Connections_2014 - Central Michigan University
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Connections_2014 - Central Michigan University
BUILT TO LAST CONNECTIONS 2014 Connections onnections about the leadership institute Founded in 1997, the Leadership Institute serves as the coordinating body for all CMU leadership programs. Central Michigan University is recognized as the premier institution for the development of Michigan’s next generation of ethical leaders. CMU is the first university in Michigan to offer a leadership minor, and the Leader Advancement Scholarship program is the only program of its kind in the nation. The Institute offers programs for students at varying stages of leadership experience. Each year aspiring leaders are encouraged to participate in Leadership Camp and Leadership Safari. Emerging leaders are ideally suited for the Alpha Leadership Experience. Experienced campus leaders can benefit from programs such as Ignite Leadership, the LeaderShape Institute and here at this weekend’s Connections Conference. CMU’s student leadership programs serve over 7,000 students ranging in age from grades 6-12 to university level. Organizations wishing to develop in six areas of organizational effectiveness are encouraged to enlist the services of the Leadership Institute Interns, known better as “LInterns”. The LInterns offer customized trainings, workshops, and retreats. For additional information call (989) 774 - LEAD (5323) or visit us online at www.cmich.edu/cmulead. @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 welcome to connections Welcome to Connections 2K14! We are very excited about Connections, and our hope is to provide you with a conference experience unlike any you have ever attended. Insightful speakers, stimulating roundtables, and dynamic workshops lie at the heart of Connections. Enjoy your time in Traverse City, as we guide you in a positive direction and aid you as you strive to improve your campus and community. This weekend you will have the opportunity to build your leadership network and make connections with others who share your desire to create a better world. built to last Jesi Parker Dan Gaken Assistant Director Leadership Institute Director Leadership Institute connect with us We encourage the respectful use of social media during Connections, particularly Twitter. The official hashtag of the Connections Conference is #Connections2014. Please use this hashtag in your posts so others can easily follow and find your tweets. Please always be respectful and professional with your comments. To learn more about upcoming CMU Leadership Institute programs and events “like” our Facebook page or check out our website! @CMU_Leadership www.facebook.com/cmulead www.facebook.com/cmulead CMU_Leadership www.cmich.edu/cmulead CMU CMU Leadership Leadership Institute Institute www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections conference information CONFERENCE OFFICE The Connections Conference Office is located in Eagles Landing Board Room in the Great Wolf Lodge. The Conference Office will also serve as lost and found. Following the Connections Conference lost and found items can be sought at the CMU Police Department. CONFERENCE IDENTIFICATION Security procedures require that all participants wear their name badges at all times. Additionally, name badges are required for admission to each event. Lost badges may be replaced at the Conference Office. Please wear your badges at all times to assist conference and hotel staff in identifying you as a registered participant. CELL PHONES & ELECTRONIC DEVICES In an effort to produce an environment conducive to learning, and to respect conference speakers and presenters, we ask that all cell phones be turned off or to silent operation while Connections is in session. The conference schedule affords ample time to make phone calls during breaks. As a sign of respect for speakers and staff please refrain from using iPods or other devices requiring headphones during this event. ALCOHOL POLICY The legal age for alcohol consumption and possession in Michigan is 21. Open intoxicants are also prohibited in public areas. Michigan law denotes hotel lobbies and hallways as public areas. The Connections Conference Staff is committed to providing a safe and educational environment for all participants and will not allow alcohol to be carried into any events. Any violation of these polices will result in immediate dismissal from the conference and the cancellation of your lodging. In addition, students violating these policies will be referred to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities for disciplinary action. SMOKING POLICY Michigan law requires persons who smoke to do so at least 25 feet from the Great Wolf Lodge. USE OF IMAGES Photographs taken during the Connections Leadership Conference may be used by the Leadership Institute and or Central Michigan University in a variety of capacities. Your attendance at conference functions implies your permission to use your image. EMERGENCIES In the event of an emergency immediately locate Jesi Parker or another Leadership Institute staff member. If additional assistance is required please call a hotel operator. Remember, in situations where there are immediate safety concerns always dial 911. @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 CONFERENCE STAFF dan gaken In addition to serving as the Director of the Leadership Institute, Dan serves on