All-University Leadership Conference 2008 Program
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25 Years of Growth: Leadership From e Ground Up
Sponsored by Office of the Dean of Students
25 Years of Growth: Leadership From e Ground Up
October 4th - October 5th 2008
Doral Desert Princess Resort
Welcome
Welcome to beautiful Palm Springs and UCI’s 25th Annual Randy B. Lewis All-University Leadership Conference! Each year, a select group of UCI students has the opportunity to spend a weekend away from campus for the purpose of enhancing their leadership skills, discussing issues facing the campus community, and forging relationships among administrators and other student leaders. As conferees, you join an “All-U” alumni of over 4,420 students that have participated in this program since its establishment in 1984. To this day, the All-University Leadership Conference remains the only event of its kind among the University of California campuses. Our conference theme, 25 Years of Growth: Leadership From The Ground Up, hopes to inspire students to examine what makes up a leader today. We welcome our new Law School Dean, Erwin Chemerinsky to the conference to deliver the opening keynote addressing his vision for UCI’s Law School while sharing his perspective on free speech in an academic environment. Our conference planning committee is excited that Dean Chemerinsky accepted our invitation to kick-off this year’s program and we are looking forward to introducing him to our UCI student leadership. As the conference chair, I would like to express my deep appreciation to the dedicated group of students and administrators who served on the conference planning committee. This resourceful group met every other week throughout the summer to plan every nuance of this program. Thanks also to those campus administrators, student leaders, and alumni that contributed their valuable time to facilitate our conference workshops and discussion groups. Above all, thank you, UCI student leaders, for being a part of this conference and for your many contributions on behalf of the campus community. The planning committee trusts that you will find much in the next two days which challenges you, causes you to think, and provides you with insights into your roles as campus leaders. Our hope is that this conference will better prepare you for leadership in a changing world. Sincerely,
Rameen Talesh
Conference Chair
2008 Conference Planning Committee
Committee Chair • Rameen Talesh Associate Dean, Office of the Dean of Students
Umera Ameen Sarah Bana David Bishop Megan Braun Mia Cromarty Jansen Cudal Edgar Dormitorio America Darlene Esparza Raid Faraj Daphne Felicitas Greg Ferrer Jennifer Gamble Tiffany Go Adrienne Elise Grayson Kyle Holmes Kevin Huie Andrea Knies Alex Kushner Floyd Lai Ellen Lu Eric Ly Neysa Nankervis Justin O’Neill Anthony Pang Daniel Park Sally Peterson Leigh Poirier Ball Oracio Sanchez Genice Sarcedo Sherwynn Umali Kelly Watanabe Sandy Winslow Leya Worcester Tonie Zhu Fatin Zubi University Advancement/Telephone Outreach Student Center Board, Cross-Cultural Center Intern Director, LGBTRC ASUCI President Center for Service in Action, Circle K Programs Assistant, Office of the Dean of Students Director, Student Judicial Affairs Director, Center for Service in Action Senior Investigator/Diversity Educator, Equal Opportunity & Diversity Internship Coordinator, Career Center Assistant Director, Disability Services Center Complex Coordinator, Mesa Court Housing Alpha Chi Omega, ASUCI Executive Board Outreach Coordinator, Center for Educational Partnerships ASUCI Executive Board Director, Cross-Cultural Center Career Counselor, Career Center Student Government, Program Coordinator Assistant Director, Cross-Cultural Center Associate Director, University Communications, University Advancement Center for Service in Action Pi Beta Phi, Administrative Intern Program Coordinator, Arroyo Vista Housing Alcohol Prevention Coordinator, Health Education First Year Experience Coordinator, Middle Earth Housing Dean of Students Associate Director, Health Education ASUCI Executive Board Program Coordinator, LGBTRC Assistant Director, Cross-Cultural Center Vice President, Tomo No Kai Executive Director, ASUCI Co-President, Public Health Association Vice President, Undergraduate Finance Association Administrative Resource Coordinator, Office of the Dean of Students
2008 Conference Goals
Student Pride and Spirit Student Empowerment Campus Culture
To promote campus spirit and inspire students to become proud and effective leaders. To raise awareness about campus issues and empower students to pursue meaningful involvements in university governance. To better understand the diversity within the campus culture and to appreciate how diversity can positively affect the UCI community
Leadership Styles and Skill
To better appreciate various leadership styles and to strengthen personal leadership skills.
Student, Faculty, and Administrative Relations Integrity and Values-Based Decision Making Campus and Community Technology Follow-Up
To fortify linkages and invigorate communication between student, faculty, and administrative leaders. To promote leadership integrity and values-based decision making. To develop a vision/plan for UCI and the external community relating to student issues. To promote positive use of technology and educate students on how it may be effectively applied to student life. To identify strategies for applying information learned at the conference to our leadership challenges at home.
