WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY STAFF SENATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

WEEK

MAY 20-24TH, 2013

WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY STAFF SENATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEEK

MAY 20-24TH, 2013

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

11:00-12:15 Developing YOU:

Getting Funding for Professional Development 304-Thompson Center

11:00-12:15 Communicating with Style:

Assertiveness vs.

Aggressiveness 207-C Thompson Center

11:00-12:15 Money Matters

“A Dollar Makes Me Holla”

207-C Thompson Center

11:00 – 1:00 What Color Are You?

Discover Your TRUE COLORS Personality

12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Funtime Friday

Enjoy games, prizes, and food!

*Wear WSSU*

2:00-3:15 Diverse Issues in the

Workplace

304-Thompson Center

2:00-3:15 NETtiquette:

Navigating the World of eCommunications

207-C Thompson Center

2:00-3:15 Stress Management

STRESSED is DESSERTS Spelled Backwards

*Dessert Bar* *limited to 50 attendees*

REGISTRATION REQIRED

Learn about yourself and your colleagues’

workstyles.

*lunch/limited to 50* REGISTRATION

REQUIRED

Thompson Center

Breezeway

Rain Location: 207A/B/C

Developing YOU: Getting Funding for Professional Development

Attend this workshop to learn how to obtain up to $1000 in professional development

funds for various professional development opportunities. Guests include members of the

Staff Senate Professional Development Committee; and peer employees will share their

experiences with securing funding to attend workshops, conferences, or other professional

development activity.

Facilitators:

Professional Development Committee

WSSU Colleagues’ Presentations

Date: Monday, May 20, 2013

Time: 11:00-12:15

Location: 304-Thompson Center

Diverse Issues in the Workplace

We are all different. Each of us brings our own unique perspectives on the world at large. This is

what contributes to the greatness of our nation, state, city, and yes – this university.

Diverse Issues in the Workplace will explore hot topics such as ageism, career progression and the

“glass ceiling”, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation, and harassment, which are commonplace in

today’s society. Add these “hot topics” to the workplace, and you may have a recipe for disaster!

Our goal is to gain insight into these topics while creating a culture of acceptance and celebration

of our diversity.

Panelists:

Mr. Joshua Ernst, Mrs. Orielle Hope,

Mrs. Silvia Ramos

Date: Monday, May 20, 2013

Time: 2:00-3:15

Location: 304-Thompson Center

Communicating with Style: Assertiveness vs. Aggressiveness

In an age where freedoms are tested and re-tested, even re-written to suit the needs of a given perspective, when is it appropriate - or perish the thought of harassment - to be aggressive versus assertive in today’s workplace?

Let’s explore! Can it actually be a win - win?

Facilitator:

Ms. Melva Daniels

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Time: 11:00-12:15

Location: 207-C Thompson Center

NETiquette: Navigating the World of eCommunications

WHY ARE YOU YELLING!?!?!?!? Join us as we explore

“NETiquette”(etiquette on the Internet). Good and proper netiquette

can be tricky and covers several topics! Attend this session to learn

netiquette protocol and legalities surrounding e-communications.

Panelists: Mr. Ivey Brown, Mr. Derrick Hargove, Mr. Calvin Holloway, Ms. Zena Moreland Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Time: 2:00-3:15 Location: 207-C Thompson Center

Money Matters “A Dollar Makes Me Holla”

Do you have more month than money? Living within a budget takes

discipline, planning, and money management skills. Given the current economic

climate, it is more important than ever to take a hard look at your finances and

establish your spending priorities. This session will enhance your knowledge

and build skills towards your financial well being.

Facilitator:

Mrs. Shenell Thompson

Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Time: 11:00-12:15

Location: 207-C Thompson Center

Stress Management: STRESSED is DESSERTS Spelled Backwards

We all have multiple roles: parent, employee, manager, volunteer, church member, neighbor,

caretaker of our parents, coach, etc. For many of us, our lives are already a circus in which we

play the role of “the juggler.” How do we juggle it all? Attend this action-packed, and

humorous workshop to help you do just that with our guest speaker, Ms. Alyce Kemp-DeWitt.

Her presentations are effective in helping people understand how laughter can lower stress

levels and affect physical and mental health in a positive way. Ms. DeWitt’s goal is to leave

the audience feeling better informed and with a more positive

view of themselves and on life.

Facilitator: Ms. Alyce Kemp-DeWitt Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Time: 2:00-3:15 Location: 207-C Thompson Center Limited to 50 attendees. Registration Required.

