Spring 2006 CEO Workshops by Title

21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Based on Dr. John Maxwell’s Books and Corporate Leadership Trainings
Presented by: Jason Gomes, CEO II Advanced Leadership Training
Thursday April 13, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Dr. John Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership gives you clear insight into timeless leadership principles and provides a process of continual growth. Once you understand these laws, then you are certain to transform the quality of your leadership immeasurably.

Athletic Leadership Panel Discussion
Presented by: Drexel University Athletic Department and the Office of Campus Activities
Tuesday, April 18, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Living Arts Lounge, Mandel Theatre Lobby
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to interact with a wide variety of successful and credible leaders from the world of athletics. The discussion will focus on leadership, success, achieving your potential, the values of teamwork, and practical advice to help you maximize and produce in life.

Bistro Student Leadership
Lunch Speaker and Discussion with Drexel's Female Leaders!
Presented by: Office of Campus Activities
Thursday April 27, 2006, 12Noon-1:30PM
Academic Bistro, 6th Floor Academic Building
Join other student leaders on campus for a FREE lunch and discussion about leadership, success, and achieving your potential. You Must RSVP to leadershipassistant@drexel.edu.

CYPHA Hip Hop Culture Workshop
Presented by: CYPHA
Wednesday, April 19, 2006, 7-9PM
University Club, 6th floor MacAlister Hall
Participate in this dynamic workshop and learn the 4 key elements of Hip-Hop. Learn all there is to know about DJ’ing, Break’ing, MC’ing and Graf.

Empowering Others in Your Organization to Succeed
Presented by: Andrew Pojuner, Leadership Assistant, Office of Campus Activities
Monday May 8, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Learn how to effectively lead small teams of people to the next level. Tips and suggestions based from John Maxwell’s “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” on how to empower and train others within your organization. Be prepared to share your experiences and your issues.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Facebook Me!
Presented by: José-Luis Riera, Director of Residential Living; Mackenzie Streit, Acting University Judicial Officer: John Cooke, Assistant Director of Residential Living/Resident Director
Thursday May 11, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Facebook, MySpace, Xanga, Friendster…on-line communities are popping up everywhere and their popularity is rising! College students love them and nationally statistics show that college students are spending hours interacting with each other on-line. What does this mean for you as a student leader? Have you ever thought about what it means to be an on-line role model? How do you use on-line communities to connect with students across Drexel and promote your student organization? Find out all this and more in this fun, interactive, and learning-filled seminar!

Goal Setting: An Interactive Look at How Setting and
Achieving Goals Permeate Many Aspects of our Lives
Presented by: Frank Perras, Career Concepts, Partner (Ret.), Accenture
Tuesday April 25, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
In the areas of career, family and community they form a balancing act sometimes difficult but nevertheless essential to accomplishment and success. We exam the spectrum from the goal of winning a game to the ultimate question of how have we lived our lives.

Greek Futures Explored
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
For Juniors and Seniors Only
Thursday May 18, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Why is it that fraternity/sorority alumni of Drexel donate at 60% and more and non-Greeks alumni barely reach the 20% mark? Are you surprised to learn that fraternity and sorority alumni continue to engage in community service after college at a far greater rate than their non-Greek peers? What does post-college life have in store for Drexel fraternity & sorority students? How will your affiliation benefit you after your undergraduate days? Your future is explored here.
(This is for Greek members only – and for juniors and seniors only)
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Greek History Visited
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Contact greeklife@drexel.edu to schedule this workshop for your organization.
Since 1776, fraternities have been an integral and essential part of American higher education, and Drexel's campus life is no different. The first fraternities were founded on our campus in 1900, and over time both fraternities and sororities have helped to shape the evolution of our campus. With members like Buckley, Myers, Westphal, Daskalakis, Greenawalt, and Ross, Greek-letter organizations and their members have created lifelong relationships and connections with their alma mater - Drexel University. This is only the beginning of the story...come to this program to see for yourself!
This is open to both Greek and non-affiliated students
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Healthy Lifestyles and Leadership
Presented by: Laura M. Dell’Olio, MSW, Health Education Coordinator Office of Counseling and Health
Tuesday May 2, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
In this workshop you will learn how to implement healthy lifestyle choices and balanced living skills into your daily life. If you look at the books on the best-seller lists and the ideas that are driving corporate & non-profit leadership you will see a renewed focus on balance. Learning these skills will help you improve your personal and professional development.

How to Avoid Hearing “You’re Fired!”
Giving and Getting Good Feedback
Presented by: Stephen Rupprecht, Assistant Dean for Fraternity and Sorority Life
Wednesday April 12, 2006, 12-1:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Too many employers, supervisors, and leaders use vague and general statements that criticize and degrade us versus providing specific and helpful information that would help us become better people and workers. This workshop will deliver the nuts and bolts included in the eight rules of good feedback.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Improving Group Dynamics through Intramural Recreation
Presented by: Stephen E. Koch, Associate Director of Recreation
Thursday May 11, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
A spirited workshop that explores the history and purpose of intramural programming, identifies the benefits of recreational activity for students and educational institutions, and promotes enhanced communication through sport. Students will take part in a exciting, inter-active and team-building session that celebrates recreational activity as a must for improving group dynamics, stability and growth!
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Intercultural Communication
Presented by: Kate Trayte, Executive Director, International Students and Scholars Services
Tuesday, April 18, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Communication among people of differing cultures can be confusing, difficult and problematic. Non-verbal cues are often the source of miscommunication. Learn a basic overview of cross-cultural communication and obtain strategies for effective communication with people of other cultures.

