Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn. - Session Descriptions

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Fuel the Fire Breakout Session Descriptions

The following sessions will be offered during the Fuel the Fire Conference. Click on one section of the day below, or simply scroll down to read more.

Morning Breakout Sessions

Mid-Day Mini-Sessions

Afternoon Breakout Sessions

Morning Breakout Sessions

Communication Styles
LeadNow Personal Perspectives Session
Ever feel like you just don't quite communicate with someone? It could be that you have very different communication styles. Find out your communication style and the effect different styles have on communication. Facilitator: Melissa Shugarman

Personal Vocation
LeadNow Personal Perspectives Session
What are your greatest gifts (talents, abilities, qualities, and interests)? Delve deeper into the process of figuring out what these are for you and how you might be able to apply them throughout your college career and your life! Facilitator: Kelly Meyer

Crucial Conversations
LeadNow Personal Perspectives Session
The way you respond to conflict with others is crucial for your future. In fact, it has been shown that this is one of the key skills that define an individual's success in dialogue. Come and learn how to facilitate these "crucial conversations" in a non-threatening way that will naturally lead to better solutions for all. Facilitator: Mikal Kenfield

Exploring Self and Others
LeadNow Personal Perspectives Session
You have a unique background and experiences that have shaped who you are today, as does everyone else you encounter throughout your life. Understanding your personal identity will help you to work across the differences you encounter in an intercultural world. Facilitator: Heidi Rogers

Spirituality and Leadership
LeadNow Personal Perspectives Session
If you are to become an authentic leader, you must also be a holistic leader who draws on the wisdom and gifts of all of who you are - body, mind and spirit. Consider how spirituality influences your understanding of leadership and how it can sustain you in the challenging times all leaders face. Facilitator: Tessa Moon Leiseth

Radiate: Intro To Working in Groups
LeadNow Group Perspectives Session
How do you operate in a group? What are you good at and what do you need to work on? What have you never considered? Explore these questions through interactive activities and then get an overview of the requirements for the Group Perspectives certification Facilitator: Jasi O'Connor

Group Decision Making
LeadNow Group Perspectives Session
At some point, all groups need to come to a decision. But oftentimes, the decision process is inefficient or doesn't involve the appropriate people or sometimes, the decision doesn't get made at all! In this session you will learn how to guide a group through an effective and empowering decision process aimed towards a positive and productive outcome. Facilitator: Amanda Pieters

The Necessity of Conflict
LeadNow Group Perspectives Session
Conflict. It seems we can't get away from it! But, when handled effectively, you can make sure group conflict is both healthy and beneficial for all involved. Learn some strategies to utilize conflict to make your group better! Facilitator: Jess Almlie

Managing Group Projects
LeadNow Group Perspectives Session
Groups of students and groups of co-workers are often asked to complete projects together. Needless to say, these assignments can be challenging. This session will explore how to effectively and efficiently manage group projects so that the outcome is the best it can be. Facilitator: Nathalie Rinehardt

Strategic Planning
LeadNow Global Perspectives Session
Achieving the vision of an organization or group requires action. But how do you get there? This session will provide some specific tools that can be used to guide a group towards their vision, provide focus and direction, as well as action steps for the near future.Facilitator: Chelle Lyons Hanson

Interview Like a Winner
This session is not part of a LeadNow Certification
"You never get a second chance to make a first impression!" Learn how to create a great first impression and sell your skills and abilities to employers. This session will focus on interview etiquette, appearance, and strategies for answering questions. Facilitator: Sue Zurn

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Mid-Day Mini Sessions

Identity Crisis
What does identity have to do with leadership? Come to this activities based session to find out, and to explore your "identity" in the eyes of others and within yourself. Facilitator: Amanda Pieters

What's Your Learning Style?
How do you learn best? In this session you will determine your learning style and learn some strategies to be more successful as you learn and study throughout college and beyond! Facilitators: America Reads Lead Tutors

Show Your True Colors
Have you ever wanted to approach someone new and didn't know how? Personality cues are key in figuring out what makes people tick so you can initiate conversation, understand people's motivations and create effective working relationships. Learn some quick tips based on the True Colors personality assessment. Facilitator: Sue Zurn

Leadership Tea House
A unique opportunity to experience the King Center ^ Tea House - typically hosted each Monday at 4 p.m. in the King Intercultural Center - during Fuel the Fire. Join the Intercultural Affairs student leadership team and special guests for complimentary tea and thoughtful dialogue about what leadership looks like in different regions of the U.S. and around the world. Facilitators: Intercultural Affairs

Life Clues
Did you know that your life has already provided you with clues regarding your vocation? This session will help you recognize those clues and discern a bit of the direction they may be telling you to go, or the direction they may be telling you to avoid. Facilitator: Jon Leiseth

Interfaith: Engaging and Connecting
Interfaith dialogue--what is it, what isn't it, and how can we use it as leaders in our communities? Learn how to use interfaith dialogue to bridge differences and start conversations, while working together for a common good. This session will focus on facilitating and participating in interfaith dialogue and service, and introduce participants to the new interfaith initiatives on campus.

