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The Barker
upcoming College Success
Workshop Series Events
SPONSORED BY ACADEMIC ADVISING AND RETENTION
During our sessions, we provide UNCA students with
practical suggestions for improving their college
performance in specific ways. Individual group leaders
from across campus will discuss a variety of topics; all
students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend and
contribute ideas. Bring a lunch or snack and come join us!
• Wednesday, March 5 - 4:00-5:00, Laurel Forum
EXAM PREPARATION AND TEST-TAKING, PART I OF II
A panel of UNCA sophomores, juniors, and seniors talk
informally about their experiences with studying for and
taking exams at the college level; their presentation will be
followed by a question-and-answer session. These
students represent a variety of disciplines and are willing
to discuss major options and program requirements as
well.
• Tuesday, March 18 - 11:00-12:00, Laurel Forum
MONEY MANAGEMENT AND FINANCIAL PLANNING
Dr. Gregory Bushong, Associate Professor of Accounting,
shares his knowledge of financial issues as they relate to
today’s college students. The session concentrates on
budgeting and the judicious use of credit.
For more information, please contact Ellen Perry (232-5050,
ejperrv@unca.edu) or stop by Lipinsky Hall 206A to talk
with an advisor.
UMCM!
United Methodist Campus Ministry (UMCM) will
meet Sunday, Feb 23, 5:30-7pm at the CCM house.
We will have a free dinner and a program on "What
are Your Spiritual Gifts?" For more info, call
250-3842 or umcm@bulldog.unca.edu
United Methodist Campus Ministry (UMCM) will
meet Sunday, Mar 2, 5:30-7pm at the CCM house.
The program is "What it Means to be a Wealthy
Christian in a World of Poverty." Free dinner!
Everyone is invited! For more info, call 250-3842 or
umcm(gbulldog.unca.edu
UNCA Leadership
Development Series
What is the Leadership Development Series?
The series consists of speakers and programs that have
been chosen for the information that each has to offer
our collegiate community. The Office of Student Life
believes that this newly instituted program offers
students information that can
enhance their college and life
careers.
Spring 2003 Leadership
Programs:
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• 3/26 Business Etiquette
5:30pm-7:30pm, Location TBA
Business and social etiquette can be tricky, and making
the right moves can make a big difference. Join the
Office of Student Life and Barbara Pate as we explore
the basics of Business Etiquette because those who
have business and people skills will be the winners in
the job market of today.
• 4/9 Everything I Learned About Leadership, I Learned
From my Dog
5pm-6pm in Laurel Forum
Join Robert Straub, Kjrsten Keane, and their dogs to
find out how training with dogs helps develop
leadership qualities.
• 4/23 Etiquette Dinner
5:30pm-7:30pm, PDR’s 100 and 200
The Etiquette Dinner is a formal multiple-course dinner
coordinated by the Office of Student Life during both
the fall and spring semesters. Barbara Pate, an
etiquette consultant, shares information on everything
from how to properly introduce someone to which
spoon is used for soup.
Do you have questions about the Leadership
Development Series? Contact Meg Dutnell in DH 233,
251 -6672 or mdutnell@unca.edu
Need Service
Opportunities?
The Key Center for Service-Learning helps students
(individuals or groups) find meaningful community service
projects. We suggest possibilities that fit your academic
and personal interests. Contact: Lloyd Weinberg,
Rhoades Hall #116, 251-6400, lweinberg@unca.edu