the Games Committee for Special Olympics Michigan, volunteers for the Admissions Office, and is the advisor for Habitat for Humanity. Dan’s first book, Leadership & Service: An Introduction, which he co-authored with Senator George McGovern and Dr. Donald Simmons, was published in 2008 by Kendall/Hunt Publishing. jesi parker Jesi works closely with the student coordinators to offer Leadership Institute programs such as the Alpha Leadership Experience, Connections Conference, Ignite Leadership and the LeaderShape Institute. In addition to leadership programming, Jesi enjoys teaching LDR 200: Introduction to Leadership and serving as an Academic Orientation advisor. In her spare time Jesi volunteers for Special Olympics Michigan and also is a Leadership Program Team National Officer and an advisor for Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority. jeremy heinlein Jeremy is a recent CMU graduate, and currently the Administrative Assistant for the Leadership Institute. Jeremy enjoys preparing the next generation of leaders, and making a positive impact in people’s lives and the community around him. He is also heavily involved with Special Olympics Michigan. A former Public Relations Intern with Special Olympics, Jeremy remains on the committees for the CMU Homecoming 5K, and the Mt. Pleasant Polar Plunge. along with both coaching and playing in CMU-SOMI Project Unify® intramural sports program. alexandra bunce Alexandra is a senior majoring in Exercise Science: Kinesiology with a minor in Psychology and plans to attend graduate school for Physical Therapy. This is Alexandra’s second year serving as a Connections Conference coordinator. Alexandra is involved in the Pre Physical Therapy Club and Leadership Safari. She has participated in the LeaderShape Institute and also served as an Alpha Leadership Experience Facilitator, HPS 101 teaching assistant, Colleges against Cancer committee, and the Health Professions Residential College anthony cavataio Anthony is a junior studying Commercial Recreation: Event Management with minors in Leadership and Advertising. Anthony is the Vice President of Phi Kappa Tau and is a Leader Advancement Scholar. Anthony is also a core guide for the Leadership Safari program, a student mentor for Academic Orientation, and is a Greek Week coordinator for the Interfraternity Council. samantha johnson Samantha is a senior studying Elementary Education with minors in Math, Reading and Leadership. She is a member of Alpha Chi Omega, Kappa Delta Epsilon, and the 2011 Leader Advancement Scholar class. Samantha is also the president of the upcoming Study Abroad Alumni Association and this year’s Sibs Weekend and works in the Student Activities and Involvement Center as an event planner, student assistant, and works closely with student organizations on campus. www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections saturday 11.08.14 10:30 - 12:00 PM Connections Conference Registration, White Pine Foyer 11:30 - 1:00 PM Conference Opening and Lunch, White Pine Ballroom 1:00 - 2:15 PM Northwest A: Northwest B: White Pine D: Fallen Timbers A: Fallen Timbers B: Institute Session One 2:30 - 3:15 PM Educational Session One Northwest A: Northwest B: Fallen Timbers A: Fallen Timbers B: Beyond The Degrees Bo Parker and Brandon Wulf The Dirty Dozen Erin Smith-Gaken Missions, Goals, and Objectives: The Essentials of Your Toolbox Georgina Main and Kaela Humm Get Inside the Box Steely Pegg and Taylor Gehrcke 3:30 - 4:15 PM Learning Communities Institute Leader Advancement Scholars Institute General Leadership - Gold Institute General Leadership - Maroon Institute Residence Life Institute Educational Session Two Northwest A: The Dating Game: Job Edition Erik Simon, Rob VanDorin, Elizabeth Heintzkill and Heather Masters Northwest B: Tapped into Awareness Shannon Jolliff-Dettore and Jon Humiston Fallen Timbers A: Have Your Cake, and Eat It Too Jasmine Chatten and Erin Chatten Fallen Timbers B: Leadership Through the Eyes of Disney Steely Pegg and Ashley Watters 4:30 - 5:15 PM Educational Session Three Northwest A: Northwest B: Fallen Timbers A: Fallen Timbers B: Killing Creativity Bo Parker and Carolyn Parker Foundational Attitudes and Attributes of Great Leaders Harley Blake In Order to Lead, I Need You to Follow Jamie Brown You’re In the Club, Now What? Levi Hanson and Sam Strahl 5:15 - 6:00 PM Hotel Registration Please return to the White Pine Foyer to pick up your hotel room key 6:00 PM Networking Dinner, White Pine Ballroom 7:00 PMFree Time The Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark will be open for your use and enjoyment until 10:00 PM. 10:30 PM Magic With Trino and Pizza Party, White Pine Ballroom @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 meet the committee The 2K14 Committee Cassy Daoust Sam Johnson Anthony Cavataio Alexadra Bunce Lauren Czarnowczan Shelby Harris David Walter Pat Salo Alyssa June Not Pictured: Katie Neu CONFERENCE MISSION The Connections Leadership Conference will provide students with an opportunity to come together to exchange ideas to further advance their organizations, strengthen their leadership ability, and foster new networking opportunities. CONFERENCE VISION The Connections Leadership Conference will improve the overall educational experience of students at Michigan colleges and universities by inspiring, developing, and supporting the leaders of our campuses. institute session faculty The Central Michigan University