Interpersonal Leadership Skills
Presented by: Ari Hauben, Assistant Director, Office of Campus Activities
Monday May 8, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
This seminar will focus on strategies for identifying personal leadership style, strengths, and weaknesses. Using a variety of leadership inventories, participants will be able to evaluate their skills and determine specific areas of growth. Learn how a diversity of styles can contribute to an organization’s effectiveness.

Is it Smooth? Officer Transition Interactive Workshop
Presented by: Kristina Smith, Leadership Assistant (LA) with the Office of Campus Activities
Thursday April 27, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Conference Room A, Greenawalt Student Development Center, Creese Student Center
Attention all student organization present and future leaders: Every year, student leaders search for better ways to successfully pass on the leadership and information for their group. Now is your opportunity to learn about all of the aspects of a smooth transition and receive specific advice and guides to make it happen.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Is Leading Different Than Managing?
Presented by: Trishna Shah (Class of 2004), Radar Systems Engineer Lockheed Martin
Wednesday May 10, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Many people today are seeking to understand the concept and practices of leadership. There are many reasons for the popularity of the topic, including organizations that are faced with constant changes. The concept of leadership is relevant to any aspect of ensuring effectiveness in organizations and in managing change. This workshop will help you to understand the concept and practices of leadership.

Leadership Development at Johnson & Johnson
Presented by: Bruce Pashko, Director,
Global IM Compliance
Wednesday April 26, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Johnson & Johnson's guide to the development of leadership skills that are fundamental to success in the rapidly changing global marketplace. Learn about the corporation's fundamental requirements for leaders in our organization. Find out how these global standards are woven into the business and used to drive activities around recruitment, training, evaluation and rewards.

Leadership Training Based on the Military Model
Presented by: Keith M. Cianfrani, LTC US Army (retired). Owner of The Leadership Development Group
Monday May 1, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
The purpose of The Leadership Development Group is to provide professional leadership training using the U.S. Army's Be-Know-Do Leadership Model. Using this model, our customers learn what a leader must be, what a leader must know, and how a leader must act. Topics may include: communication, vision and mission, decision making, planning and problem solving.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Leading Change: Community Service and Social Action
Presented by: The Center for Civic Engagement
Wednesday May 3, 2006, 12-1:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
and
Wednesday May 3, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Conference Room C, Greenawalt Student
Development Center, Creese Student Center
Learn strategies for improving community service programs through effective volunteer recruiting, screening, motivation, participation, commitment and learning. Participants will examine the myths and realities of what motivates volunteers and how to strengthen the volunteer experience.

Listening Successfully
Presented by: Eric Benshetler, Barbara Buehler, Jim Mahar, and Harvey Witonsky, UNISYS Corporation
Monday May 15, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Ever sit through a lecture and realize that you didn't understand what the teacher was saying? Hearing is a passive process. Listening is active; you do something with the information you hear. Attend this session to learn a 4-step process to improve how you hear, interpret, evaluate, and respond. Learn how to overcome barriers to listening. During this fun and interactive workshop, you'll improve your listening skills in three categories: listening to give attention, listening for retention, and listening for intention.

Living the Four Agreements in Work and Life
Presented by: Marcella Anthony, Assistant Director, New Student and Family Programs
Wednesday, April 19, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do your best. These are the Four Agreements founded in the Toltec wisdom of author Don Miguel Ruiz. Participants will explore each of these concepts, relating them to personal and professional experiences by addressing real-world scenarios.

Moses: The Evolution of a Leader
Presented by: Emilie Passow, Faculty, Drexel University
Thursday May 11, 2006, 12-1:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
From Noah through Moses, Hebrew Scriptures offer a range of leaders and insights into the characteristics and challenges of leadership including role modeling, advocacy, gaining credibility, strategies of effective negotiation, and effects of group dynamics.

Off-Campus Leadership Challenge Course
Presented by: Office of Campus Activities
Sunday April 30, 2006, 9AM-2PM
Meet at Creese Student Center and travel by bus to Villanova University
Free leadership challenge course experience. Come participate with other students in a wide variety of leadership and teambuilding exercises and games. This is designed for students who want to have fun and actively participate in activities.
Free Lunch Provided

Olympic Meet, Greet & Eat with Dr. Nagvajara
Presented by: Division of Student Life
Monday, April 17, 2006, 12-2PM
University Club, 6th Floor, MacAlister Hall
Join us to hear a first-hand account of the Turin, Italy, Winter Olympics from one of Drexel University’s own! Professor Prawat Nagvajara from Thailand was the only member of the Thailand Olympic Team for Cross Country Skiing, and he is also a Drexel University professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. Join us as Dr. Nagvajara shares his Olympic experience with the Drexel community at an informal luncheon gathering.