What Color Are You? True Colors Personality Assessment

True Colors™ is a model for understanding yourself and others based on your

personality temperament, that is easy to understand, remember and apply. With the

colors of Blue, Gold, Green and Orange - True Colors distills the elaborate concepts

of personality theory into a user-friendly, practical tool used to foster healthy

productive relationships. Each of us has a combination of these True Colors that

make up our personality spectrum, usually with one of the styles being the most

dominant. Identifying your personality and the personalities of others using True

Colors provides you with insights into different motivations, actions and

communication approaches.

Facilitator: Ms. Monica Boyd and Ms. Michelle Jordan Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013 Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm Location: 207-C Thompson Center Limited to 50 attendees. Registration Required.

Funtime Friday at the Breezeway

Join us for fun, food, games and more as we celebrate YOU for all you do!

Wear Red/WSSU Paraphernalia

Sign in at check in table to get tickets for food!

Play games / Win Prizes

Friday, May 24, 2013

12:00pm – 2:00pm

Thompson Center Breezeway

Rain Location: 207 A/B/C Thompson Center

About Our Speakers & Panelists

Mr. Ivey Brown, Esq.

Ivey Brown has been employed at Winston-Salem State University for 6 years and he currently serves as Associate University Counsel. Prior to coming to WSSU, Mr. Brown worked for 3 years in the NC General Assembly.

In addition to his community service and board memberships, he was named one of the 40 Leaders Under 40 in 2013.

Mr. Brown earned his JD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, an MBA from Winston-Salem State University, and dual majors in English and Communications from East Carolina University where he also earned his Certificate in Business and Technical Communication.

Panelist: NETiquette: Navigating the World of eCommunications

About Our Speakers & Panelists Ms. Melva Daniels

Her dream was to become a flight attendant, however, at age 15 she was already too tall by airline standards. Later while watching a popular sitcom of the early fifties entitled “Private Secretary” she found herself dreaming of becoming a secretary. Boy did she realize that dream!

Melva, a native of Winston-Salem, NC and a product of both the Catholic and Public Schools of this city, deems herself a live long Ram from her college years to her more than 30 years of employment at WSSU. Whether you have been a part of the campus family a few years or decades you have noticed her tall swagger as she moves about the campus, assisting with university projects, serving on various university committees or maybe you’ve talked with her via the telephone or in person and witnessed her quick wit. Nevertheless, you will have heard her say, “I am always good for a laugh!” or in really challenging time, “Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross.”

Presently, the Administrative Assistant to Dr. Everette Witherspoon, Director of Title III, Melva has served as Administrative Assistant in the School of Health Sciences, Physical Sciences Departmental Assistant, and Secretary to the public information officer, as well as a 13 year stint as a Head Start instructor.

Facilitator: Communicating with Style: Assertiveness vs. Aggressiveness

About Our Speakers & Panelists

Ms. Alyce Kemp-DeWitt

Alyce Kemp-DeWitt retired from the South Carolina Department of Mental Health, after

serving as the Director of Volunteer Services at the G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital.

Ms. DeWitt is now a motivational speaker who has addressed thousands giving special

emphasis to motivation, humor and goal setting. She combines a wealth of experience,

including coping with personal tragedy, and practical knowledge mixed with humor to

help others overcome the tragedies of life. Her presentations are effective in helping people

understand how laughter can lower stress levels and effect physical and mental health in a

positive way. Ms. DeWitt’s goal is to leave the audience feeling better informed and with

a more positive view of themselves and on life.

Speaker: Stress management: STRESSED is DESSERTS Spelled Backwards

About Our Speakers & Panelists

Mr. Joshua Ernst

Joshua R. Ernst (Josh) has been Assistant Legal Counsel at Winston-Salem State University since March 2011. Mr. Ernst's practice is general in nature coving such areas as procurement, employment law, student related issues and related litigation. Prior to coming to WSSU, Mr. Ernst worked in the General Counsel's Office at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, NC.

Mr. Ernst earned his J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law. He also holds both a B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering and a B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Russian from Case Western Reserve University.

Panelist: Diverse Issues in the Workplace

About Our Speakers & Panelists

Mr. Derrick Hargrove

Derrick is currently a Senior Technology Support Services, with WSSU

Technology Support Services. He has been employed with WSSU since

December 2008, after earning both, a Master of Science, in Computer

Science and Information Technology, and a Bachelor of Science, in

Computer Science, from Winston-Salem State University. His specialties

include Desktop Support, and Technical Training.

Panelist: NETiquette: Navigating the World of eCommunications

About Our Speakers & Panelists

Mr. Calvin M. Holloway, SPHR

A Senior Human Resources Professional, Calvin Holloway currently serves in the

capacity of Employee Relations and Staff Development Manager with Winston-Salem

State University. Prior to joining the university, Mr. Holloway worked in Training,

Operations, and Sales with Pepsi Bottling Group, and as an On-air Personality, News &

Sports Director, TV Host, Producer and Director at WAUG TV/AM.