Leadership Institute would like to recognize the members of CMU faculty and staff who have agreed to present the curriculum for the 2K14 Connections Conference Institutes. LEARNING COMMUNITIES INSTITUTE Austin Pearson, HPRC Peer Mentor Shanna Britt, HPRC Peer Mentor Jill Johnson-Hilty, Director of the EHSRC Pat Cwiek, Director of the HPRC GENERAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - GOLD Crystal Sattleberg, Assistant Director of Admissions Dan Gaken, Director of the Leadership Institute RESIDENCE LIFE INSTITUTE GENERAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - MAROON Bill O’Dell, Residence Hall Director Chelsea Belote, Assistant Director of Student Success Office Sybil Jacob, Residence Life Graduate Assistant Adam Cable, Leadership Institute Alumni LEADER ADVANCEMENT SCHOLAR INSTITUTE Brad Kloha, Director of Administration of Enrollment Student Services Jeremy Heinlein, Leadership Institute Administrative Assistant www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections conference sessions 22.1: From Connections & Beyond- Bo Parker and Carolyn Parker Over the course of a lifetime the average human has 22.1 billion heartbeats. As emerging leaders, are you making sure each one of those heartbeats count? During this session we will help guide discussion and reflection in finding personal compass towards your leadership legacy, for both tomorrow and fifty years down the road. Through activities and discussion this interactive program aims to encapsulate the lessons learned over the Connections Conference and give further insight to how to continue moving towards your leadership legacy in your organizations. Beyond The Degrees- Bo Parker and Brandon Wulf It is estimated we experience approximately hundred-plus interactions during an average day. From these interactions we influence others in ways we are aware of and not so aware of. This session aims to explore this influence and how to make more honest, sincere, and authentic connections in your daily life. From the emerging field of Network Theory, to Stanley Milgram’s “six degrees of separation”, we’ll go beyond the degrees and explore how connected our world is. More importantly we’ll discuss the real world applications to better your real world relationships and empower others to do the same! Building Leadership Skills That Last- Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson, Dr. Holly Hoffman, & Jamie Brown Students who serve in leadership roles often have limited education or training regarding building a strong leadership foundation. This presentation will discuss the perspectives of three academic leaders and share their insights regarding their various leadeship roles and experiences. The content centers on building individual leadership capacity and exploring opportunities for future growth. Join us for this light hearted yet serious discussion regarding leadership opportunities, skills, and lessons learned. Eat That Frog! Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Things Done- Harley Blake Making a good plan is only half of the battle. Actually doing it is a skill all in itself! Mark Twain said “if you eat a live frog first thing in the morning nothing worse will happen to you the rest of the day”...This workshop explores the disciplines involved in “eating frogs”, a metaphor for doing the hard thing! Stop procrastinating and take this workshop...or should I say, take this workshop and stop procrastinating! Foundational Attitudes and Attributes of Great Leaders- Harley Blake The journey to becoming a person who is recognized as a great leader can be short or long. Much depends on how quickly one grasps and lives out the foundational characteristics of effective leaders explored in this workshop. Several activities will be used to help participants to experience and feel these time tested principles, thereby increasing the likelihood that they will be embraced and applied. Get Inside the Box- Steely Pegg and Taylor Gehrcke This session will be based around the Meyers-Briggs (MBTI) personality assessment created almost 100 years ago; yet is still one of the most widely used assessments. You will be able to engage in a quick MBTI assessment and get into the “box” as we breakdown the 16 different personality types in a fun and interactive way. In addition to better understanding our natural preferences, we will also discuss how this helps us better understand group dynamics and creates a strength based environment. Have Your Cake, and Eat It Too! An In-Depth Look of Leadership and Power- Jasmine Chatten and Erin Chatten Do you want to have your cake and eat it too? Do you consider your self a powerful leader or a leader with power? In this presentation you will learn about the models of power and how to effectively use your power in a positive and influential way that will create harmony within your own group and, or organization. In Order to Lead I Need to You To Follow- Jamie Brown It would be really easy to lead if everyone would just listen! Are you often challenged as a leader dealing with your followers? Do you find your group has a great idea but no one knows how to get there? Does your style fit what your group needs to be successful? Situational leadership may just help you get your group unstuck and moving forward for the future. @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 sunday 11.09.14 8:00 - 8:50 AM Breakfast Buffet, White Pine Ballroom 9:00 - 9:45 AM Educational