Organizational Dynamics
Presented by: Daniel E. Simmons, Associate Athletic Director
Wednesday May 10, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Is your student organization operating as well as it could be? Experts say a new direction will be needed every 2-3 years for groups/companies to be successful. If your organization is not adapting and evolving with the times, you may become extinct just like the dinosaurs. Come find out how to ensure the success of your organization, and have lots of fun along the way!
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Recognizing Others: The Heart of Leadership
Presented by: Ann H. Wilson, Director of Campus Activities
Monday April 24, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Whether it's something formal at the end of the year or informally throughout the year, recognizing others for their contributions is a powerful motivator for your members and colleagues. Come learn ways to be a leader who builds on success and energy to encourage, recognize, and honor those around you!
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

Six Thinking Hats
Presented by: Tom Sontag, Director of
Organizational Development Kathleen
Jones, Training Consultant
Tuesday May 9, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Your business success depends on how well you think. Six Thinking Hats can help you think better through its practical and positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. When approached with a new problem, many of us try to do too much at once as emotions, information, logic, hope, and creativity all crowd into the thinking process. Six Thinking Hats helps to unscramble this process.

Student Luncheon with the Senior Vice President
Tuesday, May 2, 2006, 12Noon
Bossone Research Center, 3rd Floor Atrium
Senior Vice President Anthony Caneris came to Drexel a decade ago with President Papadakis to rebuild the University at a critical time when the future of Drexel was uncertain. Join the Senior Vice President for a complimentary lunch and hear about his leadership style that helped rejuvenate Drexel. This is your opportunity to ask questions from Drexel’s most senior administrator and key members of his staff from the Division of Student Life and Administrative Services.
Reservations required by emailing caneriat@drexel.edu.

Successfully Running FUN & Effective Meetings
Presented by: Mark Wilke, CAB Director of Special Events; Meg Muller, CAB President
Monday April 17, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
and
Wednesday April 26, 2006, 4-5:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
If you are serious about being a part of an effective and successful organization, then you definitely want to come to the CEO workshop to learn strategies to help increase productivity and participation. You will leave with a variety of strategies to keep your organization moving in the right direction such as running fun and effective meetings, transitioning officers, and interpersonal motivating factors.
This workshop is designed for student organizational leaders and members.

The 8th Annual CEO Awards Reception
Tuesday, May 31, 2006, 6PM
Join us in Grand Hall for the CEO Awards Reception which
recognizes and celebrates the achievements of those students
who have earned CEO and CEOII Certification!

The Conclusion of the Story of Jubei Yagyu...
Presented by: Philip Poczik, Coordinator of Multicultural Programs, Office of Campus Activities
Thursday, April 20, 2006, 7-8:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
Back by popular demand: Come hear the “The Story of Jubei Yagyu” in its entirety. Drexel’s resident storyteller, Philip Poczik, shares this workshop that has been nearly two years in the making. . .

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People:
The Road to Interdependence
Presented by: Sheila Graves, Director, Drexel Center for Learning and Academic Excellence
Monday May 15, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
Steven Covey divides his Seven Habits into Private and Public Victories. This workshop presents an overview of Public Victories, the capacity to build rich, enduring and highly productive relationships with other people. Attend, participate in scenarios and learn the true essence of interdependence!

Using Social Skills to your Advantage
Presented by: Student Counseling Center, CCHC
Tuesday May 9, 2006, 12-1PM
310 Bellet Building, 1505 Race Street
This workshop will highlight the importance of social skills in the workplace. After reviewing different skills and the research supporting their efficacy, we will practice various strategies that will be useful on job interviews and in your chosen profession.

Who’s Here? Successful Secrets…
Presented by: Philip Poczik, Coordinator of Multicultural Programs
Tuesday April 11, 2006, 6-7:30PM
Myers Hall Tutor Lounge
A fun, interactive activity that will enable you to recognize why diversity appreciation and awareness are the greatest assets to any organization.

Women and Leadership
Presented by: Gail Gibbs, Assistant Director International Students and Scholars Services
Thursday May 4, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
A recent study of women in executive positions found that although women get higher ratings than men on management style, the very characteristics and strategies that earn them praise prevent them from reaching the top. Why is this? What are the barriers to women’s advancement? Learn strategies designed to help women succeed and prosper as leaders today and in the future.

Women and Power
Presented by: Mackenzie Streit, Senior Assistant Director of Residential Living for Judicial Affairs; and Jennifer Calvert, Senior Assistant Director of Residential Living for Residence Education
Wednesday April 12, 2006, 6-7:30PM
2020 MacAlister Hall
We will be taking a look at how women are portrayed in popular media in power and how women do and can handle "power roles". This will take a look at our past, present and future roles as women and how we can contribute.