Professional Development Calendar

Check out the new professional development calendar, highlighting professional development opportunities both on- and off-campus.  To view these opportunities, click on the event title link to view associated websites or flyers.

Use your professional development funds!  Click on the following links to access information about funding opportunities for your professional development:

Classified Professional Development Team (CPDT)--Co-chairs Michael Levick & Tina Dresser
Management Professional Development Council (MPDC)--Chair Jennifer Steele
Faculty Professional Development (FPD)--FPD Coordinator, Adrienne Mews

Additional on-campus trainings can be found at the following websites.  Click on the links below to find out about these opportunities:

Information Technology Trainings--Contact: Michael Levick (levickm@lanecc.edu, x3349)
Diversity Trainings--Contact: Donna Koechig (koechigd@lanecc.edu)

Click on the links below to jump the a particular month:

September 2008      return to top

Fall In-service--Monday, September 22-Friday, September 26; College closed Tuesday, September 23
Lane Community College colleagues gather for in-service activities.

October 2008      return to top

Aging Parents Support Group--Wednesday, October 1
Location: LCC Main Campus, Building 18, Room 105
Join Nadine Wilkes, guest speakers and your peers from 1:00-2:00pm in supporting each other and learning about a variety of topics including caring for your parents at home, finding a good nursing home, dealing with insurance, care giver needs and end of life issues.  For more information, contact Wendy Simmons (simmonsws@lanecc.edu, x5551) or Layne King (kinglm@lanecc.edu, x5263)

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, October 3
Location: Lane Transit District
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

The Art of Facilitation--Thursdays, October 9, 16, 23, 30
Location: The Goodson Room--Lane County Public Works
Click here for workshop flyer (.doc)
What does it mean to be a Facilitator?  According to Webster’s Dictionary, “facilitate” means to make easier or less difficult. However, if you are not equipped with the correct tools to facilitate, it becomes more difficult to achieve the desired results.  This three day workshop will teach you how to master the art of facilitating meetings, planning sessions, public forums, focus groups and task force meetings.  Learn insights into how to make it easier for groups to define standards, agree on a vision, make decisions, take action and be accountable for outcomes and assignments.  Co-sponsored by Lane County and the City of Eugene.  For more information, contact Denise Smith (denise.d.smith@ci.eugene.or.us, 541-682-5731) or Annette Leonard (annette.leonard@co.lane.or.us, 541-682-3153)

Aspiring Leaders Program Retreat-- Friday, October 10-Saturday, October 11
Location: Belknap Springs
This cohort-based training series launches with a fall retreat. The 2008-2009 cohort is full. Contact Donna Koechig (koechigd@lanecc.edu) or Jennifer Cook (cookj@lanecc.edu, x3655) for more information.

Know Your Numbers--Wednesday, October 15
Location: LCC Main Campus, Bldg 18, Rm 105; 7:00-9:30am
Know Your Numbers for the prevention of developing specific chronic illnesses or diseases such as heart disease, Type II diabetes or stroke. Your risk is determined by assessing height, weight (optional), age, blood pressure and the results of a simple finger stick cholesterol and glucose screening (12-hr fast required). Included is a one-on-one consultation to discuss your results and lifestyle prescription. ($10 fee) Call or email Wendy for an appointment at ext. 5551 or simmonsws@lanecc.edu

AAC&U Diversity, Learning, and Inclusive Excellence--Thursday, October 16-Saturday, October 18
Location: Long Beach, CA
Click here to access the online registration form
Diversity, Learning, and Inclusive Excellence: Accelerating and Assessing Progress will highlight curricular, co-curricular, and institutional models that enable higher education leaders to develop, implement, assess, and continually learn from the experience of fostering diverse learning environments—environments in which all students develop, in increasingly sophisticated ways, critical knowledge, skills, and capacities for work and citizenship.

Generational Poverty: Tools for Overcoming Barriers--Saturday, October 18
Location: Willamalane
Two identical sessions--Session 1 is 8:30am-Noon; Session 2 is 1:30-5pm
What does living in poverty teach?  What does it mean to be poor in wealthy America?  Presented by someone who was born into generational poverty, this workshop will challenge common myths and provide research-based theories and strategies for providing quality healthcare to people in poverty and helping them move forward, as highlighted in national poverty expert Dr. Donna Beegle’s new book, See Poverty, Be the Difference. Discover ways to connect and why communication and building relationships are the key to providing care and making a difference for people who live under the harsh conditions of poverty. Learn how to empower patients and foster resiliency by embracing and recognizing their strengths and unique qualities.  For more information or to register, contact Annette Leonard (annette.leonard@co.lane.or.us) and copy the email to Kyna Langhorn (kyna.langhorne@co.lane.or.us).

