August | Week 4 |
September | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5
October | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4
November | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5
December| Week 1 | Week 2
January | Week 3 | Week 4
February| Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4
March | Week 1 | Week 2| Week 4 | Week 5
April | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Complete List of Workshops

AUGUST Week 4

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Monday, August 31, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Everyone has an opinion about leaders and what constitutes effective leadership. Everyone can be a leader and most of us will be called upon to lead at one time or another. Start or continue your leadership journey with this introductory session to the GOLD program and to the fascinating world of leadership concepts, myths, and possibilities.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Time Management (Bronze) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Monday August 31, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

As an involved and active student, it can be challenging to fulfill the responsibilities of both the "student" and the "leader" parts of your life! This session, facilitated by an active student leader, will provide tips and strategies on reconfiguring your time to effectively balance your academic, social, and leadership lives.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

SEPTEMBER Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5

Personal Development Session (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Make an appointment with GOLD Leader Mentor Staff
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Silver) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, September 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Stephen Covey developed a plan for building true success and personal leadership. This workshop will help you understand, through examples and a self-test, your strengths and weaknesses within each of the seven habits of highly effective people. This process should help clarify your vision and values and align your life with these timeless Covey principles.
Instructor: Dr. Elizabeth Hall, Assistant Professor, Shear School of Education [back to top]

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, September 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, September 1, 4:00-5:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

.Everyone has an opinion about leaders and what constitutes effective leadership. Everyone can be a leader and most of us will be called upon to lead at one time or another. Start or continue your leadership journey with this introductory session to the GOLD program and to the fascinating world of leadership concepts, myths, and possibilities.

Volunteer Fair (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, September 2, 10:00 am-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Lobby & Ballroom

Representatives from college and community organizations will be present to recruit volunteers and explain their programs and services. Students involved in the GOLD program and the Sapphire Certificate Program should attend and visit with as many organizations as possible in order to discover the range of possibilities for volunteer involvement. Sapphire students will need to complete additional paper work and submit a reflection.
Hosted by: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism and Service Learning [back to top]

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, September 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Assertiveness Training (Silver) or (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, September 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Do you often say "yes" when you really want to say "no?" Is it difficult for you to speak up for yourself? If so, come to the Assertiveness Training workshop where you'll learn about the differences between assertiveness and aggression, have a chance to assess your own assertiveness level, and learn new skills.
Instructor: Wendi Kinney, Coordinator of Greek Affairs and Off-Campus Living [back to top]

Group Dynamics (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, September 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This session will help you understand how groups interact and work with each other. The session will focus on the group process, roles that people play, strategies for interacting effectively in any group situation and resolving problems to become a high achieving organization.
Instructor: Kimberly Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

SEPTEMBER Week 2 | Week 1 | Week 3 | Week 4| Week 5

Is It Your Job or Your Passion? Visioning Your Future (Silver) or (Emerald)
Tuesday, September 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union Room, Room 114

Is it possible to create a job that meets all of your interests, makes you want to come to work every day? Learn how to take your vision and map your future.
Instructor: Marilyn Moore, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics [back to top]

True Colors: What Color Are You? (Silver) or (Emerald)
Tuesday, September 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

In building relationships with members of your organization or team, you help others to connect and recognize how personality plays a role in the overall effectiveness of your team. This workshop will examine various personality assessment tools, look at ways in which personality effects relationships and work-style; and provide suggestions for using these tools to create a stellar team that works collaboratively based on individual assets.
Instructor: Kimberly Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

SMART Goals (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, September 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Goals should be Specific, Measurable, Action-oriented, Relevant and Time-bound. Participants will learn how to create SMART goals and use them effectively to establish priorities that meet the needs of a group or organization.
Instructor: Tamara H. Kenney, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct and Community Standards [back to top]

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, September 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

What is Civic Engagement? (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, September 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Engaging in one's community includes personal action to join a group that is interesting to you, work on a cause that you are passionate about, help with community projects, participate in local political party activities, or simply serve on the planning or clean up committee for a community event. Practicing civic leadership develops from engaging with others in the leadership process.
Instructor: Dr. David Parfitt, Director, Teaching & Learning Center [back to top]

Time Management (Bronze) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, September 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

.As an involved and active student, it can be challenging to fulfill the responsibilities of both the "student" and the "leader" parts of your life! This session, facilitated by an active student leader, will provide tips and strategies on reconfiguring your time to effectively balance your academic, social, and leadership lives.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

Presentation Skills (Silver Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, September 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
Welles 24

This workshop is designed to help students learn how to develop effective speeches and presentations, work on strategies to overcome fear of speaking in public, and utilize resources to make effective presentations.
Instructor: Dr. Andrew Herman, Associate Professor, Department of Communication [back to top]

Hidden Meanings:..Deciphering Body Language (Bronze)
Wednesday, September 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Are you certain about your academic or career plans? Do you need some direction? Career Services staff will help you uncover your competencies, interests, skills and values, and the role those traits will play in your life after Geneseo. Participants will be required to complete the FOCUS series of assessments prior to class. You will be introduced to the career decision-making process and goal-setting and will learn how to research career opportunities. There's so much you can do to smooth the path from campus to career. Let us help you identify your options! (First and second year students, please look for your Career Quest program in the spring semester).

Instructors: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor in Career Services and Liz Seager, Assistant Director of Career Services [back to top]

ILeadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Monday, September 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Monday, September 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Volunteerism, Engagement, and Service (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, September 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Volunteerism is an active form of exercising leadership for the common good. This session is an introduction to volunteerism, community engagement, and service learning. You will learn a conceptual framework for volunteer service and explore the myriad of opportunities to volunteer in the Geneseo and Greater Livingston and Monroe County area or the Livingston County CARES programs and projects in Harrison County, Mississippi. Learn how to get the most out of your volunteer experience by choosing a volunteer and service opportunity that will benefit you, as well as the recipients.
Instructor: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism and Service Learning [back to top]

Servant Leadership (Sapphire) or (Diamond) or (Gold)
Tuesday, September 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Robert K. Greenleaf defined servant leadership as the natural feeling by an individual to serve first and everything else will fall into place. This leadership model values the education, inspiration and development of others as we will see the connection as we explore the classic story of The Giving Tree and the direct relationship it has with servant leadership.
Instructor: Tamara H. Kenney, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct and Community Standards [back to top]

Preparing Your Resume (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, September 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Got a resume? If not, this workshop will help you get started. A review of resume content and structure will be followed by a question and answer period to address any questions concerning how to write and produce a professional resume.
Instructor: Jerry Wrubel, Director, Career Services [back to top]

Stress Management (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, September 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Introduction to Design for Fliers & Promotional Materials (Bronze)
Wednesday, September 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Ever needed a quick flier for an event or project and didn"t have the budget for a professional designer? Learn about basic design principles to make your publicity a success no matter what software you use!
Instructor: Kristen Fuest, Student Association Graphics Coordinator [back to top]

New Student Employees Session (Emerald)
Wednesday, September 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

This session is an orientation session for new students who are working for the first time at the College either in Work Study or Temporary Service positions. A panel of administrators and staff will provide basic information and advice on how to become a successful employee.
Panel: Dr.Leonard Sancilio, Dean of Students; Julie Briggs, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources; Susan Chichester, Chief Information Officer & Director, CIT; Rick Cole, Federal Work Study Coordinator; Andrea DiGiorgio, Student Employment Coordinator; Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development and Training; & Jerry Wrubel, Director, Career Services [back to top]

Student Organization Expo (Bronze)
Wednesday, September 16, 1:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

Each semester the Student Organization Expo, sponsored by the College Union & Activities Department, provides an opportunity for new and returning students to talk to leaders of student organizations and volunteer for membership. New students in the GOLD program may earn bronze certificate credit by registering for this program, obtaining a special form at the GOLD Student Organization Expo Fair table, and visit at least ten specific organizations. Participation in student organizations is an expectation of students earning leadership certificates.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

SEPTEMBER Week 4 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3| Week 5

The Role of Student Organizations in Promoting the Values of Diversity and Community (Silver) (Opal)
Monday, September 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

The report Campus Life: In Search of Community, by the late former SUNY Chancellor Ernest Boyer, defined the fundamental elements of a highly functioning academic community. This workshop will examine the ways in which student organizations can demonstrate the values of diversity and community and contribute to Boyer's vision of a purposeful, just, open, disciplined, caring, and celebrative community.
Instructor: Dr. Robert Bonfiglio, Vice President, Student & Campus Life [back to top]

Who Moved My Cheese? (Silver)
Monday, September 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

We all get comfortable with routine and many of us like to repeat things and do things the way we did them last year. However, change happens and we have to be flexible and ready to adapt to new situations. This workshop is based on the best-selling book, Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, author and consultant to major corporations. Learn what they are teaching corporate executives about dealing with change in work and in life.
Instructor: Wendi Kinney, Coordinator of Greek Affairs and Off-Campus Living [back to top]

Planning Programs and Major Events (Bronze)
Monday, September 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

You may be called upon to take charge of event planning for your student organization and for a future employer. Regardless of the size or type of event, the planning and execution of events requires careful preparation and good strategy (and a lot of organization!). You might find yourself asking: Which comes first, the program or the room? Who should do the planning? How far in advance do we make arrangements? How much money do we need? Who does the setup for the event? Where do I go for help? This session is a must for anyone planning any type of event. Come and learn the basics of program planning such as knowing when and where to do a program, promoting an event on a shoestring, planning for the comfort of your audience, hosting a guest speaker or artist, and evaluating the program. Two professionals at SUNY Geneseo who spend a great deal of time and energy planning events for the campus community will teach this workshop.
Instructors: Carey Backman, Associate Director, College Union & Activities; and Andrea Klein, Director, Campus Scheduling & Events [back to top]

Create Podcasts and Enhanced Podcasts with Apple's GarageBand (Ruby)
Monday, September 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
South Hall Room 328

An enhanced podcast is a podcast multimedia format that allows artwork to be displayed in time with audio. This can be an effective way to present verbal information with illustrations and images.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Effective Promotion & Publicity (Bronze)
Tuesday, September 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

The success of any event or program is often determined by how it is publicized. In this session, open your creative mind and gain tools that will assist you in promoting events.
Instructor: Tom Rodgers, Director of Campus Life, St. John Fisher College [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Basics of Money Management (Bronze)
Tuesday, September 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

In today's economic environment, keeping your financial house in order can be a challenge. Learn the basics of money management and personal finance. Find out about the key do's and don'ts when it comes to achieving financial success. The session will address budgeting, debt management, saving and investing, and the power of compound interest.
Instructor: Dr. Michael Schinski, Interim Dean and Professor, School of Business [back to top]

Job Interviewing Skills (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, September 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Learn how to answer a variety of questions that you will most likely face during that moment of truth in your job search...the interview! Be prepared to learn and practice open-ended, opinion, and those all important Behavioral Based Interview questions to name a few.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor in Career Services and Liz Seager, Assistant Director in Career Services [back to top]

Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, September 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Running an effective and efficient meeting is the key to getting your members to keep coming back, and we'll give you tips on how to do just that! This program will address issues like agenda setting, necessary parliamentary procedure, committee meetings, and dealing with unruly members.
Instructor: Barbara Stewart, Lecturer, Mathematics Department [back to top]

Identity Expression (Opal Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, September 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

Everyone has multiple identities. This session will demonstrate how people express their different identities and provide a new understanding of the wide range of diversity that exists in our daily interactions with other people.
Instructor: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Coordinator, Multicultural Programs & Services [back to top]

Community Mapping (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, September 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Networking/Informational Interviewing Strategies (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, September 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Nearly every day of your life you have an opportunity to make connections and build relationships. The people you know and even people you don't know can influence the direction your life may take. If you don't know how to talk to people about your future, then this workshop is for you. Come and learn how to introduce yourself (even to those you know) and what questions to ask to help you in your career decision making.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor, Career Services [back to top]

Write for Success (Bronze) or (Emerald)
Wednesday, September 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Finding Articles Efficiently (Ruby Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday September 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

In this introductory workshop, students will learn the basic mechanics of a database, which could include web engines like Google, the databases subscribed to by the Library, or a free database on the web. Students will discover helpful tips and strategies that are used in any kind of database to help improve their searches, find better resources, and save time. (This workshop was previously called ABCs of Database Searching).
Instructor: Michelle Costello, Library Faculty

Career Connections Brunch (Emerald)
Saturday, September 26, 10:00-11:30 am
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

Seeking opportunities to learn more about a particular career field through networking? Attend the 5th Annual Career Connections Brunch. This event will give current students the opportunity to network with Geneseo alumni and learn about their career experiences. The Career Connections Brunch will help students develop their networking skills, gain career advice, and be better prepared for life after Geneseo. The deadline for registering and holding a seat at this event is September 18th. Sponsored by Career Services, Activities Commission, GOLD, and Alumni Relations.
Facilitator: Liz Seager, Assistant Director, Career Services [back to top]