Effective Emailing Made Easy
Sending and receiving e-mail has become a fundamental part of life. Attend this session to learn how to craft more effective messages that will increase your (or your organization's) productivity - and impress professors, administrators, other students, and your boss! Facilitator: Mikal Kenfield

Making the Most of It
Do you ever feel like your life is flashing by? Are there months that pass that you wonder, "What did I do with my time?" Reflection may be the single most important tool you can use to learn more about who you are and how you impact the world around you. Come to this session to learn how to get the most out your college experience and your life! Facilitators: Christine Fifield and Jennifer Bevington

Here's Your Sign - Effective Advertising
An informative, interactive session that will give you the tools you need to have powerful, effective advertising for your next program or event! See examples of ads that have worked, and discuss how some less-effective flyers could be improved. Also learn a technique of multi-round advertising, and how to time those for the best results! You'll be seeing better attendance at your events the first time you try these things! Facilitators: Hannah Mohs and Adam Johnston

Terrific Teambuilders
Want to get to know your team members better? Want to facilitate more interaction between members? This session will demonstrate how to use teambuilding activities to strengthen a group. Facilitators: Danielle Knoll and Jennifer Harvey

The Inside Scoop: What It's Like to Be an R.A.
Applying for a residence life job? In this session, you'll get a better idea of what exactly an RA does through some fun demonstration and have a chance to participate in an exercise that will help you be more prepared for your interview. Finally, you'll get a chance to ask any questions you might have about the RA position or the application/interview process. Facilitators: Brady Hubbard and Joe Dlugos

Orientation Interest Session
Are you looking for ways to continually develop your leadership skills? Did you enjoy your Orientation experience? Do you like to meet new people? Would you like to welcome others to the Concordia family? If you answered yes to any of those questions, leadership in the Orientation program may be just the thing for you! Come to this Orientation interest session to learn about Orientation positions, the application process, and the benefits of involvement in Orientation. Facilitators: Meg Henrickson, 2012 Orientation Chair and Lois Cogdill

CSC Staff Workshop
The newly hired CSC staff for 2012 will be meeting to prepare for their agency orientations and to review other upcoming CSC dates/events for the semester. Facilitators: Kristi Del Vecchio and Emily Seller

CEC Staff Workshop
Workshop for all current CEC Commissioners and Committee members. Facilitator: Anna "AJ" Johnson

Peer Mentors Staff Workshop
Workshop for all current Student Success Peer Mentors. Facilitator: Mike Reese

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Afternoon Breakout Sessions

Small Group Facilitation
LeadNow Group Perspectives Session
Have you been a part of a successful group? What about an unsuccessful group? Most of us have had both experiences. This session will explore how can you effectively facilitate to create healthy, effective, and high-performing group experiences. Facilitator: Mikal Kenfield

Living With Congruence
LeadNow Group Perspectives Session
To be an authentic leader, your actions must consistently reflect your values and beliefs. But what happens when you find yourself part of a group that believes or acts differently than you do? How can you continue to "walk your talk" in the midst of those differences? Facilitator: Kelly Meyer

Writing Your Personal Mission Statement
LeadNow Global Perspectives Session
Add focus, direction, and a sense of purpose by determining what's most important to you. Then, work to synthesize this into a mission statement to give you direction. This session also includes an overview of the Global Perspectives Certification. It is recommended to take this session at the start of your Global Perspectives experience. Facilitator: Chelle Lyons Hanson

Creative Problem Solving
LeadNow Global Perspectives Session
The world's problems, big and small, won't be solved by the same old methods. But what does it take to come up with new and creative solutions and encourage others to do the same? This session will look into creativity as the answer to a multitude of challenges. Facilitator: Jess Almlie

Resumes for Results
This session is not part of a LeadNow Certification
Learn how to structure your resume to best market your unique skills and abilities. Far more than just a list of work experiences -- your resume is a two-dimensional version of you! Learn tips from the professionals that will produce a resume with results. Facilitator: Kathleen Stompro

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Fuel the Fire Breakout Session Descriptions

Morning Breakout Sessions

Mid-Day Mini Sessions

Afternoon Breakout Sessions

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