Student Centers & Activities

Leadership Quest '08

Workshop Schedule (download pdf version)


9:30am	Opening Speakers
	Katie Roy & Judge White	GSU Café

10:10am	Session Block #1
Norm Young	Going Green:Recycling and Beyond	GSU 335
	What is the University of Hartford doing to address sustainability on campus and what can we as individuals do on campus and in our lives in general? This Session will focus on the initiatives currently inderway on campus and some of thw ays that we can help to green the campus and live a greener life.

Bill Zimmerman	Playbook for Life	GSU 345
	The Hartford's Playbook for Life is a national educational program designed to help student athletes and all young adults gain a solid understanding of personal finance fundamentals. The program was created by The Hartford as part of the company's philanthropic focus on education and its corporate partnership with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). From understanding the risks of bad credit to budgeting for housing and living costs, the Playbook for Life provides educational content about financial planning basics in a way that is engaging and relevant to its college student audience. Since its launch in March 2005, the program has been widely praised by students, coaches, educators and parents as a valuable resource for students and young adults. Students everywhere can visit www.playbook.thehartford.com to take advantage of the program's practical tools and resources, including interactive worksheets and video webinar, and order or download a free copy of the 33-page guidebook.

David Isgur and Jon Easterbrook	Effective Event Marketing	GSU 331
	We will begin by outlining the important questions that those putting on an event need to ask themselves, such as who is the audience they are trying to reach, exploring the ways that this audience gets its information, and what kind of budget do you have for publicity? Once those questions are answered a strategy can be developed, and we will talk about how to develop that strategy. We will also talk about the use of new media vs. traditional media for getting the word out.

David Albert	Unconscious Bias and Attitudes Towards Leaders	GSU 341
	What is the University of Hartford doing to address sustainability on campus and what can we as individuals do on campus and in our lives in general? This Session will focus on the initiatives currently inderway on campus and some of thw ays that we can help to green the campus and live a greener life.

Darryl McMiller	So You Don't Like Your Political Leaders: They Are Only As Good As We Make Them	GSU WCC
	Americans are very cynical about the political system, not very active in politics, and complain about the nation's political leaders. But, our political leaders are only as good as we make. The purpose of this workshop is show you how to stop being a spectator and how to make your political leaders better.

11:10am	Session Block #2
Lou Holtz	The Game Plan for Success	GSU Café
	The only coach in the history of college football to take six different teams to a bowl game and win five different bowl games with different teams, Lou Holtz is well established as one of the most successful collegiate coaches of all time. He has also authored three books and serves as a commentator for ESPN. *Sigma Alpha Pi “pending members” will need to sign in on the attendance sheet to receive 1-DVD/Speaker credit. Highlights include: Score with strengths Tackle teamwork Go deep for success

Tatum Krause	How to Present Yourself	GSU 331
	You roll out of bed 30 minutes late, throw on a sweatshirt over your pajamas, no time to eat breakfast, or brush your hair. You pop a mint in your mouth, but there isn't a mint that exists to remove that strong alcohol smell from your breath. You interrupt class, only to find that the company you have been trying to get an internship with for 2 years is presenting in your class. Think you made a good first impression? Maybe if they check your facebook account they will see that you are indeed a talented.....drinker??? Presenting yourself in a positive manner will boost your self-confidence and improve your credibility. From formal business Interviews to an honors lunch- these tips will help you make a good first impression.

Patricia McKenna-Grant	Keeping Yourself Well: Tips for Student Leaders	GSU 335
	Tired? Burnt out? Feeling ineffective? This session will provide tips to leaders on being well and staying well! From proper sleep and nutrition to basic stress reduction techniques, this session will provide a broad range of tips on how to keep yourself balanced.

Megan Houlihan & Robert King	Leadership & Group Dynamics	GSU WCC
	Have you ever wondered why certain groups grow and develop while others falter or become stagnant. Well come have a fun discussion about leadership and group dynamics and how leadership affects the legacy of an organization. Discuss and Review the stages of Group formation and complete a challenging group exercise.