SEPTEMBER Week 5 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: Personal Branding (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, September 28, 12:00-1:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Explore the connection between the Aristotelian Philosophy of "Always be true to yourself" and creating a positive personal image and reputation. Hear the stories from another highly successful and influential graduate of Geneseo who has moved up the corporate ladder but keeps himself grounded in reality while helping others make honest and ethical decisions.
Special Guest Instructor: Louis Sapirman, Class of '91, Associate General Counsel, The Dun & Bradstreet Corporation [back to top]

Creating a Climate of Care (Bronze)
Monday, September 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Does your organization or life feel sticky? Trust is the glue that bonds great people, processes, and environments in order to ensure long-term success. Based on the book, The Speed of Trust, by Stephen M.R. Covey, this workshop will explore the first three waves of trust--self trust, relationship trust, and organizational trust. Trust impacts us 24/7, 365 days a year, so come join this lively discussion as we look into how we can make trust the core of our personal and professional lives.
Instructor: Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

From Page to Press to Peer Review (Ruby Certificate Requirement)
Monday, September 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

All information is not created equal. During the publishing cycle, scholarly information goes through intense scrutiny. Understanding the ins and outs of scholarly publishing allows the researcher to select appropriate material for university-level work. Learn what constitutes scholarliness, what is meant by "peer reviewed/refereed," and how to find scholarly sources. (This workshop was previously called Scholarly Publication Cycle).
Instructor: Tracy Paradis, Library Faculty [back to top]

FISH! (Silver)
Tuesday, September 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union 319

FISH! Catch the energy and release the potential. This interactive and fun workshop will review the four simple principles of the national bestseller FISH: Choose to make today a great day; Play, be serious about your work but make it fun; Be there, take the time to be present in your interactions with others; Make another's day by offering a helping hand or a word of encouragement.
Instructor: Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union & Activities [back to top]

Situational Leadership (Gold)
Tuesday, September 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Problem Solving (Bronze) or (Sapphire) or (Diamond)
Tuesday, September 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Have you ever played the "whack-a-mole" game? In this session, you will learn a methodology to solve problems so that you do not feel as if you are constantly hitting the same concerns only in different areas. We will discuss the process in detail and have some fun at the same time.
Instructor: Barbara Wale, Class of '75, Chief Operating Officer, ARC of Monroe County

Civic Engagement Project with Developmentally Challenged Adults (Diamond)
Tuesday, September 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

This workshop will provide information to students interested in working with Developmentally Challenged Adults in the Day Services Program located in the Doty Building. There will be opportunities to learn about how you might relate your specific major to this unique and interesting civic engagement project.
Instructors: Deanna Richards, Project Chair & Alex Coots, Co-Chair and GOLD Leader Mentor

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, September 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Discover the Seven Secrets of Schmoozing Success (Silver) or (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, September 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Personal Finance Series: Financing Your Life (Bronze)
Wednesday, September 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

In this day and age knowing your FICO is imperative to living a comfortable life. Don't understand what FICO is? Come and learn from a professional that is well-versed in the financial world. It is so important that your money is well managed and monitored and that you take charge of your life and your bank account.
Instructor: Bonnie Swanson, Assistant Vice President, Key Bank [back to top]

Quickly Finding Quality Information on the Web (Ruby Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, September 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 109

In today's world, the Internet is the information tool used most often, yet students frequently complain about not finding reliable, information-rich websites despite hours of searching. In this session, students will learn to find "hidden" web pages, and become skeptical investigators and sophisticated searchers. (This workshop was previously called C.S.I.: Critically Searching the Internet).
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

OCTOBER Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Personal Development Session (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Make an appointment with GOLD Leader Mentor Staff
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

The Value of Ethics in All Facets of Business, Science, Technology, Public Relations & Government (Gold) (Business PD Event)
Monday, October 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Ethical behavior may seem difficult but pays off in every career. Our guest presenters will work through real world examples of ethical dilemmas with a variety of attendees. The presenters draw upon experiences in endeavors including management of government operations, communications, advising bio tech and IT start up enterprises, managing sales and operations of a national manufacturer, as well as serving as lead negotiator in several M&A transactions.
Guest Presenter: Mark S. Kane MBA, Class of '80; The Kane Firm CPA PC; President, Column of Hope and Lawrence B. Kane, Post Manager, Utica, NY Office, Social Security Administration [back to top]

Strategic Planning (Silver)
Monday, October 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

With so much organizational turnover each year, it's hard to have consistency unless you have a strategic plan in place. This workshop expands on students' already existing goal-setting knowledge by introducing them to strategic planning and challenging them to let their strategic plan become their legacy. Students will be guided through the process of developing a mission statement and vision and will learn how to use these as tools for long-term planning. They will also better understand the impact long-term planning has on the viability and success of an organization.
Instructor: Carey Backman, Associate Director, College Union & Activities [back to top]

Graduate School Application Planning (Emerald)
Monday, October 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Each year over 40% of Geneseo's new graduates enroll in graduate school full-time for the following fall (the average rate nationally is 24%). This session will provide strategies on how to identify schools and programs as well as an overview of the application process.
Instructor: Jerry Wrubel, Director, Career Services [back to top]

Microsoft PowerPoint: Create Multimedia and Hypermedia Presentations (Ruby)
Monday, October 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Bring your MS PowerPoint presentations to life by replacing your bullet slides with graphic-rich slides. Learn how to create graphically enhanced slides, with complimenting animation to emphasize points, links, and buttons in your presentation.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Developing Inter-Group Relationships (Opal Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Monday, October 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

Having the ability to interact with people of different backgrounds is a process. It depends on our awareness and comfort level with diverse groups. This workshop will examine our relationships with individuals different from ourselves.
Instructor: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Coordinator, Multicultural Programs & Services [back to top]

BaFa BaFa (Opal) or (Gold)
Tuesday, October 6, 2:00-3:30 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

BaFa BaFa is a game designed to help people understand the challenges of social interaction across cultural groups. This highly interactive game has been used by thousands of groups all over the world to teach an appreciation of group differences and cross-cultural conflicts. Encourage some of your friends and group members to join you for this exciting and fun game.
Instructors: Dr. Celia Easton, Dean for Residential Living & Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Coordinator, Multicultural Programs & Services [back to top]

Leadership Styles (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, October 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Each individual has a leadership style that he/she prefers to use and to follow. It is valuable to recognize that different situations call for different leadership styles. In this interactive workshop you will learn about different leadership styles and you will review some of the effective uses of these leadership styles.
Instructor: Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union & Activities [back to top]

Working with the Brady Bunch: How Birth Order Affects You and Your Organization (Silver)
Tuesday, October 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Come and learn how to manage your "Brady Bunch" by understanding the impact that birth order has on you and the members of your organization. Birth order can help you understand all the players and can be a tool in motivating and organizing your group to meet your goals.
Instructor: Tamara H. Kenney, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct and Community Service [back to top]

Time Management (Bronze) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, October 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

As an involved and active student, it can be challenging to fulfill the responsibilities of both the "student" and the "leader" parts of your life! This session, facilitated by an active student leader, will provide tips and strategies on reconfiguring your time to effectively balance your academic, social, and leadership lives.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

Learn to Facilitate Deliberative Dialogues (Opal)
Wednesday, October 7, 2:00-4:00 pm [2-hour time block]
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Deliberative Dialoguing is a technique that allows people with differing viewpoints to reach common ground, i.e., find those points on which they agree without trying to persuade or coerce each other to change their basic stances. Deliberative Dialogues (DDs) use a specific structure and a trained facilitator to keep discussions on track. DDs are successful as one-time events, for class discussions on controversial topics, and for organizations making decisions. Facilitators who are trained at this workshop are welcome to assist with campus-wide DDs, as well as using the techniques in other settings.
Instructors: Dr. Robert Owens, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Communicative Disorders & Sciences and Joe VanRemmen, Inspector, University Police
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Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, October 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

This workshop is designed to help students learn how to develop effective speeches and presentations, work on strategies to overcome fear of speaking in public, and utilize resources to make effective presentations.
Instructor: Dr. Joe Bulsys, Associate Professor, Department of Communication [back to top]

Finding Primary Sources (Ruby)
Wednesday, October 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 109

Finding first-hand accounts of events from previous centuries can be a real challenge. Using scenarios from Renaissance Europe, 18th century Native American history, 19th century Civil War history, and World War II Germany, participants will use the tools and skills needed to find published diaries, letters, documents, articles, etc. We will also examine unpublished primary sources from our own archives to get a feel for what kinds of documents you can expect to find in the archives of the world.
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

OCTOBER Week 2 | Week 1 | Week 3 | Week 4

Using the Path-Goal Approach to Leading (Gold) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, October 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Different leadership approaches are suitable to different situations. This session will cover some of the major concepts of the Path-Goal approach and help you determine strategies for what might work best for you in a variety of leadership situations.
Instructor: Dr. Avan Jassawalla, Associate Professor, Jones School of Business [back to top]

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, October 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

What makes someone a "good listener?" Think of his/her characteristics. What can prevent someone from listening carefully? This session will examine listening skills and offer ways to improve them.
Instructor: Tamara H. Kenney, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct and Community Standards [back to top]

Crucial Conversations: How to Say it the Right Way! (Bronze)
Wednesday, October 14, 7:00-8:00 pm
Suffolk Hall Main Lounge

Come learn how to master crucial conversation skills at home, work and at play. Relationships are a priority of life, and conversations are a crucial element in maintaining those relationships. Learn some helpful tips in mastering those crucial conversations and the power of dialogue with style.
Instructors: Kim Bilinski, Area Coordinator Ontario & Seneca Halls, and Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

Women in Leadership: Geneseo Alumnae Success Stories (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, October 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Join highly acclaimed alumnae whose backgrounds include health care, finance and capital investments, marketing and public relations, and international business. These panelists will discuss their professional and personal experiences and share the lessons learned along the way, reflecting on how gender influenced their careers. This program is cosponsored by Women's Leadership Institute, Klainer Center for Women & Business and GOLD.

Moderator: Lynn (Doell) Manning, Class of '79, Vice President of Administration and Human Resources at Research Foundation of SUNY.

Panelists: Amelia (Alberghini) Angella, Class of '96, stay-at-home mom after working in business; Kathleen (Aciero) Baron, Class of '83, Consulatant at Arnzen Group; Dr. Lisa (Tuttle) Berls, Class of '95, Dentist in Clifton, NY; Kimberly Haussman, Class of '95, President & Controller of MLB Advanced Media. [back to top]

Got Talent? (Emerald)
Monday, October 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

StrengthsQuest, Gallup's strengths development program for college-age students, will give you the opportunity to understand your strengths and build on your greatest talents -- the way in which you most naturally think, feel, and behave as a unique individual. Maximize your potential for strengths by building on your talents rather than focusing on your weaknesses. This is an introductory workshop to StrengthsQuest. Prior to the workshop, you will be assigned an access code for completion of the instrument.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor, Career Services [back to top]

Social Change Model of Leadership (Sapphire) or (Gold) or (Diamond)
Monday, October 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Do you aspire to be a change agent to make a difference in the world? The Social Change Model of Leadership will help you understand the basics of social change and the role that leaders and followers play in the process of making changes for the common good.
Instructor: Wendi Kinney, Coordinator, Greek Affairs & Off-Campus Living

Citing Sources in the Social Sciences (Ruby)
Monday, October 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Citations and other format related issues are a critical yet time consuming part of any research
paper. Learn how to quickly and efficiently use the APSA, ASA, and American Antiquity styles, and learn where to find information on other styles important to citations in the Social Sciences.
Instructors: Tom Ottaviano and Michelle Costello, Library Faculty [back to top]

Who Knows You: Speed Networking on the Clock (Bronze) or (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, October 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

So you think you can network? Come learn some basic networking techniques and put them to practice during this workshop. Participants will beat the clock by engaging in speed networking to put those skills to practice.
Instructors: Garry Morgan, Area Coordinator for North Village, Wyoming and Putnam Halls [back to top]

OCTOBER Week 3 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 4

Reflecting on Your College Experience and Marketing Your Skills (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, October 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

This session will focus on helping you build your career at Geneseo and prepare for life after college. Learn how to identify what you've accomplished as a student and employee and how to market it to future employers for other jobs on or off campus.
Instructor: Liz Seager, Assistant Director of Career Services [back to top]

Teambuilding (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, October 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Teambuilding is critical to the success of any grop that must work together. This session will cover the appropriate sequencing of activities and some basic tools for developing and enhancing teamwork. This workshop is an active learning session.
Instructors: Gold Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

Rights and Responsibilities of Volunteers (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

