Course Description:

This course provides an overview of the principles of effective verbal and non-verbal communication and how to use them to achieve desired outcomes. Students will learn about verbal protocols, body language, and other topics related to successful communication. At the end of this course, students will be able to express thoughts clearly, explain ideas using appropriate language, listen effectively, identify different types of non-verbal cues accurately, and make sense of ambiguous messages for successful interactions. Course Objectives:

• Understand the basics of verbal and non-verbal communication
• Explore principles of effective expression
• Analyze methods for meaningful listening
• Utilize strategies for differentiating between verbal cues
• Comprehend different techniques for interpreting non-verbal cues accurately
• Evaluate approaches to recognizing ambiguity
• Create custom plans for addressing challenging conversations
• Develop strategies for adjusting communication style
• Design custom solutions based on program needs
• Implement techniques for long-term planning

Course Description:

This course will provide participants with an understanding of how to effectively manage their time. Topics covered include setting goals, planning and organizing tasks, prioritizing activities, managing distractions, and leveraging technology to enhance productivity. Participants will gain an understanding of how to use these concepts to become more productive and efficient with their time. Course Objectives:

• Identify factors that lead to better time management
• Utilize techniques for setting achievable goals
• Develop strategies for planning and organizing tasks
• Prioritize activities based on importance and urgency
• Identify methods for dealing with distractions
• Leverage technology to improve productivity
• Analyze different approaches to managing time
• Develop a plan for self-improvement in regard to time management
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles related to managing time through written assignments and class discussions
• Implement measures for continual improvement in personal productivity

Course Description:

This course is designed to help students new to college life. A variety of skills and suggestions are explored which have been shown to improve the college experience. Students will develop a personal Action Plan based on a reflective assessment, and recorded in a daily journal. Course Objectives:

• Gain Academic and Social Confidence
• Develop Organizational Skills
• Master Time Management
• Get involved and make positive relationships
• Practice gratitude, respect, humility, and empathy
• Build a Portfolio
• Keep a daily Progress Journal
• Seek positive experiences and moments to remember

Course Description:

This course provides an overview of the principles of social awareness and how to use them to stay connected. Students will learn about methods for building relationships, strategies for resolving conflicts, and other topics related to understanding different perspectives. At the end of this course, students will be able to recognize cultural differences, effectively communicate with others, and make positive connections in any context. Course Objectives:

• Understand the basics of social awareness
• Explore principles of interpersonal communication
• Analyze methods for connecting cultures
• Utilize strategies for evaluating relationships
• Comprehend different techniques for resolving conflicts
• Evaluate approaches to managing expectations
• Create custom plans for understanding the dynamics
• Develop strategies for empathizing
• Design custom solutions based on program needs
• Implement techniques for long-term collaboration

Course Description: This course is design to provide insists on how to run meetings in groups and clubs. Roberts Rules of Order will help to promote and encourage students to foster skills essential to the ethical, social, and professional function of formal meetings. The course prepares students to become engaged and constructive members of a diverse, dynamic, and engaged society. Course Objectives:

• Understand the history of Parliamentary Procedures and why they are important.
• Master terminology related to major actions undertaken within parliamentary procedure.
• Identify, analyze, and develop the basic components of Bylaws.
• Design a meeting Agenda