Previous Conference Themes
2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 Zot’s Anatomy: Dissecting Leadership UCI: Unity, Consciousness and Integrity Transition and Vision Coming of Age: Change, Choices, and Challenges Connect the Zots The Ant•ology: A Leadership Collective Anteaters to Antleaders Leadership: A Journey, Not A Destination Yes 2 Knowledge (Y2K) Profiles of Leadership: Styles, Strategies and Successes Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow [email protected] Renewing the University: Making Ideas Real That Was Then, This is Now - UCI: Understanding Our Changing Institution Working Together: Building Better Bridges Redefining UCI: Unity Through Campuswide Interaction If Not Me, Who? If Not Now, When? Leadership: Vision in Action Leadership...At Your Service Leadership in a Changing Environment Rising to the Challenge Developing the Leader Within: Not for Leaders Only The Challenge of Leadership Developing Your Leadership Style
Saturday, October 4th
8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Depart for Doral Desert Princess Resort Arrive at the Doral Desert Princess Resort
Registration and Check In
Place Luggage in Suite 139
Welcome by Chair
Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C
Rameen Talesh Lunch
11:30 a.m. 12:00 noon
Opening Keynote: “Free Speech”
Mesquite A,B,C
Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, UCI School of Law Anteater Cafe´ Breakout I Workshops (Select 1 of 4)
Event Planning
Presenter: Sandy Winsow, Executive Director / Student Government & Darren Endo, Event Planner / Scheduling and Conference Services Have you spent weeks planning an event, only to see your officers show up? Have you found the event planning process at UCI to be overwhelming, difficult to navigate, and expensive? Expand your marketing tools and event planning know-how at this interactive session on successful programming at UCI. Both new and experienced programmers will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in a small group breakout session. Attendees will leave with up-to-date resources, new ideas and valuable information that may be utilized for programming at UCI and beyond. Vista, Canyon Suites, Oleander B, Mesquite
1:10 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Oleander A
Oleander B
The “Head Shot” Syndrome: Understanding Your World View, Comfort Zone, and Cultural Lens
Presenter: Kevin Huie, Director / Cross-Cultural Center Part of becoming an effective student leader is learning to manage, communicate, and work with your diverse constituency. In order to do this, one must understand how his or her world view, comfort zone and cultural lens can have an effect on actions, interactions and reactions with and among one another. This interactive workshop allows participants the opportunity to analyze the ways in which they see and interpret others, to assess their comfort levels with difference, and to increase their awareness of one’s ability to make presumptions based on appearance. Participants will also be able to set an action plan in developing their own intercultural effectiveness.
Saturday, October 4th
Oleander C
When it comes to Conflict: What’s your approach?
Presenter: Michael Chennault, University Ombudsman When approaching conflict it’s important to know what triggers your fears, biases and hot buttons. In short it’s critical to be self aware. In this workshop, we will explore how you typically approach conflict and how biases make it difficult to be impartial. The process is highly interactive.
Mesquite D
Beyond Your Peers! How to Communicate Across Generations
Presenters: Andrea Knies, Career Counselor / Career Center & Daphne Felicitas, Career Counselor / Career Center Get a snapshot of the different generations you interact with… Traditionalists, Babyboomers, Generation “X” and YOU, the Millennials! Up until now, you’ve been surrounded by peers who watched the same shows and listened to the music of today’s Grammy winners. As emerging leaders you interact with all 4 generations so it is essential to understand and appreciate the differences and links between generations. Learn how to manage your personal communication with supervisors, faculty, administrators and club sponsors from all generations. Practice what you learn in this highly interactive workshop!
3:25 p.m.
Vista
Zot Groups
The Issues of Free Speech: How can we better appreciate different opinions and points of view?
Facilitator: Leya Worcester, Public Health Association
We live in a country that has its historical roots in free speech: the First Amendment prohibits the United States Congress from making laws that infringe on freedom of speech, but there are limitations on this freedom. How can we, a group of leaders at UCI, continue to appreciate the diverse set of opinions and points of view? In this Zotgroup, our goal is to act with compassion and sensitivity as we accept the opinions of others. We will strive to learn from each other in an atmosphere of positive interaction and mutual respect.
Oleander B
CONTACT: Clubs & Organizations Networking to Achieve Campus Ties
Facilitator: Kelly Watanabe, Tomo No Kai & Mia Cromarty, Center for Service and Action
Do you want your organization to build stronger partnerships with other groups on campus? Most organization leaders answer with an enthusiastic Yes! Come be a part of this Zotgroup to share ideas on building stronger relationships and programming between organizations on-campus.
Oleander C
Show Me the Money!: Information and Discussion about Campus Funding
Facilitator: Megan Braun, ASUCI
Megan Braun as the Chair of the Student Programming Funding Board will provide a brief summary of the sources of on campus funding, explain how the application process works and offer tips on successfully being awarded funding. There will be an open discussion about strategies for securing funding, comments on how the funding process can better meet the needs of your organization, brainstorming about fundraising ideas and an opportunity to ask questions about funding.