Mala Matacin	Leading with Spirituality	GSU 345
	In this workshop, we will consider the differences between spirituality and religion. Participants will be given the opportunity to explore their own sense of spirituality as leaders through guided imagery/meditation, journaling, and small and large group sharing.
Noon	Lunch Break
	Pizza Lunch	GSU Café

12:50pm	Session Block #3
Randy Haveson	Tapping Into Your True Potential	GSU Café
	Randy Haveson has been impacting the lives of young adults nationwide since 1986. As a licensed therapist with an M.A. in Counseling, he is in a unique position to hear and understand a wide range of issues from substance abuse to depression and self-image.*Sigma Alpha Pi “pending members” will need to sign in on the attendance sheet to receive 1-DVD/Speaker credit. Highlights include: Score with strengths Tackle teamwork Go deep for success

Glenn Winfree	Okay, Can You Please See the World Though My Lens? Pt. 1	GSU WCC
	This workshop will explore how we perceive the world around us, and how our differing perceptions impact our personal and professional relationships. Participants will get an introduction to Process Communication Management. Process Communication is an innovative tool which enables you to understand, motivate, and communicate more effectively with others. You will learn how to connect with others, communicate more effectively and ensure cooperative relationships with those with whom you interact. People have experienced greater success and power in their personal and professional lives after learning and applying the principles of Process Communication.

Susan Fitzgerald	Let’s Zoom	GSU 345
	I need 30 creative and team oriented students for this interactive session. You'll work together to solve a puzzle. It's fun and challenging. You can only "zoom" once so only first time players please.

David Kelly	Leading Though Communication Technology	GSU 335
	A discussion of the benefits and pitfalls of using various forms of electronic communication, such as mass email, text messages, blogs, web sites, wikis to lead, or collaborate among, a large group of people. A demonstration of free resources available on line such as wikis and blogs that can be incorporated into a web site.

DeLois Lindsey	Community Service	GSU 331

1:50pm	Session Block #4
Dr. Joe Martin Katie Roy	Leadership Training Day, Pt 1	GSU Café
	*Required for Sigma Alpha Pi “pending members” to attend. Sign in on attendance sheet to receive credit.

Glenn Winfree	Okay, Can You Please See the World Though My Lens? Pt 2	GSU WCC

Jennifer Sanborn Chelsea Walton	The Women’s Education and Leadership Fund: You Bring the Ideas, We’ll Bring the Funds	GSU 331
	WELFund provides grants to students, staff and faculty with innovative ideas to enhance women's educational and leadership opportunities. In this session, you'll learn about WELFund as a resource for you, and gain valuable experience in the grant-request process: idea conception, proposal writing, budget development, and interpreting the decision of the board. You just might leave with the seeds of a successful project already in place!

Felecia Bumpus	The Many Faces of Leadership	GSU 341
	This session will allow the participants to self disclose about the many faces of leadership we face each and every day. They will learn how to face challenges as a student leader with the pending outcome that help and assistance can be found in some uncommon places, each other. Leadership cannot be defined by the position you hold but by the convictions you have as a leader. The participants will learn that it is important that they believe in themselves as leaders before others will believe in them. “The Many Faces of Leadership” will help each participant to explore the diversity of leadership. “In complete darkness we are all the same. It’s when our knowledge and wisdom that separate us; don’t let your eyes deceive you.” Janet Jackson.

2:40pm	Snack Break
	Coca-Cola and Cookies	GSU Suisman L

2:50pm	Session Block #5
Dr. Joe Martin Katie Roy	Leadership Training Day, Pt 2	GSU Café

Kevin Cremona	Student Government: What We Can Do For You & other members of SGA	GSU 335
	This session is presented by the executive board of the Student Government Association. It is going to consist of three parts. The first is a detailed explanation of our role as your student government. The second is a Q& A section about what we do and how we do it. The third is what you as student leaders want out of student government.

Dan Leibovitz	Lead to Succeed	GSU 331
	Men’s Basketball Head Coach Leibovitz speaks to the importance of mentors in the lives of leaders. This is an interactive session that explores leadership qualities in students and effective leadership styles. Discussion of leadership challenges on and off the basketball court, dealing with adversity and leading to win. Team up with Coach Leibovitz!

Rebecca Townsend	Say it Well (And Make it Matter)	GSU WCC
	Description: Whatever you need to say, at least say it well--and make it matter to your listeners. In this workshop, you will learn strategies for creating effective speeches that get you noticed for the right reasons. In addition to learning tips for audience analysis, organization, and delivery, you will get a chance to make the information your own by designing and practicing an "elevator speech" for chance meetings.

3:50pm	Closing Session
	Walter Harrison/Lee Peters	GSU Café

4:30pm	Evaluations & Certificate Distribution	GSU Café