Mr. Holloway earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications from Winston-Salem

State University.

Panelist: NETiquette: Navigating the World of eCommunications

About Our Speakers & Panelists Mrs. Orielle E. Hope

Orielle E. Hope began and developed her professional career at a local managed care agency where she served in many roles including Quality Management and Compliance Analyst. Currently she is the Director of Human Resources, Quality Improvement & Training for Top Priority Care Services, a leading North Carolina based mental health agency. Orielle is responsible for directing and implementing human resource and quality improvement functions across site locations, including the oversight of training and development activities. Orielle has been a human resource professional for five years and has over ten years experience in strategic planning, quality management and corporate compliance.

Orielle received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Winston-Salem State University and a Master of Science degree in Human Resources (Business and Industry) from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, where she was inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi in 2005. Orielle is the 2013 President of the Winston-Salem Society for Human Resource Management (WSSHRM). She previously served for two years as the WSSHRM Diversity Director and most currently as President-Elect. Orielle received the 2011 WSSHRM President’s Award for her commitment and dedication to the chapter and the human resource profession. Orielle is currently serving as the Co-Chair of the 2013 NCSHRM State Conference. Orielle is also a national SHRM member.

Panelist: Diverse Issues in the Workplace

About Our Speakers & Panelists Ms. Zena V. Moreland

Zena has been employed with Winston-Salem State University since 2010. She is a

master at multi-tasking, and serves as a stellar Administrative Assistant in the School

of Education and Human Performance. Ms. Moreland completed her undergraduate

degree in Business Administration from Winston-Salem State University in 2008.

Known for her business savvy, and high degree of professionalism, Ms. Moreland is

highly sought after for consultation regarding an array of professional development and

administrative matters.

Panelist: NETiquette: Navigating the World of eCommunications

About Our Speakers & Panelists Mrs. Silvia C. Ramos Office of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action & Diversity Winston-Salem State University

Silvia Ramos has been has been a transformative diversity advocate in higher education and in her community for over ten years. Currently, she serves as the EEO/AA & Diversity Officer at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), a Historically Black College and University in North Carolina. As chief diversity officer, she is responsible for interpreting and analyzing policies and procedures related to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action; developing transformative diversity education programs; enhancing diversity in the curriculum and co-curriculum; and promoting inclusive excellence throughout campus and the surrounding community.

Prior to joining WSSU, Ms. Ramos served as the associate director for diversity education at Virginia Tech, where she played a critical role in the development and assessment of diversity initiatives designed to address issues of access and retention for both students and faculty of historically underserved populations.

While serving as diversity administrator at California State University, Channel Islands, she provided oversight to the Multicultural and Women’s Gender Student Center, as well as the University Outreach department. It was there that she developed the philosophy that community service and engagement are invaluable experiences that should shape and guide diversity professionals everywhere.

Her community service commitments have ranged from working with women’s shelters, to volunteering as an interpreter for the community clinic, and leading communities in hurricane relief efforts. Ms. Ramos received her undergraduate degree from Florida Gulf Coast University, and her M.S. in Counseling and Human Development from Radford University.

Panelist: Diverse Issues in the Workplace

About Our Speakers & Panelists

Mrs. Shenell McClurkin Thompson

Shenell is the Director of Financial Education at Financial Pathways of the Piedmont

(formerly Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Forsyth, Inc.), where she provides

financial education to individuals, companies, non-profits, and other organizations. She

has earned a Master of Arts in Human Resource Development and Management from

Webster University, and is currently pursuing Masters of Arts in Professional Licensed

Counseling at Liberty University. Mrs. Thompson is also a Certified Educator of

Personal Finance, Certified Consumer Credit Counselor, an Educator and Housing

Counselor. Shenell resides in Winston-Salem, NC with her husband, and two children,

and is very active within the community.

Speaker: Money Matters: “A Dollar Makes Me Holla”

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Office of the Chancellor Funtime Friday at the Breezeway

Cotton Candy/Popcorn/Marketing Materials

Finance and Administration Funtime Friday at the Breezeway Hotdogs, Lemonade, Chips, Etc.

School of Health Sciences True Colors

Salad Bar Luncheon

School of Business and Economic Funtime Friday at the Breezeway

Angelo’s Italian Ice

School of Education Stressed is Desserts Spelled Backwards

Dessert Bar

2013 Professional Development Week Planning Committee

Monica Boyd

Deidra Gilliard

Jean Glenn

Michelle Jordan