Improving Collaboration By Recognizing Barriers for Connection
Participants will be shown a Ted Talk video. From the video, small group discussions will be led with a set of guided questions that are answered before sharing as a large group. Once all groups have presented, participants will create a warning system/action plan about how to tackle defensiveness when they recognize it.
Resiliency for Middle Managers: Strengthening Our Core
This workshop is designed to provide middle managers in Student Affairs with the skills and strategies to build and sustain resiliency in their roles.
It’s Givin’ Vibrancy: Tools & Tricks to Make Your Events Stand Out
In this traditional workshop and roundtable discussion, co-presenters Carynn Smith and Jasmine James-Milford will give a brief overview of their department, Campus Life, what they do within the Programming & Campus Vibrancy unit, how they strengthen brand identity.
Everything* I’ve Learned as a Therapist at a University Counseling Center
This will be a fun, interactive look at common themes that show up in therapy on a college campus and skills the Center for Counseling & Psychological Services teach their clients. This will help attendees increase their understanding in emerging adult mental health, and learn how these ideas might impact and change their own lives.
Thriving Thursdays
Incorporate well-being into your week, every Thursday beginning in March! Student Affairs announces the free Thriving Thursday series for students where our departments offer information and resources for health and well-being topics every week.
WashU Expert: Supporting student mental health during the election
Kirk Dougher explains what colleges are doing to help their students during this fraught election season and what steps students can take to cope in the weeks leading up to and following the Nov. 5 election.