As a volunteer you have rights and responsibilities. This session will provide you with both a set of expectations for you as a volunteer and expectations from the people that direct your volunteer work. You will learn the basic do's and don'ts of volunteer work.
Instructor: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism & Service Learning [back to top]

Locating Internships (Emerald)
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Internships are becoming increasingly important when competing for positions after graduation. This workshop is designed to help you get started on the search for an internship. The session will cover locating and applying for internships, including a brief overview of resumes and cover letters. Applying for college credit will also be discussed. Come and get an overview of launching a successful search.
Instructor: Andrea DiGiorgio, Coordinator, Student Employment Service [back to top]

A New Look At Diversity (Gold Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

So much of the history of this country is steeped in black and white that we often forget that diversity is all around us. Even at Geneseo! In this workshop participants step out of the race/ethnicity paradigm to examine cultural diversity from a new point of view. Two highly interactive activities will help bring us to a new understanding and we'll have LOTS of fun, too.
Instructor: Dr. Robert Owens, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Communicative Disorders [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Navigating the Credit Road (Bronze)
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Understanding the ins and outs of credit can be like trying to fight your way through a treacherous maze. One wrong move or turn can lead to disastrous consequences with long-lasting effects. Navigating the Credit Road leads students through the process of establishing and maintaining good credit without becoming burdened by debt. Learn how to order your credit report for free from the annual credit reporting service, read and understand the information in your credit file, how credit scores work, what things affect your credit score, how to establish and maintain good credit without going into debt, and how to live a lifestyle that uses good debt instead of bad debt.
Instructor: Chad Reflin, Director Credit Education Bureau of Rochester [back to top]

Searching the Scientific Literature (Ruby)
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

This workshop will introduce you to a variety of resources available through Milne Library that are useful for finding scholarly information in the sciences. We will show you where to find data, peer reviewed articles and other information necessary to complete your latest term paper or independent research project. Learn about the most effective search methods, and discover some tips and tricks to get the most out of these resources.
Instructor: Bonnie Swoger, Library Faculty [back to top]

Emerging Leaders Institute (Bronze)
Wednesdays, October 21, 28, November 4 & 11, 3:00-4:30 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

The Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) is a program designed for students who are sophomores, juniors, or transfers currently involved in student organizations and campus activities. ELI will help students gain valuable knowledge and skills that will aid them in future leadership positions on campus. ELI is a group process and participants are expected to register for and attend ALL four sessions. Topics to be covered include: goal setting and getting results; communication and problem solving; motivation and teambuilding; running effective meetings; leadership styles; ethical leadership; managing your stress and time; and diversity and leadership. Students completing this program and the required journal reflections will earn Bronze certificates.
Instructors: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development and Training; Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union & Activities; and GOLD Student Leader Mentors [back to top]

Oxfam Hunger Banquet (Opal)
Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: MacVittie College Union Ballroom

What does the global hunger problem look like from the perspective of those living it? This banquet, part of Cultural Harmony Week, will allow guests to simulate the different world income levels and gain a better understanding of global poverty and hunger. Some food provided. $5.00 donation at the door or in advance at College Union tables October 19-21. [back to top]

La Gringa Performance (Opal)
Thursday, October 22, 7:00-9:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

[NOTE: There is a charge for this play! It is $2 for students, a ticket will be required for entrance. Tickets will be sold beginning Wednesday, October 14th in the College Union Lobby, from 11 am - 2:00 pm]

Presented by Repertorio Español "La Gringa" tells the story of native New Yorker, Maria, who travels to Puerto Rico for the first time in search of her roots. Excited about seeing her "homeland" and a family she has never known, her over-enthusiasm translates into peculiar and suspicious behavior to her Puerto Rican family. Repertorio Español was founded in 1968 to introduce the best of Latin American, Spanish and Hispanic-American theatre in distinctive, quality productions, and to bring theatre to a broad audience in New York City and across the country, including seniors, students and Hispanics of all national backgrounds [back to top].

OCTOBER Week 4 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3

The Job Search (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, October 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This workshop is designed for juniors and seniors beginning their professional job search. A typical job search for a college senior takes 3-6 months to land that first professional position in a field related to their major. Attend this workshop to learn about job search tools, plans and strategies to get you started. We will discuss the importance of having a clear assessment of your interests, skills, values and goals and the typical steps you will take in developing your job search plan. You will also learn about the resources available in the Career Services office and beyond.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor, Career Services [back to top]

Microsoft Word: Create Professional Resumes and Papers Using Microsoft Word (Ruby) (Business PD Event)
Monday, October 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

How do I line up text? How can I keep my paragraphs looking the same throughout my document? Is there a way to line up my decimals? Successful document layout requires a proper understanding of how and when to use the assortment of MS Word's paragraph formatting tools. Come and learn how to effectively use tabs, indents, tables and styles.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Crucial Confrontations: Where Do You Stand? (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Monday, October 26, 7:00-8:00 pm
Livingston Hall Main Lounge

Learn practical and effective tools to not only improve your individual performance, but your organization's overall success. At times there may be breakdown in your relationships at work or home. This workshop will address how to break through and master the art of maintaining effective communication and relationships with others in your life.
Instructor: Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

Job Search Letters (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, October 27, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

I have to write a cover letter? Where do I begin? Job searching is an exciting and overwhelming process. Whether you're starting a full-time job search, seeking an internship, or looking for a part-time job, at some point you'll need to write a cover letter, a thank you letter and professional emails. This session covers the practical guidelines for writing professional cover letters that will help you secure an interview. In addition, thank you letters, professional email, and handling these issues in the electronic age will be discussed.
Instructor: Liz Seager, Assistant Director of Career Services [back to top]

Becoming a Change Agent through Transformational Leadership (Gold)
Tuesday, October 27, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Transformational leaders make a difference. How do you move from mere transactions to transformation? Learn about the theory and practice of Transformational Leadership and become an agent for positive change.
Instructor: Kimberly Harvey, Assistant Director, Residence Life [back to top]

Civic Engagement Immersion Project-Phase I: Preparation (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, October 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Leaders recognize they are part of a larger social community, and any problems of that community are therefore also problems for the individual leader. This workshop will help prepare you for your upcoming Civic Engagement Immersion Project. We will help you define the nature of the service you will be doing in your project, and how that service project meets the public good. We will discuss how the community has been consulted prior to beginning your project, and how the community partner should be viewed as an equal partner to your education as opposed to a "server-client" relationship. At the end of this workshop you will have a plan for crossing the campus-community boundary to begin your service project.
Instructors: Dr. David Parfitt, Director of the Teaching and Learning Center and Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training
[back to top]

Researching Communicative Disorders (Ruby)
Wednesday, October 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Subject specific research tends to use a variety of resources unfamiliar to students. From powerful databases, to the often overlooked print resources, this workshop will aid participants in their search for information on Communicative Disorders.
Instructor: Tom Ottaviano, Library Faculty [back to top]

Ethical Dilemmas in Leadership & Business (Sapphire) or (Gold) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, October 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

When do the ends justify the means? Just how ethical do you need to be? Who is the leader responsible to for his/her actions? Are results all that matter? What actions are appropriate and which go beyond the ethical parameters? These are the questions begging for attention by the American business and professional world. The instructor has extensive experience with one of the major auditing firms and will help you think through how you will answer the questions in your current and future leadership roles.
Instructor: John Thorne, Pricewaterhouse Coopers Partner (Retired) [back to top]

Does Your Person Attend SUNY Geneseo? A Creative and Insightful Twist on Guess Who? (Opal)
Wednesday, October 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Do you think your colleagues make assumptions about others based on appearance? Come play a game of Guess Who with a stereotypical spin. We will also discuss and devise tactics to minimize the effect these stereotypes and prejudices have on the interactions we have with other students.
Instructor: Garry Morgan, Area Coordinator for North Village, Wyoming and Putnam Halls [back to top]

Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, October 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Emerging Leaders Institute (Bronze)
Wednesday, October 28, 3:00-4:30 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Personal Development Session (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Make an appointment with GOLD Leader Mentor Staff
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: Insights from the Front Lines (GOLD)
Monday, November 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

At Geneseo, Ira Shinske majored in elementary education and psychology and taught in NYC, joined the U.S. State Department Bureau of Diplomatic Security and presently works for the Transportation Security Agency. During his tenure with the U.S. State Department he accompanied Secretary of State Madeline Albright and United Nations Ambassador Bill Richardson during their trips abroad. After 9-11 Shinske became Assistant Special Agent in Charge for the Federal Air Marshal Service in New York responsible for the daily activities of 25 air marshals. His stories are fascinating and filled with leadership insights. Learn some tips and tools from a leader on the front lines.
Special Guest Instructor: Ira Shinske, Class of '83, Federal Air Marshal, United States Transportation Security Administration [back to top]

Work Ready Protocol: How to Deliver Soft Skills (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, November 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

You've learned how to market your skills to get the job offer. Now, how do you deliver those skills to your employer to ensure early career success? Employers are surveyed each year regarding the skills they seek in new employees. Of those top ten skills, at least half are considered soft skills. This session will address how to apply your soft skills in the workplace. The concept of "soft power" and applying it to developing into an effective leader will also be discussed.
Instructor: Liz Seager, Assistant Director of Career Services [back to top]

Researching Local History (Ruby)
Monday, November 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Milne Library houses thousands of primary and secondary sources relating to the area's history, where students and outside researchers alike can explore everything from the role the Genesee Valley played in the history and growth of the country, to the tiniest details of daily life dating back more than 200 years. This workshop offers participants an introduction to Milne Library's treasure trove of local history sources, including tips on how to go beyond Milne's walls for additional sources.
Instructor: Liz Argentieri, Library Faculty [back to top]

Learning to Live with Conflict and the D.C. Beltway at Rush Hour (Silver) or (Sapphire)
(Business PD Event)
Tuesday, November 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

The Indirect Leader: How to Boss People Around without Being Bossy (Silver)
Tuesday, November 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Overtly directing people to attain a work or organizational objective (bossing) can backfire as a leadership tactic. Indirect leadership relies on shared vision and intrinsic motivation to achieving objectives. This workshop will compare direct and indirect leadership styles.
Instructor: Dr. Kenneth Kallio, Associate Professor, Psychology [back to top]

Teambuilding (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, November 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Teambuilding is critical to the success of any group that must work together. This session will cover the appropriate sequencing of activities and some basic tools for developing and enhancing teamwork. This workshop is an active learning session.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

Office Etiquette (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, November 4, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Working in an office requires employees to meet performance and behavior standards. Learn the six unforgivable mistakes to avoid in the workplace and the survival skills needed to become a valued and trusted employee.
Instructor: Julie Briggs, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources [back to top]

Civic Engagement Immersion Projects: Global Service Learning Programs (Diamond)
Wednesday, November 4, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Geneseo offers several opportunities for students to engage in international service. Panelist members will review and discuss the following programs: the two decade humanitarian service project in Coba, Quintana Roo, Mexico; the expanding service projects in El Sauce, Nicaragua; the H.O.P.E.development community internships and projects in Borgne, Haiti; and the most recent efforts to build relationships and programs in Ghana. Participants will have an opportunity to meet the program directors and to engage in further follow up discussions about possible individual or group projects that may be used to fulfill the requirements for the Diamond Civic Engagement Leadership Certificate.