Session Four Northwest A: Building Leadership Skills That Last Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson, Dr. Holly Hoffman, and Jamie Brown Northwest B: Eat That Frog Harley Blake Fallen Timbers A: 22.1 Bo Parker and Carolyn Parker Fallen Timbers B: Withstand the Test of Time Georgina Main and Kaela Humm 10:00 - 11:30 AM Northwest A: Northwest B: White Pine D: Fallen Timbers A: Fallen Timbers B: Institute Session Two 11:30 - 12:00 PM Guest Room Check Out and Bus Loading, White Pine Foyer Learning Communities Institute Leader Advancement Scholars Institute General Leadership - Gold Institute General Leadership - Maroon Institute Residence Life Institute Following your final Institute Session please return to your guest room to collect your belongings. Proceed to the White Pine Foyer and a member of the Connections Committee will collect your key to complete your checkout. After checking out of your guest room, lunch will be available in the foyer outside of the White Pine Ballroom. Once you have obtained a boxed lunch, please find a seat on a motor coach so that we may depart Traverse City on time. Buses leave at noon. After Connections Would you like to do more to improve your campus or student organization? To access Institute Session materials or schedule a training for your department please contact the Leadership Institute at (989) 774-5323 or [email protected]. A conference evaluation will be emailed to you within one week following the Connections Conference. We are continually striving to improve the program, and your feedback is greatly valued. Please take a moment to complete our program evaluation. Would you like to assist with Connections TWENTY15? Please email Jesi Parker at [email protected] to request an application for the 2015 Connections Conference Committee. www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections conference speakers Harley Blake Harley Blake is the Manager of Professional Development Programs at Central Michigan University. He has over 30 years of experience in developing and delivering educational programming, and has presented at the state, national, and international level on such topics as leadership, performance management, facilitation, and the finer art of frog catching. He is joyfully married and is the father of four children (with whom he still enjoys catching a frog or two). Jamie Brown Jamie Brown is a faculty member in the RPL Department at CMU where she oversees the Leadership minor. Jamie has served as the interim Director of Multicultural Academic Student Services, an Academic Advisor, Assistant Director of Student Life, and as the Calkins Hall Director. She is a proud CMU alum with an MA in Educational Administration and Community Leadership, holds a BS from Indiana University and is currently working on her PhD at MSU. Erin Chatten Erin Chatten is a first year Graduate Assistant in the office of Undergraduate Admissions at Oakland University. Erin received her undergraduate degree in Integrative Studies at Oakland University and is working on receiving her Masters in Higher Education Leadership. As an undergraduate, Erin was involved in Greek Life, the campus radio station, and was a campus tour guide. In her spare time, Erin enjoys hiking outdoors and listening to live music. Jasmine Chatten Jasmine Chatten is a third year professional with the Department of University Recreation at Central Michigan University. She has been involved with the Leadership Institute as a Cluster Facilitator for the 2014 LeaderShape Institute. Jasmine, enjoys working with students especially in terms of leadership development. In her spare time she enjoys fitness class at the Student Activity Center and spending time with her sister, Erin Chatten. Taylor Gehrcke Taylor Gehrcke is a senior majoring in political science with a minor in leadership and certificate in cultural competence. He is currently the Celani Multicultural Advisor and works closely with Steely to help advise Saxe/Herrig/Celani Hall Council. Additionally Taylor is a Conference Hall Director, Model United Nations Head Delegate and SGA Treasurer. Taylor also served as the President of College Democrats and is politically active in leadership roles on a local and state-wide level. Levi Hanson Levi is a senior studying integrated science and history for secondary education. After graduating he plans on moving to Massachusetts to become a teacher and eventually move into school administration. When he’s not CMU’ing, Levi enjoys everything fall related, movies, and spending time with his friends and family. Elizabeth Heintzkill Career Services’ mission is to assist students and alumni in their career development and decision-making and aid in their acquisition of internships and positions of employment. Erik Simon, Assistant Director, Elizabeth Heintzkill, Career Coach, Heather Masters, Career Coach, and Rob VanDorin, Associate Director/Employer Relations, along with our staff, interns, and volunteers, are here to help you find and secure your dream job. Dr. Holly Hoffman Dr. Hoffman is the Chairperson of CMU’s Counseling and Special Education Department at CMU and proud alumni of CMU. Prior positions include serving asthe EHS Leadership Fellow. Her research interests are leadership development, workplace climates, inclusive practices, and pre-service teacher professional development. Her teaching includes courses focused on special needs and diversity in the classroom, accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and early childhood special education. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her family. @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 conference sessions Killing Creativity- Bo Parker and Carolyn Parker Steve Jobs. Thomas Edison. Leonardo DaVinci. Lady Gaga. These individuals changed the course of human history with their creativity. You (yes, you!) can join their ranks! While creativity is often thought as a black and white concept - either you have it or you don’t - this presentation will help blur your preconceived notions of your definitions of creativity. We will explore how creativity can be applied to your organization and leadership style. This presentation will suit both creative thinkers and those who have labeled themselves as “non-creative”. Leadership Through the Eyes of Disney- Steely Pegg and Ashley Watters If you like Disney or want to reflect on congruence this session is for you! This time will give you a chance to reconnect with some of your favorite childhood characters and their individual leadership qualities. Come join us as we take a deeper look at DIMENSION DESCRIPTION to the struggle of staying true to our values when leading through challenging times. Missions, Goals, and Objectives: The Essentials of Your Toolbox- Georgina Main and Kaela Humm Don’t get caught aimlessly wandering through life. Create a mission statement for your life, goals for your future, and objectives to help you get there. This interactive session will offer helpful guidelines to support you in completing this for yourself and organizations you are involved in. Examples of personal and organizational mission statements, goals, and objectives will be presented. Tapped Into Awareness: Leadership and Privilege- Shannon Jolliff-Dettore and Jon Humiston Tapped Into Awareness: Leadership and Privilege, is an interactive session designed to engage participants in dialogue around how we show up in our leadership positions. Participants will engage in an immersion activity followed by open dialogue about how those we lead might interpret our leadership based upon our individual perceived privilege. We all hold some type of privilege, you will leave the session with a better understanding of how to use your privilege in a positive way to impact your leadership style as well as those you lead. The Dating Game (Job Edition): Connecting Students to Employers- Career Services Staff As a proud Chippewa, you have skills and experiences that employers are looking for. With so many options, it’s difficult to find and secure your perfect match and dream job. Become a member of our studio audience and follow along with your host, Erik Simon, to see how candidates Heather Masters and Elizabeth Heintzkill connect with employer Rob VanDorin through this interactive and entertaining session. The Dirty Dozen- Erin Smith-Gaken As leaders we are all faced with decisions each day. This program will be an interactive discussion about the “Dirty Dozen,” the top twelve rationalizations and excuses we use when making unethical or immoral decisions. This presentation will have you critically evaluate your decision making process while in a leadership role but also in everyday life. You’re In The Club, Now What?- Sam Strahl and Levi Hanson Everyone wants to be “in the club”, but as we all know, not everyone can be. This program aims to help campus leaders and members of organizations to remember what it was like when being in the club was something to aspire to, rather than a reality, and to help recognize the importance of maintaining and fostering relationships with those that are not in the club. Withstand the Test of Time: Time Management for Success- Georgina Main and Kaela Humm Feel like you never have enough time? Need to get more hours out of your day? Come learn how to make priorities and manage your time effectively. See how you can take control of your time to fit all the things you want to do with all the things you need to do. www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections conference speakers Steely Pegg Steely Pegg is a two-time CMU alum with a bachelor’s degree in communication/recreation along with a master’s degree in educational leadership. Steely is currently a Residence Hall Director and also works as an advisor with the Alternative Breaks program. Additionally, Steely is a graduate of the Leader Advancement Scholar program and a former Leadership Camp Coordinator. Both programs she attributes greatly to her development as a person, professional, and social justice advocate. Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson began her position as Dean for the College of Education and Human Services at Central Michigan in July 2012. She holds tenure and the rank of professor in the Department of Counseling and Special Education. Dr. Pehrsson is a distinguished author and an international expert regarding child counseling and play therapy. She is well respected for her work in counselor education student development and faculty mentorship. Erik Simon Career Services’ mission is to assist students and alumni in their career development and decision-making and aid in their acquisition of internships and positions of employment. Erik Simon, Assistant Director, Elizabeth Heintzkill, Career Coach, Heather Masters, Career Coach, and Rob VanDorin, Associate Director/Employer Relations, along with our staff, interns, and volunteers, are