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Campus Workshop Series

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Fall 2008 Workshops for Missouri State University

These workshops are designed especially for Missouri State University faculty and staff. The unique workshop format allows attendees to structure their participation based on their schedules.

The first hour of each session will teaches participants about the topic, and the second (optional) hour offers attendees the opportunity to apply what they've learned. Each individual may choose to attend only the first hour or the full two hours!

Please pre-register for each of these workshops - you will find the registration links below each workshop description.

Addressing Conflict Effectively

Tuesday, September 23, 11:30 a.m.  - 1:30 p.m., PSU 315

Conflict is natural and unavoidable, and the way we manage it can make it a positive or negative force in our lives. This session explores the nature and causes of conflict, as well as how to address and manage conflict.

Personality Types & Conflict      

Tuesday, October 14, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., PSU 315

Although conflict with others is inevitable, resolving conflict is easier when you understand the impact that a person's personality type has on their reactions and perceptions. The session investigates how various personalities respond to conflict and the implications of various personality types on conflict situations.

Register for this workshop!
 

Problem Students, Problem Parents: There's Almost Always at Least One! Resolving Conflicts in Advising*  

Thursday, October 30, 12:00 - 1:00, PSU 313

Co-sponsored with the Academic Advisement Center)
Conflict is natural and unavoidable in any context, yet it may be particularly challenging and impactful in advising relationships. This session explores the nature of conflicts in academic advising, as well as strategies for addressing and resolving these conflicts.
 *unlike other sessions in this series, the advising session is one hour in length.

Preregistration for this workshop is not required.
 

Managing Emotions & Diffusing Anger

Tuesday, November 18, 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m., PSU 315

The emotional nature of conflict can be uncomfortable, and emotions can themselves be a cause of conflict. This session delves into the role emotions play in conflict and addresses how we can manage emotions to better address the conflicts we encounter.

Register for this workshop!
 

Conflict During the Holidays      

Tuesday, December 9, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., PSU 315

The holidays are meant to be a joyous time, but too often they become a source of stress and conflict for families, couples, and friends. This final session in the conflict series provides concrete advice for handling holiday conflict.

 
This workshop series is sponsored by the Center for Dispute Resolution (CDR). The CDR is a part of the Department of Communication at Missouri State University. Missouri State University provides reasonable accommodation with adequate notice. Please contact the CDR at 836-8831 at least four days prior to the program date in order that adequate arrangements are made. EO/AA