Career Choices: Know Thyself The first step in career decision making is understanding one s self. This presentation highlights the core aspects of career counseling through Educational Counseling &. This interactive presentation includes reflection on personal values, exploration of interests, and discussion on personality preferences. Globalization & Me: How & Why to Prepare Today for Tomorrow Office of International Education Dr. Piram Prakasam (or OIE Staff) X 5290 prakasp@ferris.edu An interactive presentation that will help students think about how to prepare for the ever changing global economy using opportunities available on campus. This presentation will help students to go beyond by connecting General Education, RSOs, scholarship opportunities and experiential learning to prepare today for the hyper connected world in which they will have to thrive. Learning Preferences Students will learn how to work with their sensory strengths to improve their study skills. This interactive workshop allows students to assess how they integrate their senses with information absorption and to enhance their study skill efficiency. Test Anxiety We will discuss how people create their own anxiety issues. This is a 50 minute classroom presentation workshop. The class will brainstorm various ways to combat anxiety and stress. Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-1 -
Study Abroad & Me: Global Opportunities at Ferris Office of International Education William Sartore (or OIE Staff) X 2449 williamsartor@ferris.edu An interactive presentation that will help students learn about study abroad opportunities at Ferris. This presentation will allow students to learn about how study abroad can fit with their academic and career plan. It will also assist students to understand how financial aid, scholarship opportunities can support study abroad. This presentation will showcase how studying abroad can prepare students for the hyper connected world in which they will have to thrive. Study Skills This interactive talk introduces effective study skills for the university learning environment. Skills include improved textbook comprehension, note taking, test preparation, and test anxiety reduction skills Student as a Learner We all have unique ways of learning. This interactive workshop uses the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to provide students with a tool to better understand how they learn best. The 50 minute group workshop will explore individual learning preferences for: adjusting to different classroom environments adapting to teaching preferences of professors developing your personal study style Study Skills Retention & Student Success Kimberly Smith X 3769 smit145@ferris.edu Option 1: A PowerPoint presentation for students on any one of the following study skills topics: Time Management, Test Taking, Note Taking, Reading Effectively, or Memory. Option 2: Students can get an overview of the services provided in the Academic Support Center at Ferris. We will take a brief look at the various study skills sessions offered (as listed above). Students will also be encouraged to take advantage of the free walk-in and scheduled tutoring sessions available. Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-2 -
CAREER PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, SERVICE, GREEK LIFE, LEADERSHIP Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services Overview Presentation Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services (CLACS) X 2685 Perfect for first year students to learn about the impact co-curricular involvement has on college and career success. The presentation is 50 minutes, interactive, and describes all of the CLACS services. CODE OF STANDARDS (Student Conduct) Know The Code! Office of Student Conduct X 3619 Code of Student Community Standards, positive citizenship,university behavioral expectations of students. An interactive program designed to help students better understand their role as new FSU community members, university policy, and the possible personal/career/academic consequences of violating university policy. Presentation is 45 minutes. CODE OF STANDARDS (Student Conduct) Academic Misconduct 101 Office of Student Conduct X 3619 An interactive presentation designed to help students understand what constitutes academic dishonesty, what happens if a student is alleged to have committed academic dishonesty, and how to avoid academic dishonesty in the first place. Presentation is 25 minutes RESOURCES Bulldog Bonanza Center for Leadership, Activities, and Career Services (CLACS) X 2685 Many community businesses and student organizations present displays, take job applications, offer free stuff and generally reach out to students. Check the campus calendar for specific information "First Thoughts" Office of Multicultural Services Matthew Chaney, Michael Wade, Danyelle Gregory X 5029 omss@ferris.edu Participants will explore the impact of first impressions in an interactive format and learn how they have an impact on the cultural understanding of individuals, as well as the importance of having an open mind. The role of the media, family, and other life influences will be discussed as they relate to creating stereotypes and barriers with groups of people. Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-3 -
Intercultural Communication &Me: Preparing for a diverse workforce Office of International Education Louis Arokiasamy X 2813 louisarokiasamy@ferris.edu An interactive presentation that will help students learn about the value of diversity and inclusion in today s globalized world. The presentation will showcase the challenges and opportunities that arise from intercultural communication. The MyPLACE scholarship program and the opportunity it provides students on campus to practice their intercultural communication skills would be highlighted. Pride in Your Culture Center for Latin@ Studies Kaylee Moreno X 2470 KayleeMoreno@ferris.edu Our cultures help define who we are as people. Regardless of how we identify, taking pride in our culture is important to help us have a better understanding of our personal identify. This interactive session will help students to understand what culture is, and one s understanding of culture can help them pursue their goals. Valuing Diversity Retention & Student Success Brooke Moore X 3633 fsuseminar@ferris.edu This session promotes inclusiveness and respect for others by providing thought provoking activities for your students. Students will be able to reflect on their idea of valuing diversity and will see the difference they can make. Educational Counseling & (ECDS) Services Offered Through ECDS Overview of services provided in the at Ferris. FINANCIAL AWARENESS Financial Aid Basics Financial Aid Office Kimberly Galloway X 3069 KimberlyGalloway@ferris.edu Email requests should include: Requested date, time, and location Alternate date if applicable Number of students in class Prezi presentation - internet access required. This presentation includes general Financial Aid information such as: FAFSA; timing of financial awards; grants, loans & scholarships; and Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (FASAP). The presentation will be followed by a Financial Aid Question and Answer session. Sessions are limited to 20, so book early if you re interested. Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-4 -