here to help you find your dream job. Erin Smith-Gaken Erin Smith-Gaken is the Assistant Director of Admissions for the College of Education and Human Services at Central Michigan University. She is proud CMU Alumna, receiving both her bachelor and master’s degree at CMU. She currently serves as the advisor for the Organization of Women Leaders (OWLS) on campus, is an instructor for COM 101, and enjoys any and all opportunities to interact with students. Sam Strahl Sam is a senior studying Geology and Biology, and hopes to one day clean water all across the world. She is currently an intern for the Leadership Institute and facilitates leadership training for Registered Student Organizations on CMU’s campus. Sam is also a Resident Assistant for Herrig Hall and assisted with CMU Orientation this past summer. When she is not working, Sam likes to drink coffee and knit scarves. Ashley Watters Ashley Watters is a CMU graduate student completing her master’s degree in professional counseling where she also attained her Bachelor of Social Work degree. In addition to being a graduate assistant in the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center, Ashley was very active in Residence Life. She has served as a Celani/Fabiano RA and also the Leadership Camp Program Coordinator. Ashley is excited to share her passion for social change through this session. Brandon Wulf Brandon Wulf currently serves as the Director of Business and Enrollment Initiatives for the College of Science in Technology. He previously worked at CMU in Enrollment Student Services for two years, the College of Science and Technology for three years, and prior to that in the Office of Residence Life as the Thorpe Residence Hall Director. Brandon also earned his Bachelors degree in Political Science and a Masters degree in Educational Leadership from Central Michigan University. Rob VanDorin Career Services’ mission is to assist students and alumni in their career development and decision-making and aid in their acquisition of internships and positions of employment. Erik Simon, Assistant Director, Elizabeth Heintzkill, Career Coach, Heather Masters, Career Coach, and Rob VanDorin, Associate Director/Employer Relations, along with our staff, interns, and volunteers, are here to help you find and secure your dream job. @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 conference speakers Jon Humiston Jon is the Assistant Director in Undergraduate Academic Services for CMU. As the Assistant Director, Jon works with the graduation auditing team. What he appreciates most about his work is the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students. Prior to his current position, Jon spent five years with the President’s Office as the Student Ombuds Officer and also worked in the Affirmative Action Office investigating harassment/discrimination complaints for over 10 years. During his time with the Affirmative Action Office, he also spent a year and a half as director for the Office of Gay and Lesbian Programs. Kaela Humm Kaela Humm currently serves as an academic advisor at Central Michigan University. She has previously worked in agricultural research and as an academic advisor at Mid Michigan Community College. Kaela enjoys working with high school student leaders through sports and the FFA organization. She completed her undergraduate degree in earth science education at CMU and is pursuing a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration. She enjoys working with student leaders from across campus. Shannon Jolliff-Dettore In October of 2008, Shannon Jolliff-Dettore was hired as the director of The Office of LGBTQ Services at Central Michigan University. As the director, Shannon is responsible for providing educational programming, supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally identified students, faculty and staff, training the CMU community on providing a safe and inclusive campus for LGBTQ students, faculty and staff, and providing interactive classroom programming. Georgina Main Georgina Main currently serves her as an academic advisor at Central Michigan University. She has previously served as an assistant director of admissions at CMU. She completed her undergraduate degree in child development at CMU and is a proud supporter of the university. She enjoys working with student leaders in all capacities across campus. Georgina currently serves as one of the advisors for the registered student organization, St. Jude’s Up Til Dawn program. Heather Masters Career Services’ mission is to assist students and alumni in their career development and decision-making and aid in their acquisition of internships and positions of employment. Erik Simon, Assistant Director, Elizabeth Heintzkill, Career Coach, Heather Masters, Career Coach, and Rob VanDorin, Associate Director/Employer Relations, along with our staff, interns, and volunteers, are here to help you find and secure your dream job. Bo Parker William (Bo) Parker currently serves as a Residence Hall Director of Sweeney Hall. Bo is a proud CMU alumni, completing both his Bachelors Degree in Interpersonal Communication (2008) and Masters Degree in Communication Research (2011). Bo previously worked at Alma College for CMU’s Office of Residence Life, as a Graduate Assistant and Resident Assistant. Bo is passionate about communication, creativity, and helping others find their “space jam”. Carolyn Parker Carolyn Parker currently works as a