Saturday, October 4th
Canyon CD
Anteater Pride: Zot-Style
Facilitator: Tiffany Go, ASUCI, Alpha Chi Omega
A common complaint about UC Irvine is that it is an apathetic commuter school. Ask leaders on this campus how they feel about UCI and apathetic is not one of the words you hear. Our goal is to spread that love and pride to every Anteater. Come discuss what can be done to ensure that all students reap the benefits of a more unified campus. Expect laughs, interesting facts about UCI, and spirit freebies. Doing it ZOT-STYLE will never go out of fashion!
Mesquite D
Political Engagement
Facilitator: Neysa Nankervis, Administrative Intern, Pi Beta Phi
Political engagement is the combination of political awareness and participation. With such a significant election fast approaching it is important that students have a clear understanding of the various ways to get involved and actively participate on campus and in the community. This Zot Group will be an opportunity to openly ask questions, state concerns and discuss amongst fellow students the many branches of political engagement.
Vista
Student Space on Campus
Facilitator: Sarah Bana, Student Center Board, Circle K
Everyday, thousands of students use the Student Center, the Bren Events Center, and the Anteater Recreation Center. All three of these entities are integral parts of student life, and in turn, are at least partially funded by student fees. Come discuss the future of these facilities as well as the possible changes that can be made to enhance the AntLeader experience.
Mesquite E
Making the Grade: How do we score in diversity and inclusivity at UCI?
Facilitator: Oracio Sanchez, ASUCI
UCI strives to be a diverse campus where students can learn and respect the differences of each other. In this Zotgroup we have the opportunity to address and voice our opinion in regards to our campus climate. Are we diverse enough? How tolerant are we? Do we feel safe? Have all our needs been met? This discussion will include topics related to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disabilities, safety, student health, and more.
Oleander A
Expanding the Branches of Sustainability
Facilitator: Eric Ly, Center for Service in Action & Colin Murphy, Sustainability Coalition at UCI
Got some ideas on how to make UCI a more sustainable campus? Want to learn more and get involved with the Sustainability movement on campus? This Zot Group will provide a discussion for sustainability issues as well as a way to network with other fellow Anteaters who are concerned about sustainability.
4:35 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
Anteater Cafe´ Breakout II
Canyon Suites / Mesquite Foyer
Vista, Canyon Suites, Oleander B, Mesquite
Claim Key Packets and Room Check-In
Saturday, October 4th
6:30 p.m. Dinner Etiquette Presentation
Kathryn Van Ness & Michelle Foley
Professional & Dining Etiquette: First and Lasting Impressions!
Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C
8:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Anteater Idol Karaoke and Games
Sunday, October 5th
8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Oleander A
Check-Out of Rooms
Room 139 Mesquite A,B,C
Continental Breakfast Super Sunday Sessions
Overcome your fear of public speaking….and boring meetings too!
Presenter: Jennifer Gamble, Complex Coordinator / Mesa Court Housing Learn tips and techniques that will help you lead your next meeting and increase your comfort level in public speaking. This session will provide you with the opportunity to practice speaking in front of a group and identify ways to overcome common anxieties related to public speaking. Principles for leading effective meetings will also be presented.
Oleander B
Managing Your Most Valuable Resource: Time
Presenter: Sally Peterson, Dean of Students Did you ever wonder why some students seem to have more time than others? The fact is, that when it comes to one of our most valuable resources, time, everyone has an equal share of it, each of us are forced to spend it at the same rate, and each of us has all there is of it - that is the paradox of time. Attend this workshop on one of your most valuable resources and learn how you can manage yourself with respect to the “clock.” You will identify your own “time wasters,” learn techniques to eliminate them, and emerge as a more organized student leader for the year to come.
Sunday, October 5th
Oleander C
Catching Your Breath - Stress Management for the Active Student Leader
Presenter: Leigh Porier-Ball, Associate Director / Health Education Center Are you stressed? Do you find yourself skipping meals? Do you sacrifice sleep due to your busy schedule? Does ‘working out’ for you mean running from class to meetings to study groups? Unfortunately, some student leaders are willing to sacrifice their own well being in order to help their organizations. However, your own personal health contributes to the success of your organization. Relaxation is a key part of maintaining physical, mental and emotional wellness. Relaxation and healthy stress management quiets your mind, calms your body and allows you to perform at your personal best. This workshop explores techniques and resources available to manage stress and enhance personal wellness. It is designed to be active in nature with time for personal reflection.
Oleander D
Creating Success as a Strengths-Based Leader
Presenters: Andrea Knies, Career Counselor / Career Center & Daphne Felicitas, Career Counselor / Career Center Start the new year with a more engaged and effective team! During times when we achieve success and perform our best, we are most often utilizing our natural talents. Imagine leading a team of members who are maximizing their unique strengths to achieve your team’s vision. Walk away with tools you can use to identify and leverage your team’s strengths. Activate your leadership success by joining us for this interactive and insightful workshop
11:15 a.m.
UCI History of Social Movements/Zotgroup Reports
Mesquite A,B,C How do some student groups empower their membership to grow and realize their potential as student leaders? What are the factors that have made a difference in certain organizations achieving success? What are the pros and cons of protest and confrontation as a tactic by student groups to bring about change? How can you as student leaders build opportunities for student empowerment within your organization and make a difference on the UCI campus? Be sure to attend this plenary session and learn about these issues plus others that will inspire you and your organization to bring about positive change at UCI. This plenary session is expected to serve as a kick off to the reports by the various Zot Groups.
12:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m.
Lunch
Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C
Closing Remarks
Presenter Bios
Erwin Chemerinsky
Founding Dean and Distinguished Professor of Law
University of California, Irvine School of Law
Erwin Chemerinsky, a nationally renowned scholar of constitutional law and civil procedure, assumed the founding deanship of the new University of California, Irvine School of Law effective July 1, 2008. Dean Chemerinsky is responsible for the school’s academic and administrative leadership, including developing and implementing a scholarly and educational vision that will take the school from start-up to top-tier status. Prior to his UC Irvine appointment, Dean Chemerinsky held an endowed professorship in law and political science at Duke University, was professor of public interest law, legal ethics, and political science at the University of Southern California Law School, and prior to that a law professor at DePaul College of Law. Before turning to teaching, Dean Chemerinsky practiced law as a trial attorney with the United States Department of Justice, and at Dobrovir, Oakes & Gebhardt in Washington, D.C. He received a B.S. from Northwestern University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. Author of numerous authoritative books and a frequent contributor to newspapers and magazines, Dean Chemerinsky regularly serves as a commentator on legal issues for national and local media outlets. In April 2005, he was named by Legal Affairs as one of “the top 20 legal thinkers in America,” was named by the Daily Journal every year from 1998-2003 as one of the 100 most influential lawyers in California, and is the recipient of innumerable prizes and awards for service to the public good. Rare among law school deans, he frequently argues appellate cases before the United States Supreme Court and the United States Courts of Appeals, and has testified many times before congressional and state legislative committees.
Kathryn Van Ness
Director, UCI Career Center Kathryn received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Wisconsin in Communications and Counseling. She spent ten years at UCLA where she was asked to rejuvenate the MBA Career Center at The Anderson School. Under her leadership, the Center was ranked by Business Week as the Best MBA Career Center in the nation in 1996 and in 1998. Kathryn arrived at UCI in 1999 to rebuild our UCI Career Center – the culture and the services. The results? You have access to outstanding resources and an energetic professional team to help you define and reach career goals whether aiming for the Peace Corps, a public service law firm, or a corporate entity.
Michelle Foley
Employer & Campus Relations Specialist, UCI Career Center Michelle has been actively creating internship and career opportunities for UCI students for over 5 years. Michelle brings extensive experience in customer service, career services and hospitality. She has become the “Etiquette Queen” at the UCI Career Center offering dining and professional etiquette training for student groups on campus and to summer interns at Ernst & Young, a top consulting firm.
Acknowledgments
We would like to acknowledge the financial contributions of those schools, departments, and individuals that assisted in underwriting all or a portion of the costs of many participating students. Alumni Association Arroyo Vista Housing Arts Student Affairs ASUCI Bren School of ICS Campus Recreation Campus Village Housing Campuswide Honors Program Career Center Center for Educational Partnerships, SAGE Scholars Program Center for International Education Center for Service in Action Community and Government Relations Counseling Center Cross-Cultural Center Disability Services Center Division of Undergraduate Education Education Financial Aid Health Education Center Hospitality & Dining Services Housing Housing Outreach Services International Studies LGBTRC Mesa Court Housing Middle Earth Housing Office of the Dean of Students Office of the Vice Chancellor Student Affiars Office of the Ombuds Scheduling & Conference Services School’s First Credit Union Social Science Undergrad Office Student Affairs Student Center UCI Police Department UCI School of Law Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program Veteran Services Vista del Campo Vista del Campo Norte
Presenter Contact Info
Dean Erwin Chemerinsky
UCI School of Law http://www.law.uci.edu
Michael Chennault Darren Endo
University Ombudsman [email protected] • (949) 824-7256
Event Planner, Scheduling & Conference Services [email protected] • (949) 824-5252
Daphne Felicitas Michelle Foley
Internship Coordinator, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-6110
Recruiting Coordinator, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-6884
Jennifer Gamble Kevin Huie
Complex Coordinator, Mesa Court [email protected] • (949) 824-7530
Director, Cross-Cultural Center [email protected] • (949) 824-2001
Andrea Knies
Career Counselor, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-0038
Sally Peterson
Dean of Students [email protected] • (949) 824-5590
Leigh Porier-Ball
Associate Director, Health Education [email protected] • (949) 824-9688
Kathryn Van Ness Sandy Winslow
Director, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-4643
Executive Director, Student Government [email protected] • (949) 824-2442
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Protect Your Belongings
Please note that conference participants are responsible for their own belongings. Laptop computers and other valuables should not be left unattended. Valuables may be checked at no charge with the bell captain stationed at the Doral Hotel front lobby