Complementary Spinal and Neurological Evaluation--Thursday, October 23
Bring your backbone and your back questions to Dr. David Spear from Body of Light Family Chiropractic who will provide you with a free spinal evaluation combining both high tech and high touch assessments-in just 15 minutes.  Anyone who would then like a full examination at a later date will be able to do so at low, discounted rate with the proceeds being donated to LCC.  Sign up in advance by contacting Wendy Simmons (simmonsws@lanecc.edu, x5551) for an appointment on Thursday, October 23, 1:00 - 4:00pm.

Train the Trainer: Anti-Oppression & Anti-Racism--Friday, October 24
Trainers from the Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence at Womenspace, whose primary purpose is to identify teams to present this curriculum for at least one of our three times yearly volunteer trainings. For more information, contact Margo Schaefer, 541-485-8232 x102.

National Conference on Student Leadership--Saturday, October 25-Tuesday, October 28
Location: San Diego, CA
Click here for the conference brochure (*.pdf)
The theme of our National Conference on Student Leadership this fall is Leading the Way … With Power, Passion, and Purpose. It’s your chance to join together with hundreds of other student leaders to discover the keys to effective leadership – powerful tools you can use throughout your college career and beyond. You’ll learn how to set goals … chart a course … work smart … and inspire others to follow. You’ll gain valuable insights to help you be an effective and positive force for change.

Leadership Skills for Non-Supervisors--Tuesday, October 28-Wednesday, October 29
Click here for workshop flyer (.doc)
In this 2-day workshop participants will learn how to recognize and use their own leadership style to positively influence performance in their work teams. Some topics covered will be: leadership concepts; understanding different styles in yourself and others to enhance teamwork; and practicing Situational Leadership concepts. This highly interactive class is intended primarily for lead workers. It is also open to others with work team leadership assignments who do not have formal supervisory authority. This is recommended training for lead workers and others in informal leadership positions. For more information contact Denise Smith (denise.d.smith@ci.eugene.or.us, 541-682-5731)

EDUCAUSE 2008--Tuesday, October 28-Friday, October 31
Location: Orlando, FL
Mark your calendar for the premier information technology event in higher education—EDUCAUSE 2008, October 28–31 in Orlando, Florida. The program, "Interaction, Ideas, Inspiration," will include preconference seminars; track and poster sessions; small group meetings; and corporate exhibits, presentations, and workshops.  There's a reason the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference has been called "the best conference for higher education information technology professionals, hands down." Join us to network and learn with others who use, manage, or lead information technology in higher education. You’ll return to campus recharged and primed with useful information and contacts.

Legislation and Regulations Seminars for New and Experienced TRIO Managers--Friday, October 31-Sunday, November 2
Location: Washington DC Metro Area
Click here for the conference flyer (*.pdf)
Find out: "Where in the TRIO Regs does it I may...?" "When DO you need prior approval from Dept of Ed?" Demystify EDGAR, and answer key questions.

November 2008      return to top

Aging Parents Support Group--Wednesday, November 5
Location: LCC Main Campus, Building 18, Room 105
Join Nadine Wilkes, guest speakers and your peers from 1:00-2:00pm in supporting each other and learning about a variety of topics including caring for your parents at home, finding a good nursing home, dealing with insurance, care giver needs and end of life issues.  For more information, contact Wendy Simmons (simmonsws@lanecc.edu, x5551) or Layne King (kinglm@lanecc.edu, x5263)

Oregon Diversity Institute (ODI)--Thursday, November 6-Saturday, November 8
Location: Umpqua Community College
Click here for the Conference Flyer (*.pdf)
Click here for the Conference Call for Proposals (.doc)
Click here for the Conference Registration Form (.doc)
The Oregon Diversity Institute (ODI), since its beginning in 1994, has steadily evolved into one of the leading and progressive forces for presenting, discussing, and addressing diversity issues in Oregon. ODI responds to contemporary issues and events that have a direct impact on Oregonians, drawing upon the wealth of expertise and resources located within the state. The conference draws over 200 participants from colleges, universities, private businesses, non-profits and community organizations.