Speech-Language Pathologist through the Gratiot-Isabella RESD. Carolyn is a member of the “double alumni” club - earning her Bachelors Degree in Communication Disorders (2010), and a Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (2013), both from CMU. Carolyn has served the CMU community as a Resident Assistant, and a Graduate Assistant in the Mary Ellen Brandell Volunteer Center. She thrives on discovering creative solutions to help others find their voice. www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections networking session PEOPLE RESOURCES NOTES @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 RESLIFE MAROON INSTITUTE LEADER ADVANCEMENT SCHOLARSHIP INSTITUTE GOLD INSTITUTE LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITEES www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections assessing the community BEHAVIORS TO BEGIN BEHAVIORS TO END BEHAVIORS TO CONTINUE BEHAVIORS TO DECREASE BEHAVIORS TO INCREASE DEVELOPED BY DAN GAKEN OF THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE BASED UPON DENNIS KINLAW’S HANDBOOK OF LEADERSHIP TRAINING ACTIVITIES AND JONES & BEARLEY’S TEAM BOOK @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 community asset chart Individual Institutional Governmental Organizational Physical Cultural www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections action planning Once you and your organization have completed a needs assessment process, you can set some goals and begin to map your efforts towards the achievement of these goals. The following method of action planning allows for your organization to identify key elements of your project, construct a breakdown of the tasks needed to accomplish the goal, and develop an organizational structure to assess the development of the project. • Objectives. purpose of of thethe goal; attainable goals areare Objectives.Establish Establishthe the purpose goal; attainable goals concrete, achievable, and measurable. concrete, achievable, and measurable. • Tasks. Specific tasks needed to complete the goal are identified. • Tasks. Specific tasks needed to complete the goal are identified. • Responsibilities. Individuals or groups are assigned tasks or detailed • Responsibilities. Individuals or groups are to assigned tasks detailed and specific components of tasks that are be done by aorcertain date or time. and specific components of tasks that are to be done by a certain date or time. • Organization. Identification of member roles, functions, and relationships. This is of particular importance in large projects. • Organization. Identification of member roles, functions, and relationships. is of any particular importance in large projects. • Resources.This Identify resources available to the person(s) responsible for the task. Limits may be imposed as well, as is often the case when discussing funding. • Resources. Identify any resources available to the person(s) responsible for the task. Limits may be imposed as well, as is often the case when • Progress Check. A schedule that outlines the sequence and time discussing funding. milestones will be reached. Identify times for the team to meet and determine if the progress in the project is also progress towards the goal. Decide when, if needed plansthat may be changed. • Progress Check. A schedule outlines the sequence and time milestones will be reached. Identify times for the team to meet and determine if the progress in the project is also progress towards the goal. Decide when, if needed plans may be changed. DEVELOPED BY DAN GAKEN OF THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE BASED UPON DENNIS KINLAW’S HANDBOOK OF LEADERSHIP TRAINING ACTIVITIES AND JONES & BEARLEY’S TEAM BOOK @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 Introduction assessing the community The Organizational Needs Assesment Tool was developed in collaboration with the CMU Leadership Institute and Dr. Stephen Wagner, I/O Psychology. Its purpose is to inform student organizations, campus departments, or other organizations about the dimensions of effective organizations. This assessment allows an organization to measure their effectiveness in these six areas. The goal of any organization is to fulfill its duties in a manner that is most beneficial for both the organization and its members. There are six dimensions that contribute to organizational effectiveness. The table below outlines these dimensions. DIMENSION DESCRIPTION Leadership Taking initiative to inform members of the current status of the organization. The ability to take input and criticism from other members of the organization. Motivation Organizational members possess enthusiasm to participate and complete projects or organizational activities. i i g Conflict Management i g i i s Resolution of conflicts that may arise between members. Goal Setting Organizational members understand the vision and purpose of organizational activities and future plans. Teamwork The ability for organizational members to work together to finish projects or activities. Meeting Efficiency The goals of organizational meetings are met with minimum unrelated interruptions. Each of these characteristics is necessary for a successful organization. These six dimensions are interrelated processes that facilitate organizational functioning. Think of each of these dimensions as a part of a wall surrounding a body of water. The purpose of the wall is to hold the water in place, ensuring a sufficient water