Without A Script: Improv and Storytelling Skills in HR

Sunday, October 12 • 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • Members: $150 • Nonmembers: $180

In this fun and interactive workshop, participants will learn about and participate in improvisational theater and storytelling skills that can be useful in training and organizational development within higher education. We'll design, present and critique training programs or organizational development interventions which use improv and storytelling techniques as the basis of their design. Determine the applicability of these techniques to assess needs, strategically plan, build teams, enhance learning, increase creativity, establish credibility, build empathy and generate fun at your institution.

Marie Amey-Taylor, Director of Human Resources, and Eric Brunner, Manager of Human Resources, both of Temple University

Mediation

Sunday, October 12 • 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • Members: $250 • Nonmembers: $280

This workshop is sold out.

How do you handle conflict at your institution? This workshop will provide a thorough overview of the mediation process and the different forms of conflict resolution. The session will focus on the characteristics of a good mediator, review how a person prepares for a mediation, and explore the outcome of mediation for the employees and employer. A mock mediation case will also be used.

Rocco Scanza, Executive Director at the Scheinman Institute on Dispute Resolution, Cornell University

Understanding Higher Education

Sunday, October 12 • 8:30 a.m.-Noon • Members: $100 • Nonmembers: $130

This workshop is sold out.

Higher education is a unique environment and human resources in higher education can be uniquely challenging. Past presidents of CUPA-HR have developed and will present this half-day workshop specifically for HR professionals who have experience in HR management but are new to higher education. Here you will find:

• The orientation and understanding you need to thrive in this environment filled with protocols, traditions and unique vernacular;
• Resources you need to be proactive and successful;
• Insights into the priorities and purpose of key higher education associations;
• The future of higher education and the implications for its human capital: CUPA-HR's Think Tank Report; and
• War stories and real life examples of successful results.

This is your opportunity to learn from the leaders who have shaped higher education HR across the country. Take advantage of this one-of-a-kind workshop.

Patti Couger, CUPA-HR Knowledge Center Consultant and retired Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources, Texas A&M University System, and Mary Ann Wersch, Director of Human Resources, Reed College

Resources for Community Colleges in CUPA-HR's Knowledge Center (Free Workshop)

Sunday, October 12 • 8:30 a.m.-Noon

Founding Partner: Datatel; Sponsors: AIG Retirement and The Chronicle of Higher Education

Note: If you are registering ONLY for the "Resources for Community Colleges in CUPA-HR's Knowledge Center" please use this registration form.

The needs of community colleges are very different from those of other kinds of institutions. Participants in this workshop will become aware of what the Knowledge Center has to offer HR professionals in community colleges. You'll learn how to utilize the Knowledge Center and access a comprehensive resource in all phases of higher ed HR. It will also be a great opportunity for you to meet, network and build relationships with your community college colleagues from throughout the United States.

Ken Tagawa, Knowledge Center Content Director, CUPA-HR, Wendy Davis, Human Resource Officer, Central Wyoming College, Ray "Chip" Sizemore, PhD, Director of Research & Information Systems, CUPA-HR, and Ashleigh Dillon, Director of Member Services and Human Resources, CUPA-HR