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Ready. Set. Lead: Hitting the Mark with New Leadership Programs

Ready. Set. Lead: Hitting the Mark with New Leadership Programs. OCPA/OASPA Presentation Friday, February 3, 2006 Jen Conti, Director of Student Activities Mandy Powell, Student Development Coordinator Ohio Dominican University, Columbus, Ohio. Program Objectives .

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Ready. Set. Lead: Hitting the Mark with New Leadership Programs

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  1. Ready. Set. Lead: Hitting the Mark with New Leadership Programs OCPA/OASPA Presentation Friday, February 3, 2006 Jen Conti, Director of Student Activities Mandy Powell, Student Development Coordinator Ohio Dominican University, Columbus, Ohio

  2. Program Objectives • To share information regarding new leadership initiatives at Ohio Dominican University. • To identify critical factors to address when developing a leadership program. • To share ideas and best practices for leadership programming.

  3. A little about ODU • Private, Catholic - the only Catholic University in Columbus • Approximately 1,400 undergraduate students • 800 students live on campus; 400 beds added in F04 • Large commuter population • Large adult student population

  4. Student Development at ODU • Small Offices with small staffs • Vice President for Student Development & Dean of Retention • Dean of Student Resources - and Orientation • Student Activities • Residence Life

  5. Student Development at ODU • International Programs • Career Development • Athletics • Campus Ministry • Student Health • Student Counseling

  6. History of Co-Curricular Opportunities • Campus activities have increased as the resident student population increased • Numerous new organizations starting this year • Student Government, Panther Activities Council, student organizations, and the Student Activities Office

  7. Panther Leadership Academy (PLA) • Where did we start and how we began: • Resources from other colleagues at other institutions • Pulled from past experiences • Emphasized early and continued communication

  8. Panther Leadership Academy (PLA) • Meetings with related offices throughout the process: • Student Development - International, Career, Counseling, Residence Life, Division Meeting • University President • Alumni Relations • Business Division

  9. Goals & Learning Outcomes of PLA • Students will gain a sense of self and understanding of where they are in their own leadership development. • Students will gain an understanding of the definition of leadership and related concepts.

  10. Goals & Learning Outcomes of PLA • Students will gain a foundation of leadership skills to build upon their journey as a life-long learner. • Students will gain a working knowledge of University and community resources and will expand their network of peers and professionals.

  11. Goals & Learning Outcomes of PLA • Students will gain experience in working with others to understand group dynamics and interpersonal relationships. • Students will gain an understanding of good citizenship and leadership beyond their experiences at ODU.

  12. Learning Outcomes • Through involvement in leadership development initiatives and co-curricular opportunities, students will gain experiences in the areas outlined in the Ohio Dominican University Learning Outcomes: • Socratic Self Examination • Critical Communication • Social Responsibility • Narrative/Aesthetic Imagination • Quantitative/Scientific Reasoning • Moral/Ethical Imagination • Understanding the Catholic Dominican Tradition

  13. Elements of PLA • Certified Peer Educator Training • Leadership Workshop Series (featuring a variety of presenters) • Student Organization Presidents’ Retreat and Officer Orientation • Field Trips

  14. Elements of PLA • Annual Leadership Institute - Proposed • Recommended Events • Recognition • Future element - summer leadership program

  15. Group Discussion • What do programs look like at your campuses? • What factors were considered when starting your leadership programs? • What are your “best practices”?

  16. Group Discussion • What advice would you give for programs that are just beginning? • What print materials (books, inventories, etc.) compliment your leadership programs?

  17. Contact Information Jen Conti ~ contij@ohiodominican.edu (614) 251-4726 Mandy Powell ~ powellm@ohiodominican.edu (614) 251-4726

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