level. Even if only one section of the wall is weak, the water level will not be sustained. To apply this concept to organizations, imagine the water represents organizational effectiveness. This effectiveness translates into accomplishing organizational goals and satisfying organizational members. An organization with weak walls allows the organizational effectiveness to diminish, which results in lower levels of organizational functioning. Poor organizational effectiveness creates a lack of direction, unmet goals, conflict among members, and overall ineffectiveness. www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections notes @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 OBJECTIVE: action planning STAKE HOLDERS: PERSON ROLE OR TITLE MOTIVE TASK DEVELOPED BY DAN GAKEN OF THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE BASED UPON DENNIS KINLAW’S HANDBOOK OF LEADERSHIP TRAINING ACTIVITIES AND JONES & BEARLEY’S TEAM BOOK www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections #Connections2014 Instagram Challenge How many moments can you capture? Share them on Instagram with us #Connections2014 Members of our committee will select top photos from each category, and a grand prize winner will be selected on Monday, November 10th! Be sure to connect with the official CMU Leadership Institute Instagram account @cmu_leadership to see all of the top memories from the weekend. As a sign of respect for the speakers and staff, please refrain from participating in the Instagram challenge during sessions. Take a photo with as many of the following challenges as you can. Please caption your photo so our committee knows which category it belongs to. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. An object that represents leadership The most leaders in one photo Waterpark action shot, no filter A new connection made within your Institute Session A new connection made outside of your Institute Session Connections roommate group photo What I learned at Connections Something that made you smile Your favorite connection from the networking dinner With the animatronic squirrel Candid photo With Howls The Leader @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. Selfie with new friends from the bus Introducing yourself to a committee member Favorite Presenter Best use of the theme #BuiltToLast New friend from the pizza party Group photo in the elevator The most influential person you met At the end of your favorite session With a treasure chest Favorite “Magic of Trino” moment With tickets from the arcade Performing a random act of kindness Selfie with the Director of the Leadership Institute With the Great Wolf Lodge mascot notes . www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD Connections onnections the Magic of Trino “That was awesome! I’m going to be up all night trying to figure that out!” Lee Brice, Country Artist “He was AMAZING!” Hoodie Allen, Rapper “Trino kept the whole audience engaged with his quick wit and comedy. Watch out David Copperfield!” Brad Barlog, College Student “Good Moves” Penn Jillette, Magician facebook.com/TrinoMagic @TrinoMagic www.TrinoMagic.com show features: -A hilarious game show in which a volunteers signed $20 bill vanishes and reappears in the audience -The amazing appearing elephant goldfish -Teaching the audience a party trick (sort of) -The funniest “mind” reading routine you have seen using the entire audience -A dangerous Houdini inspired feat involving double edged razorblades -Comedy dance escape from a regulation straitjacket -And lots more! @CMU_Leadership | #Connections2014 Let’s do something extraordinary We are not talking about how to run a better meeting, how to get elected to an office, or how to conduct a bake sale. We are talking about changing the world. We are talking about getting out of your comfort zone and becoming the tipping point that changes everything. . Any meaningful accomplishment, idea, business, or cause began with one person saying, “I can do this better.” Unfortunately, many people are happy with the way things are and that is why nothing changes. We are talking about leading — don’t care about your title. We care about the results. That is what we are…we are LeaderShape. We want to be a part of creating a just, caring, thriving world. Participants of our programs and members of our community know what that world is like because they have tasted it — even if only for a day. And they want more. Until we have that world, there is LeaderShape and we have work to do. Want to change the world? Learn more about the 2015 session of the LeaderShape Institute at www.cmich.edu/cmulead www.cmich.edu/cmulead | (989) 774-LEAD CONNECTIONS 2014 BUILT TO LAST SATURDAY • November 8 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 1:00 PM 2:30 PM 3:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:15 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 pm 10:30 Pm Registration opens conference opening & lunch Institute session 1 Educational session 1 Educational session 2 Educational session 3 hotel registration networking dinner free time & waterpark the magic of trino [White pine lobby] [White pine ballroom] [White pine lobby] [white pine ballroom] [white pine ballroom] Sunday • November 9 8:00 am 9:00 am 10:00 aM 11:30 AM 12:00 PM breakfast [white pine ballroom] Educational session 4 Institute session 2 Guest room check out lunch [white pine lobby] busses depart the great wolf lodge #Connections2014