conflict and misunderstandings among their peers. This program will increase confidence in tackling sticky situations and help to create a more positive approach to confrontation.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Student to Employee – Making a Successful Transition
Presented by: Roberta Hyland, Corporate Officer and Manager of Member Operations, National Student Clearinghouse
Tuesday February 20, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Worried that the workplace is not like college? It’s true – professors provide syllabi outlining expectations; the expectations from your employer may not be as clear. This session will provide attendees with insights regarding what employers expect from recent graduates, what recent graduates expect in the workplace, and how to successfully navigate the differences in these expectations.
Character & Sports
Presented By: Dan Simmons, Associate Director, Athletics
Wednesday February 21 , 2007, 12-1:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Do sports build character or exemplify character? What is the value of sports at a college, in a community and in our society? What are some of the ethical issues facing sports today? This workshop will examine all of these issues and students will walk away with new insight on their own personal values and the value of sports.
Visualize, Describe, Direct: The Art of Business Command
Presented by: John L. Gronski, Senior Management Consultant, Greencastle Associates Consulting, Colonel, US Army
Wednesday February 21, 2007, 6–7:30 pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
John L. Gronski, has experience as a senior military leader as well as a business consultant. He presents a framework to help business leaders gain situational understanding, communicate purpose and direction, and maintain control of an implementation effort.
Interpersonal Leadership Skills
Presented by: Amy Stevens, Academic Advisor, College of Engineering
Thursday February 22, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
This seminar will focus on strategies for identifying personal leadership style, strengths, and weaknesses. Using a variety of leadership inventories, participants will be able to evaluate their skills and determine specific areas of growth. Learn how a diversity of styles can contribute to an organization's effectiveness.
Black History Month Lecture and Dinner
Sponsored by Campus Activities Board
Thursday, February 22, 2007, 7:00pm
Location: Behrakis Grand Hall
Speaker: TBA
This event consists of a lecture celebrating the accomplishments and achievements of African Americans. Tickets can be reserved at the Campus Activities Board (CAB) office.
Reflection in Service.
Presented by Thomas Dahan, AmeriCorps*VISTA, Center for Civic Engagement
Monday February 26, 2007, 12-1:30pm and 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Do you want to be effective and want to truly make a difference with other people? Come and learn strategies for improving community service programs and projects and training others. Learn strategies for improving community service programs through effective stories from our “Scholars in Service” here at Drexel University.
Go FISH!--Leading with the FISH! Philosophy
Presented by: Tom Sontag, Director of Organizational Development
Kathleen Jones, Training Consultant
Tuesday February 27, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Worker's at Seattle's Pike Place Market have created an opportunity to demonstrate service excellence while selling fish. Learn what these individuals do provide outstanding service and how these principles apply to leadership.
Successfully Running FUN & Effective Meetings
Presented by: Daniel Steinberg, Student Government President
Wednesday February 28, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
If you are serious about being a part of an effective and successful organization, then you definitely want to come to this CEO workshop to learn strategies to help increase productivity and participation. You will leave with a variety of strategies to keep your organization moving in the right direction such as running fun and effective meetings, transitioning officers, and interpersonal motivating factors.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Health, Wellness, and College Life
Presented by: John Madaglia, Jason Zappacosta, Akshita Sivakumar, and Tom Stinson
Wednesday February 28, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
This workshop will give practical information and approaches to considering health and wellness in the context of a college environment. It will provide a focus on how to manage one's lifestyle to be healthy where being healthy can be challenging and downright difficult. The topics to be covered in this workshop will
include:
-Nutrition on the go
-An intro to women's health
-Time management for a healthy lifestyle -Alcohol and health -Cognitive benefits of exercise -Making healthy affordable
Each topic will be in the form of a mini presentation, giving up to date and comprehensive information on what one should consider when it comes to being healthy and applying it into a tight schedule.
There will be time for questions and interaction with the participants at the workshop in the form of a discussion on how to incorporate these ideas practically into a student's day to day life.
Credibility – It’s Hard to Get and Easy to Lose
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Thursday March 1, 2007, 12-1:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Credibility is the cornerstone of leadership --- and leadership is, above all things, about relationships. Most people have very high expectations of their leaders, and credibility is about how leaders earn the trust and confidence of their constituents. Credibility is hard to get --- and easy to lose. It is about what people demand of their leaders and the actions leaders must take in order to intensify their constituents commitment to a common cause. Come learn how to make this work for you.
Energizing and Impacting Your Organization
Presented by: Rebecca Dzara, Assistant Director of Campus Activities; Nicole Martino, Campus Activities Board
Thursday March 1, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Want to ‘jazz’ up your organization’s meetings and retreats? Learn how to effectively facilitate icebreakers, energizers, and teambuilders using an easy to remember facilitation model. This highly interactive session will help students develop facilitation skills, while providing them with enjoyable and educational activities usable in many situations. Students will learn how to select activities, tailor them to the needs of their group, and invent variations to common group activities.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Greek Values Revisited
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Thursday March 1, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Contact greeklife@drexel.edu to schedule this workshop for your organization at a different time.