Panelists: Dr. Ellen Kintz, Professor Emerita of Anthropology & Director of the Mexico project; Dr. Rose-Marie Chierici, Associate Professor & Chair of Anthropology and leader of the Haiti project; Dr. David Aagesen, Associate Professor of Geography and leader of the El Sauce project, and Rejoyce Owusu, GOLD Leader Mentor and leader of the Ghana project. [back to top]

Emotional Intelligence and Its Impact on Leadership (Silver) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, November 4, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

IQ and technical skills are entry-level qualifications, but it is emotional intelligence that leaders must possess to be successful. This session will include a video and substantive discussion on emotional intelligence and its impact on the practice of leadership. We will draw from Daniel Goleman's book on this topic. His research indicates that the most effective leaders have one important thing in common: they have a high degree of emotional intelligence.
Instructor: Dr. Avan Jassawalla, Assistant Professor, Jones School of Business [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Building Personal Wealth (Bronze)
Wednesday, November 4, 2:00-3:00 PM
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Learn from one of the nation's top 100 independent financial planners the tools and techniques to start you on the road to a more secure financial future. Learn how planners interact with clients to achieve goals through saving, asset allocation strategies, and managing income streams. Common terminology and the types of decisions you may need to make for your own future 401k's, 403b's, and Roth IRA's will be discussed.
Instructors: Mark Congdon, Class of '82, CFS, CLTC and Senior Partner, The Horizon Group; Tim Hammond, Class of '91, Junior Partner and Director of Client Services, The Horizon Group [back to top]

Advanced Google (Ruby)
Wednesday, November 4, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

This session will examine advanced Google features including searching exact phrases, synonyms, and Boolean operators. You'll learn how to use Google to perform math calculations, to define or translate words, to limit a search by document type, and to search pages within books. Additional topics include Google Earth, the Google Tool bar, Google Desktop, and Google Video. (This workshop used to be called Going Beyond Basic Google.)
Instructor: Rich Dreifuss, Library Faculty [back to top]

Emerging Leaders Institute (Bronze)
Wednesday, November 4, 3:00-4:30 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

.The Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) is a program designed for students who are sophomores, juniors, or transfers currently involved in student organizations and campus activities. ELI will help students gain valuable knowledge and skills that will aid them in future leadership positions on campus. ELI is a group process and participants are expected to register for and attend ALL four sessions. Topics to be covered include: goal setting and getting results; communication and problem solving; motivation and teambuilding; running effective meetings; leadership styles; ethical leadership; managing your stress and time; and diversity and leadership. Students completing this program and the required journal reflections will earn Bronze certificates.
Instructors: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development and Training; Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union & Activities; and GOLD Student Leader Mentors [back to top]

BaFa BaFa (Gold) or (Opal)
Wednesday, November4, 7:00-8:30 pm
Livingston Hall Main Lounge

BaFa BaFa is a game designed to help people understand the challenges of social interaction across cultural groups. This highly interactive game has been used by thousands of groups all over the world to teach an appreciation of group differences and cross-cultural conflicts. Encourage some of your friends and group members to join you for this exciting and fun game.
Instructor: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Coordinator, Multicultural Programs & Services

Lessons on Leadership: From Geneseo to Washington (Silver)
Monday, November 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Follow your dreams and do not be afraid of taking chances are the important lesions from our guest presenters, Sean Gavin and Elizabeth Mortenson. Both Geneseo graduates knew they wanted to try their hands at political work and both seized opportunities to work for members of congress. Gavin serves as Assistant to the Chief of Staff for Senator Gillibrand and Mortenson serves as a Legislative Assistant for Congressman Lee. Come hear their stories and get inspired to take changes and follow your dreams.
Special Guest Instructors: Sean Gavin, Class of '05, Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Senator Kristen Gillibrand; Elizabeth Mortenson, Class of '06, Legislative Assistant, Congressman Christopher Lee [back to top]

NOVEMBER Week 2 | Week 1 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Monday, November 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

What makes someone a "good listener" Think of his/her characteristics. What can prevent someone from listening carefully? This session will examine listening skills and offer ways to improve them.
Instructor: Sandy Glantz, Nurse Practitioner, Health & Counseling [back to top]

Grant Writing: "Show Me the Money" (Diamond)
Monday, November 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Agencies and foundations give away billions of dollars each year from donations or legacies that are held as endowments. The money is allocated to support a huge variety of causes and activities, but you have to know where to look and how to ask for it.
Instructor: Helen Thomas, Grants Writer, Sponsored Research [back to top]

Ethics and Laws of Online Information (Ruby Certificate Requirement)
Monday, November 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 109

Did you know there were laws governing how you can use the information you find on the internet? Students are constantly making ethical decisions and taking legal risks when using the internet. In this workshop, these issues will be explored using scenarios.
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Financing Grad School & Managing Student Loans (Bronze)
Tuesday, November 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Are you concerned about financing graduate school or what you need to do to manage paying off existing college loans? This session will help you prepare for managing your loans and other financial commitments after graduation.
Instructors: Anne Barton, Regional Director, Business Development, National Student Loan Program; Archie Cureton, Director of Financial Aid [back to top]

The Baby Mall Game: Will Money Make A Difference? (Opal) or (Silver)
Tuesday, November 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This game was created just as "The Human Genome Project" was making headline news. The game is a fun, interactive program that challenges participants to think critically about the many differences that make us who we are. Participants will be led through a simulated "Baby Mall" where they will be confronted with various issues, including ethics, classism, and racism.
Instructor: Dr. Terry Bazzett, Associate Professor, Psychology [back to top]

Cross-Cultural Problem Solving (Opal Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, November 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

This session will use a model created as a process for collaboratively understanding and addressing conflicts and issues related to difference, discrimination, and inter-group tensions in a school context. Learn to apply this model in solving cross-cultural problems.
Instructor: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Coordinator, Multicultural Programs & Services [back to top]

Networking Basics with Geneseo Alumni: Practicing in the Real World (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, November 10, 6:00-8:00 pm [2-HR Time Block]
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Are you intimidated by the very thought of building your professional network? This two-hour workshop is designed to get students started on becoming effective networkers by teaching the fundamentals of networking. During the first hour students will take away basic tools to master the art of networking. The second hour will bring students and Geneseo Alumni together to practice new networking skills for real! (Business professional or business casual dress is required). Sponsored by the Undergraduate Alumni Association and Career Services office.
Instructor: Liz Seager, Assistant Director in Career Services [back to top]

Leadership Identity Development (Gold Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, November 11, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

When did you first discover that there was such a thing as a leader? When did you decide that you could be a leader? When did you first experience leading? Can you remember what you did? Where do you think you are in the developmental process of leading? This session is based on the cutting edge research on leadership identity development published in November 2005 by the American College Personnel Association. It has been added to the requirements of the Gold Leadership Certificate to assist students in developing the required Personal Leadership Model.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Safe Zone Training (Silver) or (Opal)
Wednesday, November 11, 2:00-4:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This program is designed to develop a deeper awareness of and comfort level with sexual diversity, along with ways individuals can be supportive of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) individuals. Personal ideas and assumptions related to GLBT topics will be addressed in an interactive format with ideas and reactions being openly discussed, along with ways to address sexual oppression.
Instructor: Dr. Robert Owens, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Communicative Disorders & Sciences [back to top]

Stress and Your Health (Bronze)
Wednesday, November 11, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This seminar will explore the mind/body links as they apply to specific physical illnesses and anxiety states. Learn more about the relationship between anxiety/stress and physical symptoms of illness and clinical disease syndromes. Recognition of specific syndromes and intervention strategies will be discussed.
Instructor: Dr. Steven Radi, Medical Director, Health & Counseling [back to top]

Social Networking for Professionals (Ruby) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, November 11, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Become familiar with some of the social media technologies the savvy professional will need, including social networks, social bookmarking, and other relevant web 2.0 applications.
Instructors: Tracy Paradis and Justina Elmore, Library Faculty [back to top]

Emerging Leaders Institute (Bronze)
Wednesday, November 11, 3:00-4:30 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Creating Magic (Silver)
Monday, November 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Creating Magic is the recent book by Lee Cockerell former Executive Vice President of Operations at Walt Disney World Resort. This workshop will focus on the common sense leadership strategies described in the book that serve as the cornerstone to the Disney Great Leader Strategy.
Instructor: Dr. David Parfitt, Director, Teaching and Learning Center [back to top]

Crucial Confrontations: Where Do You Stand? (Bronze)
Monday, November 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Developing Your Supervision Skills (Emerald)
Monday, November 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Leading includes responsibilities for supervising others. Whether supervising employees, peers, or volunteers, there are various skills and techniques that a leader can use to improve his/her effectiveness as a supervisor. Learn tips and tools that you can use immediately in any leadership and employee role you may aspire to on the campus or in the future.
Instructor: Mark Scott, Executive Director, Campus Auxiliary Services [back to top]

Microsoft Word: Create Brochures and Newsletters (Ruby)
Monday, November 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

A great way to increase awareness, interest and knowledge in today's business world is through brochures and newsletters. Use them to promote your next event, advertise a product or location, or publicize a topic of interest. Learn to create these document types by using MS Word's column, section and graphic features. Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Relational Theory of Leadership (Gold)
Tuesday, November 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Time Management (Bronze) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, November 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Leading with Integrity (Silver)
Tuesday, November 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

How can you earn respect as a leader? This interactive session will offer creative and personalized ways to make decisions that allow you to lead with integrity to increase your credibility among colleagues, professionals and friends. Using the Teamworks Integrity Model, we will explore the many beliefs and values that are most important to you and how they affect your leadership style!
Instructor: Kim Bilinski, Area Coordinator - Ontario & Seneca Halls, Residence Life [back to top]

Civic Engagement Projects: Advice and Stories from Students (Diamond)
Wednesday, November 18, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

This session will be led by students who are involved in several exciting and interesting civic engagement projects. Learn tips and tools to use and what not to do when creating your project.
GOLD Leaders Mentors: Bridget Denicola, the Veterans Memorial Project; Andrew Demosthenous, Council of Service Organizations; and Rejoyce Owusu and Jesse Parent, leaders of the Ghana Project [back to top]

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

What makes someone a "good listener?" Think of his/her characteristics. What can prevent someone from listening carefully? This session will examine listening skills and offer ways to improve them.
Instructor: Melinda DuBois - Administrative Director, Health & Counseling, Health & Counseling [back to top]

Recognition of Child Abuse: What Happens Next? (Sapphire)
Wednesday, November 18, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Volunteers sometimes observe and need to deal with child abuse. This workshop will review the signs of child abuse and help you sort through who is responsible for reporting the alleged abuse and what happens after the reporting. This session is a must for students who volunteer to work with children.
Instructors: Kay Fly, Coordinator of Volunteerism & Service Learning; Livingston County Department of Social Services staff [back to top]

Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, November 18, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Finding Maps Online (Ruby)
Wednesday, November 18, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Maps convey intriguing and valuable information from hints for locating the illusive pot of gold to finding driving directions to Aunt Tillie's to providing visualization of voting trends. Learn how the Internet now enables us to access a treasure trove of historic (i.e. primary source) maps, utilize color-coded census data, and even create our own Google-based mashups.
Instructor: Tom Ottaviano, Library Faculty [back to top]

Gender Query (Opal)
Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Genesee Hall Main Lounge

Description: Our understandings of gender govern many of our daily interactions from our personal thoughts to our evaluation of business dress. In the Gender Query, we try to look at why our view of gender exists in a binary between male and female, question whether or not the assumptions related to gender are accurate, find out what movements are out to expand our knowledge of other genders, and explore the means in which gender is created and identified.
Instructor: Jeremy Wind, Resident Assistant, Residence Life [back to top]

Innovative Fundraising 101 (Bronze)
Monday, November 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Are you looking for fresh ideas of how to successfully fundraise for your student organization or for a charity? This session will provide an opportunity for you to think "outside of the box" for new, innovative fundraising ideas, as well as, how to effectively publicize for them. Bring your enthusiasm!
Instructor: Carey Backman, Associate Director, College Union & Activities [back to top]

NOVEMBER Week 4 | Week 1| Week 2 | Week 3| Week 5

Let's Take a Privilege Walk (Opal)
Monday, November 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This interactive workshop provides a great opportunity to explore issues of privilege, power and inequality. A "privilege walk" will expose the lifelong impact of privileges and normality that we were either born into, or born without, followed by a group discussion.
Instructor: Kim Bilinski, Area Coordinator -Ontario & Seneca Halls, Residence Life [back to top]

Teambuilding (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, November 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Through Which Learning Style Do You Learn Best? (Silver)
Tuesday, November 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

A good leader knows his/her learning style. Each person has a distinct learning style in which s/he learns best. You may be surprised by your preferred learning style. Are you a visual learner - someone who learns through seeing? Are you an auditory learner - someone who learns through listening? Are you a tactile/kinesthetic learner - someone who learns through moving, doing, and touching? We will explore the various styles and you can determine your preferred learning style or the way you learn best.
Instructor: Dr. Elizabeth Hall, Assistant Professor, Shear School of Education [back to top]

NOVEMBER Week 5 | Week 1| Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Student Leadership Practices Inventory (SLPI) (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Monday, November 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

In order to participate in this workshop you must be registered by Monday, October 30 (one month in advance). Students need to be involved in one or more organizations or groups in order to effectively utilize the SLPI instruments. You will receive a code to go online and complete the Leadership Practices Inventory and to invite specific individuals (observers) to provide feedback on leadership practices. This inventory is provided FREE to students who complete the process! There will be a $15 fee billed to individuals who do not complete the process after the code has been assigned. A printed inventory report will be provided to each individual at the workshop.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Ethical Decisions: What Your Choices Say About You (Sapphire) or (Diamond) or (Gold)
Monday, November 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This session mixes group and individual case studies with discussion in examining how the decisions we make reflect our ethical convictions. The focus will be on examining multiple viewpoints and factors because there are no black-and-white answers, only varying shades of gray.
Instructor: Andrew Baker, Associate Director of Residence Life [back to top]

DECEMBER Week 1 | Week 2
History of Leadership (Gold Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, December 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

This required workshop for the gold level of the Leadership Certificate Program will provide participants with a review of the history of leadership theories and concepts. This session is limited to students completing gold certificates in the spring semester of 2009.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Sexual Harassment (Opal)
Tuesday, December 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Sometimes people who are being sexually harassed feel that if they ignore the problem it will go away. The truth is, the situation could continue or get worse. Learn what sexual harassment is, and what steps you can take to have it addressed and sure it stops.
Instructors: Dr. Lenny Sancilio, Dean of Students and Gloria Lopez, Associate Director for Human Resources and Director of Affirmative Action [back to top]

