Leadership
Leadership Lecture Series
Fall 2009
Complete your Leadership Certificate this semester...
When you lead, you set an example. And when you set an example, you're positively influencing the lives of others. Old Dominion University's Office of Student Activities & Leadership (OSAL) has many leadership opportunities available. The Leadership Lecture Series offers leadership-focused programs throughout each semester to give students the opportunity to build on current leadership skills. Click on the link below to review the topics and register for individual workshops or to register your entire organization for a workshop. Start your leadership journey, sign up for the Leadership Lecture Series. Students who complete three or more sessions receive a Leadership Certificate.
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To view topics and handouts from the Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 Semesters, click here.
Schedule
The Rights and Responsibilities of Students at a Public University
Dr. Dennis E. Gregory, Associate Professor of Higher Education
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 12 PM in Hampton Newport News Rooms, Webb Center
Students who attend Old Dominion University are attending an institution which prides itself on being a place at which students may learn and grow both inside and outside of the classroom. Part of this growth is learning what one is responsible for as a college student and understanding one's rights as well. College students attending any university and a publicly funded one such as ODU in particular have certain responsibilities and certain rights provided to them as citizens and as consumers of educational services. This presentation will provide an introduction to those rights and responsibilities explain where they come from and answer questions from attendees.
Your Life and Legacy: Social Responsibility and the College Student
Alicia Phillips, Associate Director of Intercultural Relations
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 12 PM in Hampton Newport News Rooms, Webb Center
In this session, we explore the role of the college student as leader in a family, community, society and world. Institutions of higher education afford individuals the opportunity to develop and expand skills, knowledge and networks which enhance and sustain lives. Universities build social capital, as well as human capital. Students participating in this session will be encouraged to contemplate the significance of their lives, to decide how they matter and to employ their resources to create an impact.
True Colors
Dionicia Mahler-Rogers, Assistant Director, Student Activities and Leadership
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 12 PM in Hampton Newport News Rooms, Webb Center
Personalities come in a variety of colors. The more self aware we are and we understand our personality as well as those around us, the better we will be at matching or talents, abilities, and interest with careers and extra curricular involvement. T his workshop will help you better understand personality styles.
Some Thoughts on Leadership
Dr. Alice McAdory, Associate Vice President, Office of Enrollment
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at 12 PM in Cape Charles Room, Webb Center
This session will focus on personal leadership lessons learned from interactions with employees and personal experience. Learning from these experiences will help you develop as a leader and foster positive growth in others.
Making Ethical Decisions
Mike DeBowes, Director of Student Judicial Affairs
Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 12 PM in Cape Charles Room, Webb Center
Every day, leaders are called upon to make difficult decisions, sometimes on behalf of their group. Often these decisions can challenge a leader's personal or organizational values. This interactive session will include activities to help clarify your values and guide your decision-making so you are better prepared to make decisions without sacrificing your integrity.
Meal Time Etiquette!
Jen Cohen, Graduate Assistant for Leadership & Student Organizations, OSAL
Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 12 PM in Cape Charles Room, Webb Center
Etiquette, what's that? If you are confused when you see the word etiquette and aren't quite sure what it means or if you just want to brush up on the finer points, come to this presentation and learn all about what you should do in dining situations. After learning dining skills, we will be putting those skills to the test. Please arrive appropriately attired for a business lunch.
Your Last and Greatest Gift; What Will It Be?
Dr. Geneva Walker-Johnson, Dean of Students & Chief Student Affairs Officer
Wed, December 2, 2009 at 12 PM in Hampton Newport News Rooms, Webb Center
We come to or are called to various leadership roles in our lives. Sometimes we are leading large groups of individuals, organizations or associations. Other times we are called upon to assume leadership in our personal lives and communities. There's more to leadership than being in the front of the parade - what gifts will you bring to your leadership?