You are involved in Fraternity and Sorority Life, but do you really understand the history of Greek Letter Organizations? Why are there chapter values and rituals? Learn important information about Greek Life's history, governance structures, and the relationships between chapters and their host institutions.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Learn How to Learn: A Workshop on Improving Your Study Skills
Presented by: Farzin Irani, Counseling Center, CCHC
Monday March 5, 2007, 12– 1:00 pm
310 Bellet Building
Interested in maximizing you test taking potential? Perhaps learning and understanding the material is more helpful than just memorizing it. This workshop will focus on several different learning styles and will offer techniques for optimal learning.
Leadership Training Based on the Military Model
Presented by: Keith M. Cianfrani, LTC US Army (retired). Owner of The Leadership Development Group
Monday March 5, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
The purpose of The Leadership Development Group is to provide professional leadership training using the U.S. Army's Be-Know-Do Leadership Model. Using this model, our customers learn what a leader must be, what a leader must know, and how a leader must act. Topics may include: communication, vision and mission, decision making, planning and problem solving.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Six Sigma Boxed Lunch
Presented by: Commuter Student Programs and Services
Tuesday, March 6, 2007, 12:30–1:30pm
Location: TBA
Branding Made Simple: Identity, Design, and Improving Your Image and Communications
Presented by: Daniel Steinberg, Student Government President, Alex. Zahradnik
Tuesday March 6, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Daniel Steinberg, President for the Undergraduate Student Government Association, will go over the basics of creating a strong and consistent image for your organization and how it can improve every aspect of your group.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Women and Leadership
Presented by: Dana D’Angelo, Director of General Business Studies, LeBow
Tuesday March 6, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
A recent study of women in executive positions found that although women get higher ratings than men on management style, the very characteristics and strategies that earn them praise prevent them from reaching the top. Why is this? What are the barriers to women's advancement? Learn strategies designed to help women succeed and prosper as leaders today and in the future.
Seven Effective Habits of Drexel Student Leaders
Presented by: Josh Cohen, President, Weekend Warriors; Jason Miller, President, Drexel Marketing Association; John Cooke, Director, Campus Activities
Wednesday March 7, 2007, 6-7:30pm
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Sometimes it may be difficult to adapt a leadership theory to your own leadership style or utilize the concepts in making yourself a better leader. This interactive workshop will show you how current Drexel University student leaders use theorists’ Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People in their own leadership style with their organization in making them successful. Join us as we explore the ‘habits’ described by Covey and how these student leaders actually used them. In addition, get some tips on how to effective lead your organization from your own peers.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Leadership Lessons from Sports Greatest Coaches
Presented By: Dan Simmons, Associate Director, Athletics
Wednesday March 7, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Learn the insights and theories from sports most successful “field generals”! For example- John Wooden’s “Pyramid of Success” & Lou Holtz’s three keys to excellence.
Lessons from an Enduring Entrepreneur
Presented by: Jock Sommese, Convergence Homes
Thursday March 8, 2007, 6-7:30 pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Match your skills against those from an "enduring entrepreneur." No matter what situation you may find yourself in, the lesson learned from an entrepreneurial survivor can help. Take the Entrepreneur's test, asses your own skills and figure out methods to improve them. This interactive presentation isn't for the faint of heart as we will look at what makes a more successful you.
Women in Society Lecture and Dinner
Sponsored by Campus Activities Board
Thursday, March 8, 2007, 7:00pm
Location: Behrakis Grand Hall
Speaker: TBA
This event consists of a lecture celebrating the success and improvements made by women in the Drexel community and the larger society. Tickets are free for undergraduate students and $3 for graduate students and faculty. Tickers can be reserved at the Campus Activities Board (CAB) office. Each year CAB observes Women's History Month by presenting the WIS dinner and present awards to women - one undergraduate, one faculty, and one graduate, for their vital contributions to their communities, families and professional endeavors. Women's History Month serves to recover and tell the story of the powerful impact women have had throughout history on the development of our social, cultural, economic and political institutions.
Tools for Improving Communication and Participation in Organizations
Presented by: Dr. Joe Campbell, Executive Director, University Procurement
Monday March 12, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
Strong leaders engage all members of an organization to participate in activities that impact the organization's success. An organization that can work together to fully utilize the collective skills, experiences, and knowledge of its members is stronger because it is much better at solving problems, identifying new opportunities, planning programs, and managing interpersonal dynamic. High levels of cooperation also build investment in an organization. This program will teach you effective group problem solving, planning, and decision-making strategies.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.
Character Traits and Values of Leadership
Presented by: Frank Perras, Senior Vice President & Owner, Career Concepts, Inc. Partner (Ret.), Accenture
Tuesday March 13, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2020 MacAlister Hall
We will conduct an interactive discussion intent on defining good and bad leadership traits, and developing a personal leadership philosophy representing the values you bring to the role. We will also identify "derailers" that adversely affect the success of a leader.
Don't Blow Your Chance to be a Leader
Presented by: John Henderson, Director of Development and Marketing, Foundations Inc
Wednesday March 14, 2007, 6-7:30pm
2019 MacAlister Hall
Explore a variety of techniques to deal with colleagues, supervisors (members of authority), and teammates in the workforce!
“Where Have You Been, Where Are You Going?”
Sponsored by Campus Activities Board
Wednesday, March 14, 2007, 7:00pm
Location: Behrakis Grand Hall
Speaker(s): TBA
This event is a multicultural lecture consisting of Drexel University professors speaking about their experiences in other ethnic backgrounds. Tickets can be reserved at the Campus Activities Board (CAB) office.