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: How Much is Enough? (Gold)
Wednesday, December 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Success is not always measured by being bigger or making more and more money. Hear the life story of a Geneseo graduate and one of our former hockey players who has led by example on the campus and on the ice and in his business and involvement in community organizations. Robert Hunter seized an opportunity after college to build a successful business and made decisions along the way to stay focused on values related to quality, not just profits and wealth.
Special Guest Instructor: Robert Hunter, Class of '81, President, Owner of C-VAC [back to top]

Applying for Service Jobs: AmeriCorps VISTA and Rochester Youth Year (Sapphire) or (Diamond)
Wednesday, December 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Are you looking to take a year or more after college to do service work? Come to this workshop and learn about the application process and opportunities for service through AmeriCorps VISTA and the local Rochester Youth Year program. SUNY Geneseo will likely have an opening in each program for 2010-2011.
Instructors: Katherine Rogers, Geneseo AmeriCorps VISTA & Laura Lonski, Class of '09, Rochester Youth Year Fellow at World of Inquiry High School [back to top]

Fostering Creativity (Silver)
Wednesday, December 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Vibrant and successful organizations and leaders encourage and foster creativity. Find out what it is and how you can use it to bring out the best in your members. Discover how diverging and converging can be sued to solve and resolve problems.
Instructor: Joe VanRemmen, Interim Assistant Chief of Police, University Police [back to top]

Stress Management (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, December 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Explore the basic techniques of stress management and alternative therapies for coping with your stress. Guided imagery, breathing exercises, and progressive relaxation are all included, so DRESS COMFORTABLY, and be ready to de-compress for a little while.
Instructor: Dana Minton, Coordinator of Health Promotion, Health & Counseling [back to top]

DECEMBER Week 2 | Week 1
Conflict Resolution (Silver) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Monday, December 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Conflict is a part of every group and organization. Success and growth depend on the positive resolution of conflicts that occur. This workshop will provide methods and activities that can help you effectively manage conflict and deal with difficult people in your group.
Instructor: Dr. Leonard Sancilio, Dean of Students [back to top]

Taking the Next Steps (Opal Certificate Requirement)
Monday, December 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

In this workshop, the conclusion of the Opal Certificate Program, participants will share their experiences, reflecting on the workshops they participated in and the growth that they experienced. Participants will also create a Personal Action Plan for the future.
Instructor: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Coordinator, Multicultural Programs & Services [back to top]

Philanthropy (Diamond)
Monday, December 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Learn about the concepts, strategies and techniques involved in philanthropy from a member of the advancement staff at the College. Discover both the process and tools needed to acquire and distribute funds through philanthropic activities.
Instructor: Kim Faber, Assistant Vice President, College Advancement [back to top]

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: The KISS Rule for Life (Gold)
Tuesday, December 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Learn some tips and advice from another successful graduate of Geneseo who has lived and taught in the local schools and been a pillar of the Geneseo community. Come and find out how she has used the KISS rule to mange a busy career and life. Learn how follow-up and follow-through made a difference in her life and continues to do so in her role as a key leader in the Geneseo Alumni Association.
Guest Presenter: Patty Fennell, Class of '65, President of the Geneseo Alumni Association [back to top]

Developing a Personal Leadership Model (Gold Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, December 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

The Gold level of the Leadership Certificate Program requires students to articulate written and verbal statements of their personal philosophy of leadership. This informal coaching session will provide students with an opportunity to work on their model with the assistance of the instructor. Reference materials and resources will be available. This session is limited to students planning to complete the Gold certificate this semester.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Volunteer Involvement Reflection (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, December 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

All students pursuing the new Sapphire Volunteerism & Leadership Certificate are required to participate for a minimum of twenty hours in a volunteer activity. The activity should be an approved volunteer opportunity by the SUNY Geneseo Volunteer Center. This session will provide an opportunity for students to share their volunteer experiences.
Instructor: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism & Service Learning [back to top]

JANUARY Week 3 | Week 4

Personal Development Session (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Make an appointment with GOLD Leader Mentor Staff
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

This session is one of the four required workshops for the bronze leadership certificate. The GOLD Leader Mentor volunteer staff members have been trained to assist you in developing a personal plan for successfully completing the GOLD Certificate Program. You need to register for this session just like all other workshops. Make an appointment at the GOLD Leadership Center in MacVittie College Union 114, or call 245-5884, or e-mail gold@geneseo.edu. The mentor staff is available between 12:00-8 PM Monday through Thursday and 12:00-5:00 PM on Fridays.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentors [back to top]

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, January 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Servant Leadership (Sapphire) or (Diamond) or (Gold)
Tuesday, January 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Robert K. Greenleaf defined servant leadership as the natural feeling by an individual to serve first and everything else will fall into place. This leadership model values the education, inspiration and development of others as we will see the connection as we explore the classic story of The Giving Tree and the direct relationship it has with servant leadership.
Instructor: Tamara H. Kenney, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct and Community Standards [back to top]

Time Management (Bronze) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, January 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Leadership Concepts (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, January 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Social Change Model of Leadership (Sapphire) or (Gold) or (Diamond)
Wednesday, January 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Do you aspire to be a change agent to make a difference in the world? The Social Change Model of Leadership will help you understand the basics of social change and the role that leaders and followers play in the process of making changes for the common good.
Instructor: Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

SMART Goals (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, January 20, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

JANUARY Week 4 | Week 3

What Is Civic Engagement? (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Monday, January 25, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Engaging in one"s community includes personal action to join a group that is interesting to you, work on a cause that you are passionate about, help with community projects, participate in local political party activities, or simply serve on the planning or clean up committee for a community event. Practicing civic leadership develops from engaging with others in the leadership process.
Instructor: Dr. David Parfitt, Director, Teaching & Learning Center [back to top]

Is It Your Job or Your Passion? Visioning Your Future (Silver) or (Emerald)
Monday, January 25, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Is it possible to create a job that meets all of your interests and makes you want to come to work every day? Learn how to take your vision and map your future.
Instructor: Marilyn Moore, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics [back to top]

Write for Success (Bronze) or (Emerald)
Monday, January 25, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This workshop in effective professional writing addresses the formal expectations of business and professional communication both within and outside the workplace. Participants will have the opportunity to critique and revise business memos and letters and think about the keys to writing for success: directness, succinctness, clarity, and correctness.
Instructor: Dr. Celia Easton, Dean of Residential Living [back to top]

Taking Adversity Out Of Diversity: Building Inclusive Organizations (Opal)
Monday, January 25, 4:00-5:30 PM
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

This honest and engaging program will inspire people to create more inclusive communities. Our biggest challenge in achieving this goal is our fear of being judged and misunderstood. This fear prevents good people from taking meaningful action. At times we are so afraid of saying the "wrong" thing that we make the biggest mistake of all which is to say nothing. Our patterns of communication are vital to our success when exploring such explosive issues as race, gender, sexual orientation, class, disabilities, age and religion. This award winning session gets beyond our fear of saying the "wrong" thing and teaches more effective and compassionate ways to connect. (Cosponsored by Residence Life, Multicultural Programs & Services & GOLD)
Special Guest Instructor: Dr. Maura Cullen, www.TheDiversitySpeaker.com, Author of Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say, Founder of Social Justice Training Institute [back to top]

Dumb Things Well-Intended People Say: 10 Skills to Increase Your Diversity Competence (Opal) (Business PD event)
Monday, January 25, 7:00-8:30 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

Even well-intended people cause harm. Have you ever found yourself saying "Some of my best friends are..."or" I don't think of you as..."? People often make statements which they intend to be supportive or complimentary, but end up being problematic. Meant as joining statements, these remarks often have the opposite effect and end up creating a larger divide and at times even anger. Many of us are not aware that we have done anything wrong. Our ability to communicate across difference becomes a critical weapon in dismantling escalating tensions. Participants will gain knowledge of communication traps, how to avoid them and what tools to use in their place. (Cosponsored by Residence Life, Multicultural Programs & Services & GOLD)
Special Guest Presenter: Dr. Maura Cullen, www.TheDiversitySpeaker.com, Author of Dumb Things Well-intended People Say, Founder of Social Justice Training Institute [back to top]

Career Quest for Freshman and Sophomores--Assessing Your Competencies, Skills, Values and Goals (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, January 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Are you certain about your academic or career plans? Do you need some direction? The Career Services staff will help you uncover your competencies, interests, skills and values, and the role those traits will play in your life after Geneseo. Participants will be required to complete the FOCUS series of assessments prior to the first class. You will also be introduced to the career decision-making process, goal setting, and will learn how to research career opportunities. There's so much you can do to smooth the path from campus to careers. Let us help you identify your options!
Instructors: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor in Career Services and Liz Seager, Asst. Director of Career Services [back to top]

Assertiveness Training (Silver) or (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, January 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Do you often say "yes" when you really want to say "no?" Is it difficult for you to speak up for yourself? If so, come to the Assertiveness Training workshop where you'lll learn about the differences between assertiveness and aggression, have a chance to assess your own assertiveness level, and learn new skills.
Instructor: Tamara Kenney, Assistant Dean for Student Conduct and Community Standards [back to top]

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, January 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Developing a Personal Leadership Model (Gold Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, January 26, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Volunteer Fair (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, January 27, 10:00 am-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Lobby & Ballroom

Representatives from college and community organizations will be present to recruit volunteers and explain their programs and services. Students involved in the GOLD programs and the Sapphire Certificate Program should attend and visit with as many organizations as possible in order to discover the range of possibilities for volunteer involvement. Sapphire students will need to complete additional paper work and submit a reflection.
Hosted by: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism and Service Learning [back to top]

Working with the Brady Bunch: How Birth Order Affects You and Your Organization (Silver)
Wednesday, January 27, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This required workshop for the Gold level of the Leadership Certificate Program will provide participants with a review of the history of leadership theories and concepts. This session is limited to students completing Gold certificates in the spring semester of 2010.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Does your person attend SUNY Geneseo? A creative and insightful twist on Guess Who? (Opal)
Wednesday, January 27, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

FEBRUARY Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Community Mapping (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Monday, February 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Civic engagement begins with mapping your community. Every community has a unique history, a specific demographic composition, overlapping organizations and institutions and a particular matrix of human economic and geographic resources. This workshop will provide a conceptual and practical understanding of how individuals and/or groups may overcome obstacles and leverage resources to accomplish goals and positive change through civic engagement.
Instructor: Wes Kennison, Class of '79 and Faculty Fellow for International Studies [back to top]

Reflecting on Your College Experience and Marketing Your Skills (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD event)
Monday, February 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This session will focus on helping you build your career at Geneseo and prepare for life after college. Learn how to identify what you've accomplished as a student and employee and how to market it to future employers for other jobs on or off campus.
Instructor: Liz Seager, Assistant Director of Career Services [back to top]

Leadership Styles (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Monday, February 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Each individual has a leadership style that he/she prefers to use and to follow. It is valuable to recognize that different situations call for different leadership styles. In this interactive workshop you will learn about different leadership styles and you will review some of the effective uses of these leadership styles.
Instructor: Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union & Activities [back to top]

Who Knows You: Speed Networking on the Clock (Bronze) or (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, February 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

So you think you can network? Come learn some basic networking techniques and put them to practice during this workshop. Participants will beat the clock by engaging in speed networking to put those skills to practice.
Instructors: Garry Morgan, Area Coordinator for North Village, Wyoming and Putnam Halls and Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

Leadership Identity Development (Gold Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, February 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

When did you first discover that there was such a thing as a leader? When did you decide that you could be a leader? When did you first experience leading? Can you remember what you did? Where do you think you are in the developmental process of leading? This session is based on the cutting edge research on leadership identity development published in November 2005 by the American College Personnel Association. It has been added to the requirements of the Gold Leadership Certificate to assist students in developing the required Personal Leadership Model.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Group Dynamics (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This session will help you understand how groups interact and work with each other. The session will focus on the group process, roles that people play, strategies for interacting effectively in any group situation and resolving problems to become a high achieving organization.
Instructor: Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Silver) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

As a leader, you will need to make adjustments in your leadership style based on the needs of your group or organization. This adjustment can be made in response to your group's demonstrated capacity level and its confidence and willingness with regard to performing tasks at the time they must be performed. This session will show you ways to work with groups in different situations/levels.
Instructor: Kevin Hahn, Area Coordinator - Steuben & Saratoga, Residence Life [back to top]

Career Quest for Freshmen and Sophomores: Assessing Your Competencies, Skills, Values and Goals (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, February 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Student Organization Expo (Bronze)
Wednesday, February 3, 1:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Lobby & Ballroom

