Plan now to attend the Center for Dispute Resolution’s free Campus Conflict Workshop series. Sessions are offered during the lunch hour in the Plaster Student Union and address a wide range of topics. The sessions are free for faculty, staff, and students, and they qualify for Master Adviser credit. A drawing for a book related to the workshop topic will be held at each session. No RSVP necessary. We hope to see you there!
Managing Classroom Conflict – Wed., September 27, 12-1 p.m. in PSU 315
Presented by Dr. Charlene Berquist and Ms. Heather Blades
Classroom conflicts, both with and among students, present risks and opportunities for educators. Explore how to prevent unnecessary disputes and transform common classroom conflicts into opportunities for growth and development.
Conflict During the Holidays– Tues., October 31, 12-1 p.m. in PSU 308
Presented by Dr. Charlene Berquist and Ms. Heather Blades
The holidays bring families together, and all that “togetherness” can provide a breeding ground for anxiety, tension, and conflict. Learn some easy ways to prevent or cope with the arguments and awkward interactions that often dampen the joy of the holidays.
Providing Effective Feedback and Coaching for Improvement— Wed., November 29, 12-1 p.m. in PSU 315
Presented by Dr. Charlene Berquist and Ms. Heather Blades
Whether you dread giving feedback, or you just want to expand your evaluation toolkit, this session will offer advice on how to provide useful feedback that others can hear and use to improve their performance in the classroom or workplace.
Dealing with Difficult Personalities— Tues., January 30, 12-1 p.m. in PSU 315
Presented by Dr. Charlene Berquist and Ms. Heather Blades
Some people are just hard to handle: grumpy, obnoxious, unreasonable– the list goes on. So, how do you cope when you have a conflict with one of these “difficult” people? This session will explore ways to manage conflict with these challenging personalities.
Bullying in the Workplace – Wed., February 28, 12-1 p.m. in PSU 315
Presented by Dr. Carrisa Hoelscher and Dr. Stephen Spates
Bullying is common, often unrecognized, and damaging, and it impacts both workplace and campus settings. This session will discuss adult bullying behaviors, techniques for dealing with bullying, and prevention strategies.
How Your Personality and Style Influence Your Conflict Management – Wed., April 18, 12-1 p.m. in PSU 315
Presented by Dr. Char Berquist and Heather Blades
Resolving conflict is easier when you understand the implications of your personality type on your approach to, and experience of, conflict situations