Conference Conduct Policy
The Randy B. Lewis All University Leadership Conference is an alcohol and substance free University-sponsored event. Your compliance with this policy is appreciated. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sponsored by Office of the Dean of Students
25 Years of Growth: Leadership From e Ground Up
October 4th - October 5th 2008
Doral Desert Princess Resort
Welcome
Welcome to beautiful Palm Springs and UCI’s 25th Annual Randy B. Lewis All-University Leadership Conference! Each year, a select group of UCI students has the opportunity to spend a weekend away from campus for the purpose of enhancing their leadership skills, discussing issues facing the campus community, and forging relationships among administrators and other student leaders. As conferees, you join an “All-U” alumni of over 4,420 students that have participated in this program since its establishment in 1984. To this day, the All-University Leadership Conference remains the only event of its kind among the University of California campuses. Our conference theme, 25 Years of Growth: Leadership From The Ground Up, hopes to inspire students to examine what makes up a leader today. We welcome our new Law School Dean, Erwin Chemerinsky to the conference to deliver the opening keynote addressing his vision for UCI’s Law School while sharing his perspective on free speech in an academic environment. Our conference planning committee is excited that Dean Chemerinsky accepted our invitation to kick-off this year’s program and we are looking forward to introducing him to our UCI student leadership. As the conference chair, I would like to express my deep appreciation to the dedicated group of students and administrators who served on the conference planning committee. This resourceful group met every other week throughout the summer to plan every nuance of this program. Thanks also to those campus administrators, student leaders, and alumni that contributed their valuable time to facilitate our conference workshops and discussion groups. Above all, thank you, UCI student leaders, for being a part of this conference and for your many contributions on behalf of the campus community. The planning committee trusts that you will find much in the next two days which challenges you, causes you to think, and provides you with insights into your roles as campus leaders. Our hope is that this conference will better prepare you for leadership in a changing world. Sincerely,
Rameen Talesh
Conference Chair
2008 Conference Planning Committee
Committee Chair • Rameen Talesh Associate Dean, Office of the Dean of Students
Umera Ameen Sarah Bana David Bishop Megan Braun Mia Cromarty Jansen Cudal Edgar Dormitorio America Darlene Esparza Raid Faraj Daphne Felicitas Greg Ferrer Jennifer Gamble Tiffany Go Adrienne Elise Grayson Kyle Holmes Kevin Huie Andrea Knies Alex Kushner Floyd Lai Ellen Lu Eric Ly Neysa Nankervis Justin O’Neill Anthony Pang Daniel Park Sally Peterson Leigh Poirier Ball Oracio Sanchez Genice Sarcedo Sherwynn Umali Kelly Watanabe Sandy Winslow Leya Worcester Tonie Zhu Fatin Zubi University Advancement/Telephone Outreach Student Center Board, Cross-Cultural Center Intern Director, LGBTRC ASUCI President Center for Service in Action, Circle K Programs Assistant, Office of the Dean of Students Director, Student Judicial Affairs Director, Center for Service in Action Senior Investigator/Diversity Educator, Equal Opportunity & Diversity Internship Coordinator, Career Center Assistant Director, Disability Services Center Complex Coordinator, Mesa Court Housing Alpha Chi Omega, ASUCI Executive Board Outreach Coordinator, Center for Educational Partnerships ASUCI Executive Board Director, Cross-Cultural Center Career Counselor, Career Center Student Government, Program Coordinator Assistant Director, Cross-Cultural Center Associate Director, University Communications, University Advancement Center for Service in Action Pi Beta Phi, Administrative Intern Program Coordinator, Arroyo Vista Housing Alcohol Prevention Coordinator, Health Education First Year Experience Coordinator, Middle Earth Housing Dean of Students Associate Director, Health Education ASUCI Executive Board Program Coordinator, LGBTRC Assistant Director, Cross-Cultural Center Vice President, Tomo No Kai Executive Director, ASUCI Co-President, Public Health Association Vice President, Undergraduate Finance Association Administrative Resource Coordinator, Office of the Dean of Students
2008 Conference Goals
Student Pride and Spirit Student Empowerment Campus Culture
To promote campus spirit and inspire students to become proud and effective leaders. To raise awareness about campus issues and empower students to pursue meaningful involvements in university governance. To better understand the diversity within the campus culture and to appreciate how diversity can positively affect the UCI community
Leadership Styles and Skill
To better appreciate various leadership styles and to strengthen personal leadership skills.
Student, Faculty, and Administrative Relations Integrity and Values-Based Decision Making Campus and Community Technology Follow-Up
To fortify linkages and invigorate communication between student, faculty, and administrative leaders. To promote leadership integrity and values-based decision making. To develop a vision/plan for UCI and the external community relating to student issues. To promote positive use of technology and educate students on how it may be effectively applied to student life. To identify strategies for applying information learned at the conference to our leadership challenges at home.