Each semester the Student Organization Expo, sponsored by the College Union & Activities Department, provides an opportunity for new and returning students to talk to leaders of student organizations and volunteer for membership. New students in the GOLD program may earn Bronze certificate credit by registering for this program, obtaining a special instruction sheet at the GOLD Student Organization Expo Fair table, and visit at least ten specific organizations. Participation in student organizations is an expectation of students earning leadership certificates.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentor Staff [back to top]

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: A Servant Leader Gives Back (Gold)
Wednesday, February 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Janet Tenreiro moved from Farmingdale, Long Island to begin her career as a business owner in Canandaigua. Her work and career led to the ownership of The Pharmacy Shop and the Animal Pharmacy, two unique and widely known businesses. Tenreiro is a business owner committed to serving others and has made volunteering and community service an integral part of her life. Her reputation and achievements have been recognized with the awarding of the 2006 ATHENA award that recognizes leaders who lead with the head and heart with the intuitive wisdom that comes from rich life experience. Hear stories from someone who excels in her chosen profession, is a leader in her community and is personally and professionally supportive of other women.
Special Guest Instructor: Janet Tenreiro, Class of '78, Owner, The Pharmacy Shop [back to top]

FEBRUARY Week 2 | Week 1 | Week 3 | Week 4
Civic Engagement Immersion Project-Phase I: Preparation (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Monday, February 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Leaders recognize they are part of a larger social community, and any problems of that community are therefore also problems for the individual leader. This workshop will help prepare you for your upcoming Civic Engagement Immersion Project. We will help you define the nature of the service you will be doing in your project, and how that service project meets the public good. We will discuss how the community has been consulted prior to beginning your project, and how the community partner should be viewed as an equal partner to your education as opposed to a "server-client" relationship. At the end of this workshop you will have a plan for crossing the campus-community boundary to begin your service project.
Instructors: Dr. David Parfitt, Director of the Teaching and Learning Center; Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Who Moved My Cheese? (Silver)
Monday, February 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

We all get comfortable with routine and many of us like to repeat things and do things the way we did them last year. However, change happens and we have to be flexible and ready to adapt to new situations. This workshop is based on the best-selling book, Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, author and consultant to major corporations. Learn what they are teaching corporate executives about dealing with change in work and in life.
Instructor: Wendi Kinney, Coordinator of Greek Affairs and Off-Campus Living [back to top]

Office Etiquette (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, February 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Personal Finance Series: Basics of Money Management (Bronze)
Tuesday, February 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

In today's economic environment, keeping your financial house in order can be a challenge. Learn the basics of money management and personal finance. Find out about the key do's and don'ts when it comes to achieving financial success. The session will address budgeting, debt management, saving and investing, and the power of compound interest.
Instructor: Dr. Michael Schiniski, Interim Dean and Professor, Jones School of Business [back to top]

Job Search Letters (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Give 'em the Pickle! (Emerald)
Tuesday, February 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

PICKLES are those special or extra things you do to make people happy. This session will cover the most important thing a business or service can do...take care of the customer by giving them a "pickle."
Instructor: Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union & Activities [back to top]

Problem Solving (Bronze) or (Sapphire) or (Diamond)
Tuesday, February 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Live Green Expo (Diamond)
Wednesday, February 10, 12:30-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Lobby and Ballroom

The third annual Live Green Expo will include informational tables staffed by several local college and community green initiatives ranging from the Geneseo Community Garden to exhibits featuring new fuel efficient vehicles. Students in the GOLD Program and the Civic Engagement Leadership Certrificate will earn credit in the program by engaging in conversations with the exhibitors. Check the livegreen.geneseo.edu or the gold.geneseo.edu for details on the exhibits and other Live Green events. [back to top]

Volunteerism, Engagement, and Service (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, February 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Locating Internships (Emerald)
Wednesday, February 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Internships are becoming increasingly important when competing for positions after graduation. This workshop is designed to help you get started on the search for an internship. The session will cover locating and applying for internships, including a brief overview of resumes and cover letters. Applying for college credit will also be discussed. Come and get an overview of launching a successful search.
Instructor: Andrea DiGiorgio, Coordinator, Student Employment Service [back to top]

Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, February 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This workshop is designed to help students learn how to develop effective speeches and presentations, work on strategies to overcome fear of speaking in public, and utilize resources to make effective presentations.
Instructor: Dr. Joseph Bulsys, Associate Professor, Department of Communication [back to top]

FEBRUARY Week 3 | Week 1| Week 2| Week 4

Teambuilding (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Monday, February 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Civic Engagement Projects: Advice and Stories from Students (Diamond)
Monday, February 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This session will be led by students who are involved in several exciting and interesting civic engagement projects. Learn tips and tools to use and what not to do when creating your project.
GOLD Leaders Mentors: Bridget Denicola, the Veterans Memorial Project; Andrew Demosthenous, Council of Service Organizations; Rejoyce Owusu and Jesse Parent, leaders of the Ghana Project [back to top]

Networking/Informational Interviewing Strategies (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Monday, February 15, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

True Colors: What Color Are You? (Silver) or (Emerald)
Tuesday, February 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
Gold Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

In building relationships with members of your organization or team, you help others to connect and recognize how personality plays a role in the overall effectiveness of your team. This workshop will examine various personality assessment tools, look at ways in which personality effects relationships and work-style; and provide suggestions for using these tools to create a stellar team that works collaboratively based on individual assets.
Instructor: Kimberly Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

Work Ready Protocol: How to Deliver Soft Skills (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, February 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

What in the World is White Privilege? (Opal)
Wednesday, February 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

You've heard the term used, but what does it really mean? Does it mean all white people are racist? (no) What can you do about it? (a lot) This interactive workshop will examine some of the cultural and social dynamics of whiteness- yes, white people have culture too- in the hopes of raising awareness about issues of power, privilege, and access in the United States. Please bring a pencil and an open mind to this provocative session.
Instructor: Dr. Robert Owens, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Communicative Disorders & Sciences [back to top]

Planning and Leading Service Trips (Sapphire) or (Diamond)
Wednesday, February 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

If your passion is service work and you would like to further develop your service and leadership skills, this workshop is designed for you. Learn what is involved in planning a successful service event or in leading a group of peers on a service related activity. This workshop will cover the "do's" and "don'ts" and help prepare you to step into the role of a team leader or trip coordinator.
Instructors: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training; Kay Fly, Coordinator Volunteerism & Service Learning; & Katie Rogers, AmeriCorps VISTA [back to top]

Time Management (Bronze) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, February 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Please see January 19th description.

Relational Theory of Leadership (Gold)
Wednesday, February 17, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Positive relationships are critical to effective and thriving organizations. The GOLD program defines leadership as a relational process of people together attempting to accomplish, change or make a difference to benefit the common good. In this session, participants will learn the major components of the Relational Leadership Model.
Instructor: Kim Harvey, Assistant Director of Residence Life [back to top]

FEBRUARY Week 4 | Week 1| Week 2| Week 3

Becoming a Change Agent through Transformational Leadership (Gold)
Monday, February 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Job Interviewing Skills (Emerald Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Monday, February 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Learn how to answer a variety of questions that you will most likely face during that moment of truth in your job search... the interview! Be prepared to learn and practice open-ended, opinion, and those all important Behavioral Based Interview questions to name a few.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor in Career Services and Liz Seager, Assistant Director in Career Services

Personal Finance Series: Financing Grad School & Managing Student Loans (Bronze)
Monday, February 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Grant Writing: "Show Me the Money" (Diamond)
Tuesday, February 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Agencies and foundations give away billions of dollars each year from donations or legacies that are held as endowments. The money is allocated to support a huge variety of causes and activities, but you have to know where to look and how to ask for it.
Instructor: Helen Thomas, Grants Writer, Sponsored Research [back to top]

Preparing Your Resume (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Got a resume? If not, this workshop will help you get started. A review of resume content and structure will be followed by a question and answer period to address any questions concerning how to write and produce a professional resume.
Instructor: Jerry Wrubel, Director, Career Services [back to top]

Using the Path-Goal Approach to Leading (Gold) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, February 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Different leadership approaches are suitable to different situations. This session will cover some of the major concepts of the Path-Goal approach and help you determine strategies for what might works best for you in a variety of leadership situations.
Instructor: Dr. Avan Jassawalla, Associate Professor, Jones School of Business [back to top]

Finding Articles Efficiently (Ruby Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, February 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Learn to Facilitate Deliberative Dialogues (Opal)
Wednesday, February 24, 2:00-4:00 pm [2-Hour Time Block]
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

The Job Search (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, February 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

All information is not created equal. During the publishing cycle, scholarly information goes through intense scrutiny. Understanding the ins and outs of scholarly publishing allows the researcher to select appropriate material for university-level work. Learn what constitutes scholarliness, what is meant by "peer reviewed/refereed" and how to find scholarly sources. (This workshop was previously called Scholarly Publication Cycle).
Instructor: Tracy Paradis, Library Faculty [back to top]

Planning Programs and Major Events (Bronze)
Wednesday, February 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union 322/323

You may be called upon to take charge of event planning for your student organization and for a future employer. Regardless of the size or type of event, the planning and execution of events requires careful preparation and good strategy (and a lot of organization!). You might find yourself asking: Which comes first, the program or the room? Who should do the planning? How far in advance do we make arrangements? How much money do we need? Who does the setup for the event? Where do I go for help? This session is a must for anyone planning any type of event. Come and learn the basics of program planning such as knowing when and where to do a program, promoting an event on a shoestring, planning for the comfort of your audience, hosting a guest speaker or artist, and evaluating the program. Two professionals at SUNY Geneseo who spend a great deal of time and energy planning events for the campus community will teach this workshop.
Instructors: Carey Backman, Associate Director, College Union & Activities & Andrea Klein, Director, Campus Scheduling & Events [back to top]

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: Creating a Powerful Positive Image (Gold)
Wednesday, February 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

We've all heard the adage that 90% of communication is nonverbal - even with an excellent command of language, most of what you communicate to others is the result of nonverbal information you provide. When speaking, do you us the common hand gesture that increases your credibility by half? (Less than one percent of people do.) When dressing, do you wear the common necktie or scarf pattern that causes your audience to think you are smarter? (Less than ten percent do.) When writing a paper, do you use the common font that makes your opinion seem well-reasoned? (Less than half do.) Would you like to be seen as trustworthy, powerful, thoughtful, and a good listener? This session is about the value of understanding how people communicate, and the rewards that come from revealing your inner strengths in your communication with others.
Special Guest Instructor: Dr. Dan Barwick, Class of '90, Director of Institutional Advancement, Executive Director of Alfred State Development Fund, Inc., Alfred State College and Owner of Workman Image Consulting [back to top]

Dinner Etiquette for Business and Social Settings (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, February 24, 6:00-8:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

Salad fork? Seafood fork? Napkin in the lap or tucked in the shirt like a bib? What should be discussed or avoided in conversation? You may not know that lunch or dinner during a day of interviews is part of the interview process and the potential employer is observing and evaluating your behavior. Networking and etiquette in formal and informal professional situations is often a confusing maze for many during the job search or first years in a new career. Whether your field of interest is human services, education, or business, knowing how to conduct yourself socially is important to success in your career. The annual Geneseo Etiquette Dinner will help you learn critical etiquette skills and knowledge. The evening will include a first-class business dinner and dessert. Our speakers will guide you through the experience and even provide valuable tips on appropriate business conversation. Business leaders will be hosts at each table. This program requires payment of $5.00 by check payable to GOLD and submitted to Center for Community in MacVittie College Union Room 353 by February 12.
Presenters: Ginni Jurkowski, Lecturer, Communication Department; Jonna Anne, Executive Chef, Campus Auxiliary Services [back to top]

MARCH Week1 | Week 2 | Week 4 | Week 5

Personal Development Session (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Make an appointment with GOLD Leader Mentor Staff
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Microsoft Access 2007 Level I: Design, Create, and Use Tables (Ruby)
Monday, March 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

MS Access is a database application that allows you to enter, store, retrieve and print data related to a particular topic or purpose. This workshop will focus on the design and creation of tables used to store a collection of related information in a rectangular arrangement of rows and columns.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Creating a Climate of Care (Bronze)
Monday, March 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Reframing Leadership (Gold)
Monday, March 1, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

A leader's effectiveness is enhanced by his or her ability to try on different "lenses" when looking at problems facing his/her organization. This process, according to Lee Bolman and Terrance Deal, is called "reframing." Reframing requires vision, flexibility, and a commitment to the organization's core values. This workshop will review the four lenses for organizational management described by Bolman and Deal, and will offer participants the opportunity to learn which lens is best to use in a given situation.
Instructor: Dr. Robert Bonfiglio, Vice President for Student & Campus Life [back to top]

Ethical Dilemmas in Leadership & Business (Sapphire) or (Gold) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, March 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

