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Show , Fall/Winter 2002 page 7 development experience designed to help participants learn to "lead with integrity." At the Institute, everyone is both a teacher and a learner. Through the conference, students discover how to make exceptional improvements in an organization, workplace or community. In early October, the first University of Utah United Leadership Conference was hosted at Snowbird Mountain Resort. The United Leadership Council is a group of student leaders dedicated to uniting student groups and ensuring positive and lasting contributions to the campus community. "The conference was a complete success... mostly due to the work of the United Leadership Council," said Chris Carlson, one of the students on the planning committee. According to Carlson, the bonding, the connections and the networking were incredible. The conference included six workshops and three keynote speakers addressing leadership skills and issues. The workshops varied in focus from networking, finances, and recruitment to leadership insights and the essence of leadership. Bob Whitman, CEO of Franklin Covey, and author Stephen Covey spoke between the leadership workshops, and University of Utah President Bernie Machen addressed the conference attendees during the closing ceremony. "I was very impressed with the quality of speakers. They were truly world-class," said Associate Dean of Students Annie Nebeker. Nebeker also facilitated the "Essence of Leadership" seminar, which focused on how leaders can gain and lose credibility and the importance of leading with integrity. "The students were fabulous. I enjoyed presenting to such a bright and thoughtful group," she said. "Summing it up, it was good networking experience. It was definitely beneficial to hear the speakers; Stephen Covey was amazing!" said Amy Schofield, student leader and facilitator. "His speech was very informative and motivational." Although Schofield was part of the planning committee, she firmly believes that nearly all of the attendees got at least one valuable thing out of the conference. Schofield's favorite portion of the weekend's event was a session called "Burning Issues." "We talked about religious differences, diversity, communication across groups and the Greek divide-the political issues surrounding being a member of a sorority or fraternity, and what outside members think-all of the sessions were intense." Schofield looks forward to being a part of the planning committee for next year's conference. "It was simultaneously a learning and leading experience," she said. Leadership is essential to any college or university's sensitivity to values in higher education. Although some are "born leaders," most people can improve their understanding of leadership and associated skills. Collaboration among faculty, staff and administrators to develop and demonstrate leadership skills is of the essence of a successful university. Likewise, preparing students for leadership positions increases their likelihood of career success and happiness. For the novice or seasoned leader, the University of Utah offers and promotes hundreds of leadership learning opportunities for students, faculty, staff and administrators. Special thanks to Kathy Girton at the department of undergraduate studies for resources and insight. Sample Leadership Courses for Students Leaders flip Studies I Aerospace Studies 3010 Writing, speaking, and listening as communication skills; management concepts; responsibilities and ethics for an Air Force junior officer. Leadership Forum Medical Interdepartmental 7180 Medical students only. Sponsored by the vice president of health sciences, this course focuses on major policy issues in health care. Open by application only. A research project is required. Leadership Discovery I Militari/ Science 1010 ' Acquaints students with leadership, management, and life skills. Strong focus on assessing an individual's leadership strengths and weaknesses through classroom instruction and hands-on application via a wide variety of activities including rappelling, land navigation, rifle marksmanship, leadership reaction course, water survival, and small boat tactics, introduces students to the Army culture and lifestyle through basic soldier skills, including drill and ceremony and the wearing of the army battle dress uniform. Students must participate in a lab each week that gives hands-on training for the above. Includes a rafting trip along the Green River. Seminar in Leadership Nursing 7772 Study and analysis of organizations according to structure/processes from a macro to micro perspective. Various philosophies/theories that guide/direct the practice of administration and development of leadership skills emphasized. Examination of various roles of the nursing administrator and development of one's own administrative philosophy and leadership style within an organizational context also integrated. Community Leadership In Action Social Work 3954 Community service, community leadership, and volunteerism through practical experience and critical reflection are explored. Programming and Leadership Parks, Recreation and Tourism 332.0 Development and leadership of park, recreation, and tourism programs and services and facilitation of experiences of visitors and recreation ists. Outdoor Leadership Parks, Recreation and Tourism 5/6740 Students will learn, both in the classroom and on a 10-day backpacking course, aboul sah iy leading, teaching, organizing, and managing outdoor field courses. Students will review and apply various leadership theories. During this course, students will lead and leach each other in a wild and remote environment. |
