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1 Office of Continuing Education Your Business, Government and Community Resource for: Professional Training, Development, and Certification Online Education Customized Training Solutions Conferences, Seminars and Keynote Speakers Adult Lifelong Learning

Our vision is to be recognized by business, industry, government, private citizens, and other entities in Southwest Florida as the premier provider for professional training, education, and lifelong

We address the needs of our community through the following Continuing Education areas: Private Sector Professional Training, Development & Certification Continuing Education provides credit and

2 Our vision is to be recognized by business, industry, government, private citizens, and other entities in Southwest Florida as the premier provider for professional training, education, and lifelong learning. We address the needs of our community through the following Continuing Education areas: Private Sector Professional Training, Development & Certification Continuing Education provides credit and non-credit Office of learning opportunities for the working professional as Continuing Education well as customized training programs to meet the needs of local business and industry. We provide high quality, integrated, and innovative programs that enable participants to achieve their career and learning objectives through access to affordable education and employment skills training. We offer a variety of continuing education units (CEU s), contact hours, certifi cate programs, lectures, short courses, conferences, symposia, and seminars. For more information on our private sector training, development and certifi cation programs, please contact our staff at or online at www. fgcu.edu/ced. Public Sector Professional Training, Development & Certification For almost 30 years the Florida Institute of Government (IOG) has partnered with local government, associations, K-12 schools, higher education and nonprofi ts to help them operate more effi ciently and effectively. Customized services have set the course for many local organizations to further develop their leaders, staff, and the organization itself for improved performance. 2 Offi ce of Continuing Education

3 Let IOG help empower you and your organization to make more informed decisions -- while increasing knowledge, skills and abilities. Here are just a few of the tailored services available to put you and your organization on track for better results: Developing best management practices Creating organizational solutions for better outcomes Facilitating customized training, conferences, meetings Providing executive and life coaching for improved performance Positioning leaders for individual and organizational growth Extraordinary challenges call for extraordinary solutions, and IOG is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Call us at or visit us online at The Renaissance Academy Explore a world of ideas and nurture your creativity with non-credit courses, workshops, lectures, and adventures for the mind, body, and spirit offered through the Renaissance Academy Adult Lifelong Learning Program. The Academy is Southwest Florida s premier lifelong learning program for adults, seniors, and retirees. Single lectures, short courses, day trips, computer classes, film series, life enrichment, and travel abroad are just some of the programs we offer. There are no exams or grades, just learning for the joy of learning with your friends, neighbors, and peers. For more information on Renaissance Academy programming, contact us at or online at 3

4 Professional Training, Development & Certification Training plays a critically important role in workforce and economic development. Thousands of area professionals have chosen FGCU s non-credit programs and services as the best alternative for advancing their careers. We invite you to join us on a journey toward skill enhancement while staying current with cutting-edge business strategies and networking with colleagues. We provide our customers with a broad array of top quality CE programs and services delivered by nationally recognized trainers and consultants. CE offerings are available at our state-of-theart facilities in Lee, Collier, and Charlotte counties, or as custom designed, on-site programs to address the unique needs and culture of any organization. Continuing Education Units (CEU s) and Certificate Programs: Offer convenient access to professional licensure maintenance and recertification programs Develop strategic planning processes, team building, and leadership skills needed for career growth Add credibility and influence to your professional skill set Custom On-Site Training: Custom designed to meet your organization s unique needs Offered on-site for your convenience Focused on practical, skill-based outcomes Open Enrollment Workshops: Nationally recognized trainers who deal with real-life work challenges Opportunity to learn from, network and engage with attendees from diverse organizations Affordable and convenient training alternatives for small offices and staff Online Education: Convenient for working professionals and those in transition. CE offers online and mobile education to meet a variety of learning needs. 4

5 Technical Assistance: Consulting services on organizational development, restructuring, board enhancement, program evaluation, and succession planning Assistance with public opinion polls, focus groups, needs assessment, data management, and grant writing Professional Coaching Services: Focus on improving individual performance through enhanced goal-setting Provide resources to aid in professional growth and development Conferences, Seminars, and Keynote Speakers: Provide program management for single and multi-day events Coordinate program development, including content and speakers for meetings and conferences, registration, certificates, and CEU s Featured Offerings: Lean Sigma Project Management Dynamics of Supervision Series Courses and Programs Related To: Supervisory, Management, and Leadership Skills Team Building Interpersonal Skills Organizational Effectiveness, Time Management, and Stress Management Skills Personal and Professional Development Computer Skills Writing and Communication Programs 5

6 Locations Ft. Myers Location: The Atrium Executive Center 8695 College Parkway Suite 1181 Fort Myers, FL (t) Naples Location: th Avenue South Naples, FL (t) (t) Punta Gorda Location: Herald Court Centre 117 Herald Court Suite 211 Punta Gorda, FL (t) Web Resources Continuing Education Website: Institute of Government: Renaissance Academy: Staff Dr. Paul C. Thornton Executive Director, Continuing Education and Off-Campus Programs , John J. Guerra Director, Continuing Education & The Renaissance Academy , Joanne Hartke Director, The John Scott Dailey Florida Institute of Government , Barbara E. Stewart Business Manager, Continuing Education and Off-Campus Programs ,

MINUTES SPECIAL WORKSHOP BOARD OF TRUSTEE MEETING FEBRUARY 9, :30 A.M. STUDENT UNION BUILDING

MINUTES SPECIAL WORKSHOP BOARD OF TRUSTEE MEETING FEBRUARY 9, 2006 8:30 A.M. STUDENT UNION BUILDING Vice-Chair Morton convened the special workshop meeting of the University Board of Trustees at 8:40 a.m.