Previous Conference Themes
2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 Zot’s Anatomy: Dissecting Leadership UCI: Unity, Consciousness and Integrity Transition and Vision Coming of Age: Change, Choices, and Challenges Connect the Zots The Ant•ology: A Leadership Collective Anteaters to Antleaders Leadership: A Journey, Not A Destination Yes 2 Knowledge (Y2K) Profiles of Leadership: Styles, Strategies and Successes Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow [email protected] Renewing the University: Making Ideas Real That Was Then, This is Now - UCI: Understanding Our Changing Institution Working Together: Building Better Bridges Redefining UCI: Unity Through Campuswide Interaction If Not Me, Who? If Not Now, When? Leadership: Vision in Action Leadership...At Your Service Leadership in a Changing Environment Rising to the Challenge Developing the Leader Within: Not for Leaders Only The Challenge of Leadership Developing Your Leadership Style
Saturday, October 4th
8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Depart for Doral Desert Princess Resort Arrive at the Doral Desert Princess Resort
Registration and Check In
Place Luggage in Suite 139
Welcome by Chair
Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C
Rameen Talesh Lunch
11:30 a.m. 12:00 noon
Opening Keynote: “Free Speech”
Mesquite A,B,C
Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, UCI School of Law Anteater Cafe´ Breakout I Workshops (Select 1 of 4)
Event Planning
Presenter: Sandy Winsow, Executive Director / Student Government & Darren Endo, Event Planner / Scheduling and Conference Services Have you spent weeks planning an event, only to see your officers show up? Have you found the event planning process at UCI to be overwhelming, difficult to navigate, and expensive? Expand your marketing tools and event planning know-how at this interactive session on successful programming at UCI. Both new and experienced programmers will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in a small group breakout session. Attendees will leave with up-to-date resources, new ideas and valuable information that may be utilized for programming at UCI and beyond. Vista, Canyon Suites, Oleander B, Mesquite
1:10 p.m. 1:50 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Oleander A
Oleander B
The “Head Shot” Syndrome: Understanding Your World View, Comfort Zone, and Cultural Lens
Presenter: Kevin Huie, Director / Cross-Cultural Center Part of becoming an effective student leader is learning to manage, communicate, and work with your diverse constituency. In order to do this, one must understand how his or her world view, comfort zone and cultural lens can have an effect on actions, interactions and reactions with and among one another. This interactive workshop allows participants the opportunity to analyze the ways in which they see and interpret others, to assess their comfort levels with difference, and to increase their awareness of one’s ability to make presumptions based on appearance. Participants will also be able to set an action plan in developing their own intercultural effectiveness.
Saturday, October 4th
Oleander C
When it comes to Conflict: What’s your approach?
Presenter: Michael Chennault, University Ombudsman When approaching conflict it’s important to know what triggers your fears, biases and hot buttons. In short it’s critical to be self aware. In this workshop, we will explore how you typically approach conflict and how biases make it difficult to be impartial. The process is highly interactive.
Mesquite D
Beyond Your Peers! How to Communicate Across Generations
Presenters: Andrea Knies, Career Counselor / Career Center & Daphne Felicitas, Career Counselor / Career Center Get a snapshot of the different generations you interact with… Traditionalists, Babyboomers, Generation “X” and YOU, the Millennials! Up until now, you’ve been surrounded by peers who watched the same shows and listened to the music of today’s Grammy winners. As emerging leaders you interact with all 4 generations so it is essential to understand and appreciate the differences and links between generations. Learn how to manage your personal communication with supervisors, faculty, administrators and club sponsors from all generations. Practice what you learn in this highly interactive workshop!
3:25 p.m.
Vista
Zot Groups
The Issues of Free Speech: How can we better appreciate different opinions and points of view?
Facilitator: Leya Worcester, Public Health Association
We live in a country that has its historical roots in free speech: the First Amendment prohibits the United States Congress from making laws that infringe on freedom of speech, but there are limitations on this freedom. How can we, a group of leaders at UCI, continue to appreciate the diverse set of opinions and points of view? In this Zotgroup, our goal is to act with compassion and sensitivity as we accept the opinions of others. We will strive to learn from each other in an atmosphere of positive interaction and mutual respect.
Oleander B
CONTACT: Clubs & Organizations Networking to Achieve Campus Ties
Facilitator: Kelly Watanabe, Tomo No Kai & Mia Cromarty, Center for Service and Action
Do you want your organization to build stronger partnerships with other groups on campus? Most organization leaders answer with an enthusiastic Yes! Come be a part of this Zotgroup to share ideas on building stronger relationships and programming between organizations on-campus.
Oleander C
Show Me the Money!: Information and Discussion about Campus Funding
Facilitator: Megan Braun, ASUCI
Megan Braun as the Chair of the Student Programming Funding Board will provide a brief summary of the sources of on campus funding, explain how the application process works and offer tips on successfully being awarded funding. There will be an open discussion about strategies for securing funding, comments on how the funding process can better meet the needs of your organization, brainstorming about fundraising ideas and an opportunity to ask questions about funding.
Saturday, October 4th
Canyon CD
Anteater Pride: Zot-Style
Facilitator: Tiffany Go, ASUCI, Alpha Chi Omega
A common complaint about UC Irvine is that it is an apathetic commuter school. Ask leaders on this campus how they feel about UCI and apathetic is not one of the words you hear. Our goal is to spread that love and pride to every Anteater. Come discuss what can be done to ensure that all students reap the benefits of a more unified campus. Expect laughs, interesting facts about UCI, and spirit freebies. Doing it ZOT-STYLE will never go out of fashion!