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, November 7
Location: University of Oregon
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

National Association for Multicultural Education (NAME) Conference-- Wednesday, November 12-Sunday, November 16
Location: New Orleans, LA
Conference focuses on the theme "Beyond Celebrating Diversity: ReACTivating the Equity and Social Justice Roots of Multicultural Education"

The Great American Smoke-Out--Thursday, November 20
Thursday, November 20, 2008 is the national day to help individuals in smoking cessation.  Quit Kits and Smoking Cessation packets will be available.  Contact Wendy Simmons or Layne King at ext. 5263 for more information.

Oregon Community Colleges Association (OCCA) Annual Conference*(pdf)--Friday, November 21-Sunday, November 23
Location: Salishan Spa & Golf Resort

National Conference on Student Leadership--Saturday, November 22-Tuesday, November 25
Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL
Click here for the conference brochure (*.pdf)
The theme of our National Conference on Student Leadership this fall is Leading the Way … With Power, Passion, and Purpose. It’s your chance to join together with hundreds of other student leaders to discover the keys to effective leadership – powerful tools you can use throughout your college career and beyond. You’ll learn how to set goals … chart a course … work smart … and inspire others to follow. You’ll gain valuable insights to help you be an effective and positive force for change.

December 2008      return to top

Aging Parents Support Group--Wednesday, December 3
Location: LCC Main Campus, Building 18, Room 105
Join Nadine Wilkes, guest speakers and your peers from 1:00-2:00pm in supporting each other and learning about a variety of topics including caring for your parents at home, finding a good nursing home, dealing with insurance, care giver needs and end of life issues.  For more information, contact Wendy Simmons (simmonsws@lanecc.edu, x5551) or Layne King (kinglm@lanecc.edu, x5263)

Early Warning Interventions for At-Risk Students Conference--Wednesday, December 3-Friday, December 5
Location: San Diego, CA
Click here to register online
There are many ways to categorize and approach at-risk students and assist them with their success in college. Generally, at-risk students are those who are not likely to graduate within six years. This can be due to many factors, such as not being academically prepared for college or not skilled to meet the academic demands of an institution. Statistically, students that come from an ethnic minority, have a lower socioeconomic status, are disabled or are conditionally accepted tend to be less likely to finish college. However, the weight of each of these variables that affect retention are institution-specific, so interventions must be institution-specific as well.  This conference will discuss the variety of ways in which academically at-risk students can be identified and then lay out strategies for how interventions might be structured. For more information contact 720-488-6800.

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, December 5
Location: Bethel School District
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

January 2009      return to top

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, January 2
Holiday, No CCN event

February 2009      return to top

Student Success & Retention Conference--Wednesday, February 4-Thursday, February 5
Location: Portland, OR
Click here for the conference call for proposals (.doc)
Click here for the conference proposal outline (.doc)
This year’s theme, “Access and Success for All”, is your chance to share your exemplary program, project or partnership. This conference draws teams of Faculty, Student Services staff, and Administrators from Community Colleges, the Oregon University System (OUS), and independent colleges and universities throughout Oregon. This year’s keynote speaker will be Dr. Kay McClenney, the Executive Director of the Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE). It is an outstanding opportunity to come together to discuss common issues, achievements, and challenges related to student access and success.

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, February 6
Location: City of Springfield
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

March 2009      return to top

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, March 6
Location: Lane Community College
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

April 2009      return to top

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, April 3
Location: City of Eugene
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

National Conference on Student Leadership--Saturday, April 4-Tuesday, April 7
Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL
The theme of the National Conference on Student Leadership's spring 2009 Boston conference is Find Your Balance. We all have the same 24 hours a day (and 7 days a week) to balance our responsibilities. Learn from nationally renowned speakers who will give you their insight on balance.

May 2009      return to top

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, May 1
Location: Lane Education Service District
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

June 2009      return to top

IDEC First Friday-- Friday, June 5
Location: 4J Schools
Sponsored by the Interagency Diversity and Equity Coalition (IDEC), the Communities of Color Network (CCN) offers an opportunity to network with other community members and develop allies in an information atmosphere. It creates a space that fosters friendships and networks for people of color in our local area. For more information contact Donna Koechig at koechigd@lanecc.edu

*(Links in .pdf format require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view)

If you have events you would like to add, please email the information to Jennifer Cook.