When do the ends justify the means? Just how ethical do you need to be? Who is the leader responsible to for his/her actions? Are results all that matter? What actions are appropriate and which go beyond the ethical parameters? These are the questions begging for attention by the American business and professional world. The instructor has extensive experience with one of the major auditing firms and will help you think through how you will answer the questions in your current and future leadership roles.
Special Guest Instructor: John Thorne, PricewaterhouseCoopers Partner (Retired) [back to top]

Leading with Integrity (Silver)
Tuesday, March 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Graduate School Application Planning (Emerald)
Tuesday, March 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Each year over 40% of Geneseo's new graduates enroll in graduate school full-time for the following fall (the average rate nationally is 24%). This general session will provide strategies on how to identify schools and programs as well as present an overview of the numerous components of the application process.
Instructor: Jerry Wrubel, Director, Career Services [back to top]

Reading Between the Lines: Detecting Bias in the Media (Ruby)
Tuesday March 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 109

This workshop is designed as an introduction to becoming media literate, i.e. knowing how to evaluate and analyze mainstream and alternative media for objectivity, accuracy, and authority. We will also practice how to identify bias by looking closely at the language used by news media. (This workshop was previously called Media Literacy.)
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

Women's Expo
Wednesday, March 3
Cosponsored by Women's Leadership Institute, Klainer Center for Women & Business & GOLD

All GOLD workshops and programs on March 3 will be centered on Women in Leadership. Special guests have been invited to serve as panelists to discuss several issues and challenges confronting women serving in leadership roles in the business, non-profit agencies and government. [back to top]

Community Engagement (Diamond)
Wednesday, March 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Why is it important to be actively engaged in improving your community? How can you become involved in community organizing? In this workshop, you will learn why community engagement benefits you as well as those you are serving.
Guest Panelists: TBA [back to top]

Just for Men: Tips for Interacting with Women in the Workplace (Opal)
Wednesday, March 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

What are some common challenges between men and women in the workplace? What are the boundaries that cannot be crossed? This session is designed for males who are interested in navigating the gray areas in working with women.
Guest Panelists: TBA [back to top]

Power Couples (Bronze)
Wednesday, March 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Want to marry someone as driven as you? In this session, we will take a look at the daily lives of two very busy married people. This workshop will provide you answers to questions such as "can I have a family and still be successful?" You will learn how to balance personal life and work. While success is great, wouldn't you want to share it with another person?
Guest Panelists: TBA [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Financing Your Life (Bronze)
Wednesday, March 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

In this day and age knowing your FICO is imperative to living a comfortable life. Don''t understand what FICO is? Come and learn from a professional that is well-versed in the financial world. It is so important that your money is well managed and monitored and that you take charge of your life and your bank account.
Instructor: Bonnie Swanson, Key Bank [back to top]

Breaking the Glass Ceiling (Opal) or (Emerald)
Wednesday, March 3, 3:15-4:15 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

What are some of gender disparities in the workplace? How do women navigate a career in a male-dominated work environment? This workshop will examine the hardships that women experience in achieving success in predominantly male-oriented careers.
Guest Panelists: TBA [back to top]

Women's Health and Wellness (Bronze)
Wednesday, March 3, 3:15-4:15 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

What are the most prevalent illnesses and diseases that affect women? Although women are perceived as nurturers, they often neglect self-care. This session will focus on what you can do now to ensure that you are healthy in mind, body, and spirit.
Guest Panelists: TBA [back to top]

Networking Mixer & Dinner for Women (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, March 3, 4:00-7:30 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

This event is for all women who want to share their personal stories and experiences, network, and connect with other women leaders. This is an opportunity to meet with alumnae who will talk about their personal journeys and will lead into a dinner with a keynote speaker.Student smust register in advance on the GOLD registration system. The deadline for dinner reservations will be Wednesday, February 24. [back to top]

Citing Sources in the Sciences (Ruby)
Wednesday March 3, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

In this workshop we will review the citation styles commonly used for papers in science classes at Geneseo: APA (American Psychological Association), CSE (Council of Science Editors), NLM (National Library of Medicine), and ACS (American Chemical Society). Styles covered will depend on workshop participant needs. After an overview of basic citations, we will focus on citing online journal articles, books and websites. Participants will learn about online resources for future help, and gain practice in the citation style of their choice.
Instructor: Bonnie Swoger, Library Faculty [back to top]

Student Leadership Practices Inventory (SLPI) (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Thursday, March 4, 2:00-3:00 pm
(Deadline for Registration is Friday, February 5)
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

In order to participate in this workshop you must be registered by Friday, February 5 (one month in advance). Students need to be involved in one or more organizations or groups in order to effectively utilize the SLPI instruments. You will receive a code to go online and complete the Leadership Practices Inventory and to invite specific individuals (observers) to provide feedback on leadership practices. This inventory is provided FREE to students who complete the process! There will be a $15 fee billed to individuals who do not complete the process after the code has been assigned. A printed inventory will be provided to each individual.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Student Leadership Practices Inventory (SLPI) (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Friday, March 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
(Deadline for Registration is Friday, February 5)
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Please see March 4th description.

MARCH Week 2 | Week 1 | Week 4 | Week 5

Teaching/Coaching Leadership (Silver)
Monday, March 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This session will discuss changing one's leadership style from delegating and decision making to coaching and enabling your "team." Emphasis will be on interpersonal skills such as communication, listening, and involving every member as part of the process.
Instructor: Jim Lyons, Head Men"s Lacrosse Coach, Department of Intercollegiate Athletics & Recreation [back to top]

Listening Skills (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Monday, March 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

What makes someone a "good listener?" Think of his/her characteristics. What can prevent someone from listening carefully? This session will examine listening skills and offer ways to improve them.
Instructor: Sandy Glantz, Nurse Practitioner, Health & Counseling [back to top]

Developing Effective Communication Skills *(Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Monday, March 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Communication is the critical ingredient in efforts to improve quality, encourage innovation and initiative, and build productive teamwork. But good communication skills don't come naturally. People may possess the technical skills required of their jobs, but need help with the interpersonal aspect of getting the job done. In this session, you will learn to open discussions in a way that encourages others to participate, promote a free exchange of innovative ideas and information, and summarize agreements and action steps so that all involved understand what needs to happen next.
Instructor: Kathleen Catrall '77, Vice President, Branded Customer Experience, Time Warner [back to top]

Starting Your Research Project: Using MultiSearch and Other Time Saving Strategies (Ruby)
Monday, March 8, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

This workshop is intended to help you begin your research for class assignments and to introduce you to some of our more important resources and services. We will discuss our newest tool MultiSearch and a few of our databases including Credo and CQ Researcher.
Instructors: Michelle Costello and Justina Elmore [back to top]

The Baby Mall Game: Will Money Make A Difference? (Opal) or (Silver)
Tuesday, March 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Running Effective Meetings (Bronze Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, March 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Researching Law (Ruby)
Tuesday, March 9, 2:00-3:00
Milne Library Room 104

Law and legislation can potentially have a profound impact on much of what we study, yet finding this information is often both confusing and difficult. Learn where to find discussion about federal and state codes, information about court cases, and reviews of legislation. Finally learn how to use the powerful, yet intimidating resources that hold this information.
Instructor: Tom Ottaviano, Library Faculty [back to top]

Rights and Responsibilities of Volunteers (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, March 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

As a volunteer you have rights and responsibilities. This session will provide you with both a set of expectations for you as a volunteer and expectations from the people that direct your volunteer work. You will learn the basic do's and don'ts of volunteer work.
Instructor: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism & Service Learning [back to top]

A New Look At Diversity (Gold Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, March 10, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Did you know there were laws governing how you can use the information you find on the internet? Students are constantly making ethical decisions and taking legal risks when using the internet. In this workshop, these issues will be explored using scenarios.
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

Student Leadership Practices Inventory (SLPI) (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, March 10, 4:00-5:00 pm
(Deadline for Registration is Friday, February 5)
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

In order to participate in this workshop you must be registered by Friday, February 5 (one month in advance). Students need to be involved in one or more organizations or groups in order to effectively utilize the SLPI instruments. You will receive a code to go online and complete the Leadership Practices Inventory and to invite specific individuals (observers) to provide feedback on leadership practices. This inventory is provided FREE to students who complete the process! There will be a $15 fee billed to individuals who do not complete the process after the code has been assigned. A printed inventory will be provided to each individual.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director of Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

MARCH Week 4 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 5

Leadership Styles (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Monday, March 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

MS Access 2007 Level II: Design, Create and Use Queries (Ruby)
Monday March 22, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

MS Access is a database application that allows you to enter, store, retrieve and print data related to a particular topic or purpose. This workshop will focus on the design and creation of queries (questions) that enable you to select specific information from tables.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Library Faculty [back to top]

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: Building a Corporate Training Business (Gold)
Monday, March 22, 2:00-3:00 PM
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

How do an Art History/Museum Studies major and a Speech Communication major gather the knowledge and skills to start and build a successful corporate training firm? Geneseo alumnus Deb Gaidula Rapone is president of bc&j solutions, LLC, a woman-owned small business that provides negotiation skills training to Fortune 500 corporations both domestically and abroad. Her husband and business partner, Geneseo alumnus Tom Rapone, is vice president. Deb will share what she believes are the secrets of success for starting and building your own business, as well as the perils and pitfalls along the way.
Special Guest Instructor: Deb Gaidula Rapone, Class of '81, President, bc&j solutions, LLC (www.bcjsolutions.com) [back to top]

The Smart Negotiator!® (Silver)
Monday, March 22, 3:30-4:30pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

We all negotiate every day with our friends, parents, spouses, classmates, professors, bosses, and members of our organizations. Learn how to and why you should continuously improve your skills from a Geneseo alumnus who offers corporate training in negotiations skills to Fortune 500 companies.
Special Guest Instructor: Deb Gaidula Rapone, Class of '81, President, bc&j solutions, LLC (www.bcjsolutions.com) [back to top]

Teambuilding (Silver Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, March 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Please see February 15th description.

Ethical Decisions: What Your Choices Say About You (Sapphire) or (Diamond) or (Gold)
Tuesday, March 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Personal Finance Series: Financial Planning (Bronze)
Tuesday, March 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

This session will be presented by financial planners to assist graduating seniors with planning and managing finances in the early stages of a career.
Guest Instructor: TBA [back to top]

Developing Inter-Group Relationships (Opal Certificate Requirement) (Business PD event)
Tuesday, March 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

Researching Music (Ruby)
Tuesday March 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Scores, recordings, databases, literature about music and much more lie within Milne Library's music collection, but do you know where to find them or how to use them? What is RILM or Naxos? Learn the "secrets" of advanced searching techniques, how music resources are organized, and how to easily locate and access them within Milne and beyond.
Instructor: Tracy Paradis, Library Faculty [back to top]

Remember the Titans (Opal)
Wednesday, March 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Strong leadership can come in many different styles and from a wide variety of people. Particularly in times of crisis, leadership is essential to help quell a potentially dreadful situation. This interactive workshop will involve discussion of leadership as it pertains to the award winning film, Remember the Titans, and some of the lessons it provides for us today and in the future. After taking this workshop, you will always remember the Titans!
Instructor: Isaiah Tolbert, Resident Director, Jones Hall [back to top]

Hidden Meanings...Deciphering Body Language (Bronze)
Wednesday, March 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacV ittie College Union Room 322/323

How do you know people are saying what they mean? Come learn a few body language "tells" and tips for interviews, meetings, relationships, and day-to-day interactions. This workshop will help you prepare for job interviews, graduate school interviews, and give you general tips for day to day life.
Instructor: Garry Morgan, Area Coordinator for North Village, Wyoming and Putnam Halls [back to top]

Quickly Finding Quality Information on the Web (Ruby Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday March 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 109

In today's world, the Internet is the information tool used most often, yet students frequently complain about not finding reliable, information-rich websites despite hours of searching. In this session, students will learn to find "hidden" web pages, and become skeptical investigators and sophisticated searchers. (This workshop was previously called C.S.I.: Critically Searching the Internet.)
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

MARCH Week 5 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 4

Professionalism in the Workplace: Dress & Image (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Monday, March 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

What kind of impression do you make on people? What kind of impression do you want to make? This workshop will introduce you to the typical do's and don'ts for dress and image in the workplace. In addition, you will gain an understanding of what casual dress and professional dress means and will walk away with ideas on how to make a lasting impression with your appearance.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor, Career Services [back to top]

Conflict Resolution (Silver) or (Sapphire) (Business PD Event)
Monday, March 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Conflict is a part of every group and organization. Success and growth depend on the positive resolution of conflicts that occur. This workshop will provide methods and activities that can help you effectively manage conflict and deal with difficult people in your group.
Instructor: Dr. Leonard Sancilio, Dean of Students [back to top]