FLITE LIBRARY FLITE Library Tour / Orientation REQUIRED Lyle E. Mourer FLITE Library X 3624 LyleMourer@ferris.edu A highly interactive gaming activity called The Amazing Library Race introduces eight skills FSU students need to be successful users of FLITE resources, programs and services. FSU, History & Mission W.N. Ferris Historical Display Melinda Isler FLITE Library University Archives X 3731 MelindaIsler@ferris.edu Class visit to historical display on CSS 3 rd floor including activities and discussion about the history of the university and founder Woodbridge Ferris. REGISTRATION & MyDEGREE Registration for Students Amy Buse FSU MyDegree Director X 5435 AmyBuse@ferris.edu Students will learn how to access MyDegree within MyFSU. They will learn how to use MyDegree to understand where they are toward degree completion and use the What-If tool to make decisions regarding changing their program. If time permits we can cover how to use the MyDegree plan and build course schedules. REGISTRATION & ADVISING A&S Students Registration for Arts & Science Majors Amy Carmack Director of Student Academic Affairs College of Arts & Sciences X 3214 AmyCarmack@ferris.edu Students will learn how to use MyFSU, and MyDegree to plan and build course schedules. REGISTRATION & ADVISING CET Students Registration for College of Engineering Technology Angie Mishler College of Engineering Technology X 2896 AngieMishler@ferris.edu Students will learn how to use MyFSU, and MyDegree to plan and build course schedules. REGISTRATION Using the Banner Course Registration System Shelly VandePanne Retention & Student Success X 2360 This presentation will demonstrate how to access the course search feature in (MyFSU) Banner to look up specific courses to obtain general education course information. This session is best conducted in a FLITE computer studio however it may also be demonstrated in a classroom with a computer and projector. Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-5 -
SAFETY Personal Safety FSUS Public Safety X 5000 1. Larceny Prevention 2. Disruptive People 3. Campus Safety (Walking, Resident Hall) 4. Criminal Sexual Conduct Awareness 5. Active Shooter Preparedness Response & Prevention SEX Sex and the College Student Robert Friar X 2542 friarr@ferris.edu This session will cover human sexual desire and why and how our brains are programmed to cause us to want sex; methods of birth control and avoiding unwanted pregnancies; STI s and how to prevent them. This will be a visual presentation showing the brain, methods of birth control and STI s. STEP UP (Active Bystander Program) Step Up Office of Student Conduct X 3619 Ferris.edu/step-up The Step Up presentation provides a framework explaining the bystander effect, reviews relevant research and teaches skills for intervening successfully using the 5 Decision making steps combined with the 3D model for intervening. Presentation is 35 minutes GOVERNMENT Recruitment for the General Assembly and Finance Division Student Government X 2611 This will be a PowerPoint presentation to discuss the issues revolving around student government and recruit new members to the organization. Topics to be discussed include but are not limited to what student government has done for its members, and how the University has changed to be a better place. We will also discuss some of the issues we are currently working on and plan on addressing in the upcoming year. REC CENTER University Recreation Cindy Horn Student Recreation Center X 5309 University Recreation staff will present an overview of the Student Recreation Center facilities and programs such as: Tour of facility and talk of programs (club and intramural sports, outdoor pursuits) Climbing wall Racquet and Fitness Center dual memberships Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-6 -
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs on Campus Tom Liszewski, MA, LPC, LLP, University Counselor and Presenter, ATOD on Campus. Personal Counseling Center. X 5961 This is a presentation that focuses on disseminating a positive message using a Social Norms approach on Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) on campus. It is embedded in an overall presentation on how most students are healthier than many people think. Other FSUS presentations under Wellness are; Managing Stress/Anxiety/Staying Healthy in School Consent is Sexy Kevin Carmody Associate Dean of Student Life Title IX Coordinator X 2088 This presentation will go further in depth about elements of affirmative consent, as well as healthy communication for diverse relationships. Habits to Live By Chris Westerkamp X 5037 ChristopherWesterkamp@ferris.edu Forming life-long habits begins now. How do my sleeping, eating and exercise impact the rest of my life? This discussion focuses on the impact of diet, sleep, and exercise on life-long health, happiness, and college success. Staying Healthy in College Birkam Health Center, X 5961 This is a presentation that focuses on helping new college students understand the physical and mental demands of college and the impact on physical well-being and health. This presentation provides lots of tips and tools on how to keep well! Step Up: Bystander Intervention Kevin Carmody Associate Dean of Student Life Title IX Coordinator X 2088 Step Up involves student leaders showing how and when to intervene in a risky situation to help keep yourself and our campus safe. Recovery 101: Substance Abuse Addiction Kimberly Livingston Ten Sixteen Recovery Network Prevention Coordinator Voice: 231-527-2000 Ext. 1085 Cell: 231-388-1187 klivingston@1016.org Students will be able to identify how addiction happens, why it happens to some and not others, and what they can do about it. Requests for speakers are honored on a first-come, first-serve basis, depending on availability. Instructors are required to be present when there is a guest speaker. Updated 4/11/17-7 -