Schedule for Fall 2025

All programs will take place from 12:10 - 1 p.m. in the Leach Dining Room in Peirce Hall. Lunch is provided for in-person attendees. Students, faculty and staff are all welcome to attend. Please register in advance.

  • Wednesday, Sept. 24: The Science and Art of Great Conversations
    Inspired by Alison Wood Brooks’ book "Talk," this workshop explores how curiosity, listening, and warmth can transform interactions with colleagues, students, and community members. Through interactive activities and practical strategies, you’ll leave with tools to build stronger connections and make every conversation more meaningful.
  • Thursday, Oct. 9: Shatterproof: Building Everyday Resilience
    Resilience isn’t about being tough — it’s about learning how to bend without breaking. Inspired by Tasha Eurich’s "Shatterproof," this session highlights habits and mindsets that help people recover from setbacks, manage stress, and adapt to change. With reflection, discussion, and real-life strategies, you’ll walk away with practical, science-backed tools to strengthen your resilience at work and beyond.
  • Thursday, Nov. 20: Professional Communication Skills for the Workplace (An Ombuds Office and Human Resources Collaboration)
    Strong communication is at the heart of a healthy workplace. This interactive workshop will cover verbal and nonverbal communication strategies to build clarity and connection, guidelines for professional appropriateness, and frameworks for giving and receiving critical feedback. Participants will leave with tools to foster respect, effective interactions and enhance collaboration across campus.

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