MS Access 2007 Level III: Design, Create and Use Forms (Ruby)
Monday March 29, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

MS Access is a database application that allows you to enter, store, retrieve and print data related to a particular topic or purpose. This workshop will focus on the design and creation of forms used for entering and viewing information stored in a table or query.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Bad vs. Good Leadership (Gold)
Tuesday, March 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Much of the discussion in the literature on leadership centers on the concept of how to be a good and effective leader. Barbara Kellerman, Research Director of the Center for Public Leadership in the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard, concluded in her recent book, Bad Leadership, that one has to study the entire continuum of leadership from bad to good in order to understand the practice of leadership. Kellerman's book will be the starting place for a lively discussion on the practice of leadership.
Instructor: Dr. Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

Through Which Learning Style Do You Learn Best? (Silver)
Tuesday, March 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Let's Take a Privilege Walk (Opal)
Tuesday, March 30, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This interactive workshop provides a great opportunity to explore issues of privilege, power and inequality. A "privilege walk" will expose the lifelong impact of privileges and normality that we were either born into, or born without, followed by a group discussion.
Instructor: Kim Bilinski, Area Coordinator - Ontario & Seneca Halls, Residence Life [back to top]

Safe Zone Training (Silver) or (Opal)
Wednesday, March 31, 2:00-4:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Presentation Skills (Silver Certificate Requirement) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, March 31, 2:00-3:00 pm
Welles 24

This workshop is designed to help students learn how to develop effective speeches and presentations, work on strategies to overcome fear of speaking in public, and utilize resources to make effective presentations.
Instructor: Dr. Andrew Herman, Associate Professor, Department of Communication [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Navigating the Credit Road (Bronze)
Wednesday, March 31, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Understanding the ins and outs of credit can be like trying to fight your way through a treacherous maze. One wrong move or turn can lead to disastrous consequences with long-lasting effects. Navigating the Credit Road leads students through the process of establishing and maintaining good credit without becoming burdened by debt. Learn how to order your credit report for free from the annual credit reporting service, read and understand the information in your credit file, how credit scores work, what things affect your credit score, how to establish and maintain good credit without going into debt, and how to live a lifestyle that uses good debt instead of bad debt.
Instructor: Chad Reflin, Director Credit Education Bureau of Rochester [back to top]

APRILWeek 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Personal Development Session (Bronze Certificate Requirement)
Make an appointment with GOLD Leader Mentor Staff
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

This session is one of the four required workshops for the bronze leadership certificate. The GOLD Leader Mentor volunteer staff members have been trained to assist you in developing a personal plan for successfully completing the GOLD Certificate Program. You need to register for this session just like all other workshops. Make an appointment at the GOLD Leadership Center in MacVittie College Union 114, or call 245-5884, or e-mail gold@geneseo.edu. The mentor staff is available between 12:00-8 PM Monday through Thursday and 12:00-5:00 PM on Fridays.
Instructors: GOLD Leader Mentors [back to top]

Six Sigma: Leadership Practices for Process Improvement (Gold) (Business PD Event)
Friday, April 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Learn about this widely-used business tool that has helped Fortune 500 companies improve their performance and create effective leaders.
Instructor: Dan Ward '87, Senior Vice President, Q&P Engineer Executive, Bank of America [back to top]

APRIL Week 2 | Week 1 | Week 3 | Week 4

Pearls of Wisdom from Successful Leaders: Doing the Right Thing (Gold)
Monday, April 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Cynthia Oswald is the President of the Livingston County Chamber of Commerce and has a distinguished record of transformational and ethical leadership throughout her career. Oswald will share her experiences and leadership stories and inspire you to make a difference in the world by "doing the right thing."
Special Guest Instructor: Cynthia Oswald, President, Livingston County Chamber of Commerce [back to top]

Developing Your Supervision Skills (Emerald)
Monday, April 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Cross-Cultural Problem Solving (Opal Certificate Requirement)
Monday, April 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

Learning to Live with Conflict and the D.C. Beltway at Rush Hour (Silver) or (Sapphire)
(Business PD Event)
Monday, April 5, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Life and leadership involve conflict, and getting people to work together effectively involves learning to live with conflict. Conflict is often seen as a negative phenomenon to be ignored, avoided or eliminated as quickly as possible. Perception shapes reality, and the way we think about conflict matters! In line with Peter Senge's notion of the learning organization, this session will explore the perception of conflict as a lesson and our capacity to learn and grow from the experience of conflict.
Instructor: Bob Hall, President of Learning to Live with Conflict, Inc. [back to top]

The Indirect Leader: How to Boss People Around without Being Bossy (Silver)
Tuesday, April 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Overtly directing people to attain a work or organizational objective (bossing) can backfire as a leadership tactic. Indirect leadership relies on shared vision and intrinsic motivation to achieving objectives. This workshop will compare direct and indirect leadership styles.
Instructor: Dr. Kenneth Kallio, Associate Professor, Psychology [back to top]

Crucial Confrontations: Where Do You Stand? (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, April 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Leadership in Health Care: Being an Advocate for Healthy Personal and Community Lifestyle (Bronze)
Tuesday, April 6, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

This session will explore ways in which individuals can impact the lives of their families, friends and community by promoting health life habits.
Instructor: Dr. Steven Radi, Medical Director, Health & Counseling [back to top]

Using DIIGO Bookmarking Tool (Ruby)
Tuesday April 6, 2:00-3:00
Milne Library Room 104

No longer do you need to print web pages to highlight and take personalized notes! Diigo is a powerful research and collaboration tool that can help you save, organize, and share what you discover on the web. Students will learn how to save, annotate, tag and share their favorite sites while creating their own personal archive.
Instructor: Tracy Paradis, Library Faculty [back to top]

Starpower (Opal)
Wednesday, April 7, 2:00-3:30 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This provocative leadership game allows participants to play with power. It is a simulation of the distribution of power in society. Student with majors in education, political science, business, sociology, psychology and communication may find this game of particular interest, but all students are welcome to attend.
Instructor: Kevin Hahn, Area Coordinator - Steuben and Saratoga, Residence Life [back to top]

Discover the Seven Secrets of Schmoozing Success (Silver) or (Emerald) (Business PD Event)
Wednesday, April 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Getting ready for that first job? Wondering how to make people delighted that you are working with them? Explore the skills for proper handshakes, making small talk, cubicle courtesy, remembering names, maintaining the "proper" distance, where to sit in a meeting , writing thank-you's, and more.
Instructor: Ginni Jurkowski, Lecturer, Communication Department [back to top]

Personal Finance Series: Investing in the Stock Market (Bronze)
Wednesday, April 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Student managers of the Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) at Geneseo will share their recent experience buying and selling stocks. Learn from their School of Business training and their hands on experience with financial analysis, searching for opportunities, and managing a portfolio. This session will provide tips and tools you will need to get started with investing in the stock market.
Instructors: SMIF Mangers: Nick Cangialosi, Doug Ornstein & Zubair Daewood [back to top]

Citing Sources in English and History (Ruby)
Wednesday April 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 109

Participants will practice writing bibliography entries and footnotes in both MLA and Turabian/Chicago styles. The workshop will cover tricky entries for reprinted articles, essays in collections, and primary sources like oral histories and interviews.
Instructor: Sue Ann Brainard, Library Faculty [back to top]

APRIL Week 3 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 4

Taking the Next Steps (Opal Certificate Requirement)
Monday, April 12, 2:00-3:00 pm
MOSAIC, MacVittie College Union, Room 130A

This workshop is designed for juniors and seniors planning to enter the workforce upon graduation. Your first year on the job can have a significant impact on the progress of your career. What action will you take to make a strong impression on your co-workers and supervisors? Come and learn about goal setting, presenting a professional image, office etiquette and developing a positive relationship with the most important person during that first year - your supervisor.
Instructor: Kerrie Bondi, Career Counselor, Career Services [back to top]

MS Access 2007 Level IV: Design, Create and Use Reports (Ruby)
Monday April 12, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

MS Access is a database application that allows you to enter, store, retrieve and print data related to a particular topic or purpose. This workshop will focus on the design and creation of reports that enable you to analyze and print data in a specific format.
Instructor: Steve Dresbach, Technology Instructor, Milne Library [back to top]

Decision Making with Character (Bronze)
Tuesday, April 13, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Have you been in a group meeting when you can't get anyone to agree on something? Have you been involved with an organization where one stubborn member always drags things out? Then this is the session for you! We will look at the everyday challenges groups face in making decisions and how practicing the skills of consensus building will help your group make better and more inclusive decisions.
Instructor: Charles (Chip) Matthews, Director, College Union and Activities [back to top]

Stress Management (Bronze) (Business PD Event)
Tuesday, April 13, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Hunt Room

Poster Sessions: I've been Accepted, Now what do I do? (Emerald)
Wednesday, April 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

You spend a lot of time researching your topic and creating an attractive poster. You know what time you have to be at the poster session, where your space is, and how to display your material. What else do you need to know? At poster sessions at conferences or at GREAT Day, there are large crowds and lots of noise. Or there might be few people who quickly walk past the displays. How do you attract people to your display? Which people are there because they really are curious about your research? How do you decide whether a brief overview or a more in-depth conversation is appropriate? What do you say? How can you best showcase your work? The skills identified in this workshop will enhance your interactions at poster session or at business trade shows.
Instructor: Ginni Jurkowski, Lecturer, Communication Department [back to top]

Recognition of Child Abuse: What Happens Next? (Sapphire)
Wednesday, April 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

Using the Zotero Firefox Extension to Manage Your Research Articles and Citations (Ruby)
Wednesday, April 14, 2:00-3:00 pm
Milne Library Room 104

Find out how to use your Firefox web browser to gather, store, and create citations for your research papers. Students will learn to capture and save research sources and export them into a word document in the citation style of their choice.
Instructor: Justina Elmore, Library Faculty [back to top]

APRIL Week 4 | Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3

Affirmative Action (Emerald) or (Opal)
Monday, April 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

This session will explore the ethical and legal aspects of Affirmative Action. Participants will learn the basic tenants of Affirmative Action and how it affects the workplace.
Instructor: Gloria Lopez, Associate Director for Human Resources and Director of Affirmative Action [back to top]

GOLD Leadership Presentations (Gold)
Monday, April 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Each student completing the Gold level Leadership Certificate this semester will share his/her perspectives on leadership through a brief five-minute presentation at one of the two informal sessions on either April 19 or 21. The documents required for the Personal Development Model must be submitted by Friday, April 9 to the Director of Leadership Education, Development and Training [back to top]

Fostering Creativity (Silver)
Monday, April 19, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 322/323

Vibrant and successful organizations and leaders encourage and foster creativity. Find out what it is and how you can use it to bring out the best in your members. Discover how diverging and converging can be sued to solve and resolve problems.
Instructor: Joe VanRemmen, Inspector, University Police [back to top]

Civic Engagement Immersion Project: Phase II: Structured Reflection (Diamond Certificate Requirement)
Tuesday, April 20, Time TBA
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Leaders must be able to think clearly about complex issues and act in an appropriate and responsible way. In order to make connections between your Civic Engagement Immersion Project and the larger social community, you will be required to reflect on your experience in a structured manner and to make a brief presentation in the Great Day Program. After the reflection and presentation, you will produce a written reflection and short structured report on your service project that will be distributed to the instructors as well as to the supervisor(s) of your service site. This will be another step in continuing a public dialogue between you and your community partner.
Instructors: Dr. David Parfitt, Director, Teaching & Learning Center; Dr.Tom Matthews, Director, Leadership Education, Development & Training [back to top]

GOLD Leadership Presentations (Gold)
Wednesday, April 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
GOLD Leadership Center, MacVittie College Union, Room 114

Volunteer Involvement Reflection (Sapphire Certificate Requirement)
Wednesday, April 21, 2:00-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Room 319

All students pursuing the Sapphire Volunteerism & Leadership Certificate are required to participate for a minimum of twenty hours in a volunteer activity. The activity should be an approved volunteer opportunity by the SUNY Geneseo Volunteer Center. This session will provide an opportunity for students to share their volunteer experiences.
Instructor: Kay Fly, Coordinator, Volunteerism & Service Learning [back to top]

Leadership Awards and Recognition Ceremony
Wednesday, April 28, 1:30-3:00 pm
MacVittie College Union Ballroom

This annual awards ceremony will include a variety of leadership awards to student organizations and student leaders such as The President's Outstanding Achievement Awards for Student Organizations; GOLD Outstanding Advisor Award; Who's Who in American Colleges Awards; Student Association Leadership, Service & Diversity Awards; PATH Awards; and GOLD Leadership Certificate Program recipients. Students who have earned, or expect to earn, leadership certificates this academic year, and who wish to receive the certificates at the ceremony, should register for this event in advance. All other students earning certificates may pick up the certificates in MacVittie 353 any weekday after the ceremony. [back to top]