Mesquite D
Political Engagement
Facilitator: Neysa Nankervis, Administrative Intern, Pi Beta Phi
Political engagement is the combination of political awareness and participation. With such a significant election fast approaching it is important that students have a clear understanding of the various ways to get involved and actively participate on campus and in the community. This Zot Group will be an opportunity to openly ask questions, state concerns and discuss amongst fellow students the many branches of political engagement.
Vista
Student Space on Campus
Facilitator: Sarah Bana, Student Center Board, Circle K
Everyday, thousands of students use the Student Center, the Bren Events Center, and the Anteater Recreation Center. All three of these entities are integral parts of student life, and in turn, are at least partially funded by student fees. Come discuss the future of these facilities as well as the possible changes that can be made to enhance the AntLeader experience.
Mesquite E
Making the Grade: How do we score in diversity and inclusivity at UCI?
Facilitator: Oracio Sanchez, ASUCI
UCI strives to be a diverse campus where students can learn and respect the differences of each other. In this Zotgroup we have the opportunity to address and voice our opinion in regards to our campus climate. Are we diverse enough? How tolerant are we? Do we feel safe? Have all our needs been met? This discussion will include topics related to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disabilities, safety, student health, and more.
Oleander A
Expanding the Branches of Sustainability
Facilitator: Eric Ly, Center for Service in Action & Colin Murphy, Sustainability Coalition at UCI
Got some ideas on how to make UCI a more sustainable campus? Want to learn more and get involved with the Sustainability movement on campus? This Zot Group will provide a discussion for sustainability issues as well as a way to network with other fellow Anteaters who are concerned about sustainability.
4:35 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
Anteater Cafe´ Breakout II
Canyon Suites / Mesquite Foyer
Vista, Canyon Suites, Oleander B, Mesquite
Claim Key Packets and Room Check-In
Saturday, October 4th
6:30 p.m. Dinner Etiquette Presentation
Kathryn Van Ness & Michelle Foley
Professional & Dining Etiquette: First and Lasting Impressions!
Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C
8:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Anteater Idol Karaoke and Games
Sunday, October 5th
8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Oleander A
Check-Out of Rooms
Room 139 Mesquite A,B,C
Continental Breakfast Super Sunday Sessions
Overcome your fear of public speaking….and boring meetings too!
Presenter: Jennifer Gamble, Complex Coordinator / Mesa Court Housing Learn tips and techniques that will help you lead your next meeting and increase your comfort level in public speaking. This session will provide you with the opportunity to practice speaking in front of a group and identify ways to overcome common anxieties related to public speaking. Principles for leading effective meetings will also be presented.
Oleander B
Managing Your Most Valuable Resource: Time
Presenter: Sally Peterson, Dean of Students Did you ever wonder why some students seem to have more time than others? The fact is, that when it comes to one of our most valuable resources, time, everyone has an equal share of it, each of us are forced to spend it at the same rate, and each of us has all there is of it - that is the paradox of time. Attend this workshop on one of your most valuable resources and learn how you can manage yourself with respect to the “clock.” You will identify your own “time wasters,” learn techniques to eliminate them, and emerge as a more organized student leader for the year to come.
Sunday, October 5th
Oleander C
Catching Your Breath - Stress Management for the Active Student Leader
Presenter: Leigh Porier-Ball, Associate Director / Health Education Center Are you stressed? Do you find yourself skipping meals? Do you sacrifice sleep due to your busy schedule? Does ‘working out’ for you mean running from class to meetings to study groups? Unfortunately, some student leaders are willing to sacrifice their own well being in order to help their organizations. However, your own personal health contributes to the success of your organization. Relaxation is a key part of maintaining physical, mental and emotional wellness. Relaxation and healthy stress management quiets your mind, calms your body and allows you to perform at your personal best. This workshop explores techniques and resources available to manage stress and enhance personal wellness. It is designed to be active in nature with time for personal reflection.
Oleander D
Creating Success as a Strengths-Based Leader
Presenters: Andrea Knies, Career Counselor / Career Center & Daphne Felicitas, Career Counselor / Career Center Start the new year with a more engaged and effective team! During times when we achieve success and perform our best, we are most often utilizing our natural talents. Imagine leading a team of members who are maximizing their unique strengths to achieve your team’s vision. Walk away with tools you can use to identify and leverage your team’s strengths. Activate your leadership success by joining us for this interactive and insightful workshop
11:15 a.m.
UCI History of Social Movements/Zotgroup Reports
Mesquite A,B,C How do some student groups empower their membership to grow and realize their potential as student leaders? What are the factors that have made a difference in certain organizations achieving success? What are the pros and cons of protest and confrontation as a tactic by student groups to bring about change? How can you as student leaders build opportunities for student empowerment within your organization and make a difference on the UCI campus? Be sure to attend this plenary session and learn about these issues plus others that will inspire you and your organization to bring about positive change at UCI. This plenary session is expected to serve as a kick off to the reports by the various Zot Groups.
12:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m.
Lunch
Mesquite A,B,C Mesquite A,B,C
Closing Remarks
Presenter Bios
Erwin Chemerinsky
Founding Dean and Distinguished Professor of Law
University of California, Irvine School of Law
Erwin Chemerinsky, a nationally renowned scholar of constitutional law and civil procedure, assumed the founding deanship of the new University of California, Irvine School of Law effective July 1, 2008. Dean Chemerinsky is responsible for the school’s academic and administrative leadership, including developing and implementing a scholarly and educational vision that will take the school from start-up to top-tier status. Prior to his UC Irvine appointment, Dean Chemerinsky held an endowed professorship in law and political science at Duke University, was professor of public interest law, legal ethics, and political science at the University of Southern California Law School, and prior to that a law professor at DePaul College of Law. Before turning to teaching, Dean Chemerinsky practiced law as a trial attorney with the United States Department of Justice, and at Dobrovir, Oakes & Gebhardt in Washington, D.C. He received a B.S. from Northwestern University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. Author of numerous authoritative books and a frequent contributor to newspapers and magazines, Dean Chemerinsky regularly serves as a commentator on legal issues for national and local media outlets. In April 2005, he was named by Legal Affairs as one of “the top 20 legal thinkers in America,” was named by the Daily Journal every year from 1998-2003 as one of the 100 most influential lawyers in California, and is the recipient of innumerable prizes and awards for service to the public good. Rare among law school deans, he frequently argues appellate cases before the United States Supreme Court and the United States Courts of Appeals, and has testified many times before congressional and state legislative committees.
Kathryn Van Ness
Director, UCI Career Center Kathryn received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Wisconsin in Communications and Counseling. She spent ten years at UCLA where she was asked to rejuvenate the MBA Career Center at The Anderson School. Under her leadership, the Center was ranked by Business Week as the Best MBA Career Center in the nation in 1996 and in 1998. Kathryn arrived at UCI in 1999 to rebuild our UCI Career Center – the culture and the services. The results? You have access to outstanding resources and an energetic professional team to help you define and reach career goals whether aiming for the Peace Corps, a public service law firm, or a corporate entity.
Michelle Foley
Employer & Campus Relations Specialist, UCI Career Center Michelle has been actively creating internship and career opportunities for UCI students for over 5 years. Michelle brings extensive experience in customer service, career services and hospitality. She has become the “Etiquette Queen” at the UCI Career Center offering dining and professional etiquette training for student groups on campus and to summer interns at Ernst & Young, a top consulting firm.
Acknowledgments
We would like to acknowledge the financial contributions of those schools, departments, and individuals that assisted in underwriting all or a portion of the costs of many participating students. Alumni Association Arroyo Vista Housing Arts Student Affairs ASUCI Bren School of ICS Campus Recreation Campus Village Housing Campuswide Honors Program Career Center Center for Educational Partnerships, SAGE Scholars Program Center for International Education Center for Service in Action Community and Government Relations Counseling Center Cross-Cultural Center Disability Services Center Division of Undergraduate Education Education Financial Aid Health Education Center Hospitality & Dining Services Housing Housing Outreach Services International Studies LGBTRC Mesa Court Housing Middle Earth Housing Office of the Dean of Students Office of the Vice Chancellor Student Affiars Office of the Ombuds Scheduling & Conference Services School’s First Credit Union Social Science Undergrad Office Student Affairs Student Center UCI Police Department UCI School of Law Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program Veteran Services Vista del Campo Vista del Campo Norte
Presenter Contact Info
Dean Erwin Chemerinsky
UCI School of Law http://www.law.uci.edu
Michael Chennault Darren Endo
University Ombudsman [email protected] • (949) 824-7256
Event Planner, Scheduling & Conference Services [email protected] • (949) 824-5252
Daphne Felicitas Michelle Foley
Internship Coordinator, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-6110
Recruiting Coordinator, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-6884
Jennifer Gamble Kevin Huie
Complex Coordinator, Mesa Court [email protected] • (949) 824-7530
Director, Cross-Cultural Center [email protected] • (949) 824-2001
Andrea Knies
Career Counselor, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-0038
Sally Peterson
Dean of Students [email protected] • (949) 824-5590
Leigh Porier-Ball
Associate Director, Health Education [email protected] • (949) 824-9688
Kathryn Van Ness Sandy Winslow
Director, Career Center [email protected] • (949) 824-4643
Executive Director, Student Government [email protected] • (949) 824-2442
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Protect Your Belongings
Please note that conference participants are responsible for their own belongings. Laptop computers and other valuables should not be left unattended. Valuables may be checked at no charge with the bell captain stationed at the Doral Hotel front lobby
Conference Conduct Policy
The Randy B. Lewis All University Leadership Conference is an alcohol and substance free University-sponsored event. Your compliance with this policy is appreciated. Thank you for your cooperation.
