In order to meet the goal to provide professional and technical development to the Fellows, we have created a series of Enrichment seminars that supplement their internships. These seminars each cover a topic in great detail and are aimed at stimulating thought or
  providing insight into that particular topic.

More than just training seminars for Fellows, the Enrichment Seminars give Fellows a chance to increase their marketable talents from the tutelage of an expert in that particular field or discipline. While Fellows are required to attend a certain number of sessions per semester to show their commitment to their development in the program, it is in each Fellow’s best interest to attend as many of these sessions as possible.

At the least, Fellows are required to attend at least two of these seminars each semester. A complete schedule of seminars is available below. Occasionally, topics may present themselves over the course of the semester; please check your email frequently to stay abreast of any Enrichment Seminars that may be offered on short notice.   Each semester, one or more of these courses may be designated as mandatory for particular cohorts. 

Students should plan their schedules carefully to permit attendance to at least two events, including the potential mandatory course.  Conflicts should be negotiated promptly and in advance with the directors of the program. Failure to attend mandatory seminars or negotiate conflicts is grounds for disciplinary actions.

Below is the most current schedule of the Enrichment seminars offered for the 2008-2009 academic year.

Fall 2008 Seminar Schedule

September

October

Microsoft Publisher
presented by Jen Gregory
October 16, 2008
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
261B
Publisher is a very user friendly desktop publishing software used to create many things like brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc.  This session will cover everything from the basics to advanced features.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

Excel Charts
presented by Jen Gregory
October 17, 2008
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
261A
One of the most powerful features in Excel is the ability to graphically represent data.  Learn how to take the facts and figures and turn them into the right kind of chart or graph to best represent your data and  deliver information to your audience.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

Advanced Programming Techniques
presented by Rachel Rivera and Richard Orelup
October 21, 2008
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
CLR 261B
This seminar is designed to address programming questions, techniques, tools and standards.  Seminar will be a round table discussion where students are encouraged to bring their questions.  Primary focus will be on PHP, AJAX, JavaScript and MySQL. Prior programming experience required.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

Advanced PowerPoint
presented by Jen Gregory
October 22, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
261A
PowerPoint is a powerful tool that can enhance your ability to make a good impression on an audience and deliver valuable information.  Learn how to best put a presentation together and customize the animation and graphics.  You’ll also hear tips on how to be a good presenter.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

Creating a Portfolio in Acrobat Professional
presented by Jodie Reminder
October 30, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
October 30, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
October 31, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
October 31, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
Advanced Media Lab (first floor of CLR near 166)
Do you have multiple types of documents that you want to organize into a neat package for potential employers? Come check out how Acrobat Professional can be used to create a professional portfolio that says you apart from the average Joe Applicant.
Due to space constraints, each of the four sessions will be limited to eight participants.  Please contact Jodie to reserve your space in the session.

November

Is Web 2.0 the End of the Experts? An Online Discussion about the Power Amateurs Have on the Internet
presented and moderated by Jodie Reminder
Please note - this is an Online Seminar.  Participation requires logging in to CourseVU at least three times between November 1st-9th.
In June 2007, author Andrew Keen published the book "The Cult of the Amateurs" and claimed that user-generated content on the Internet will lead to the downfall of our modern society. Have you ever thought about how sites like YouTube, Wikipedia, and CNN's iReport might affect professionals and experts of these related fields? This online seminar requires you to read an online debate and then participate in online discussion with other IT Fellows.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

Microsoft Publisher
presented by Jen Gregory
November 5, 2008
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
261A
Publisher is a very user friendly desktop publishing software used to create many things like brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc.  This session will cover everything from the basics to advanced features.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

Web Search Tutorial: Strategies & Techniques for Getting Better Results
presented by William Weare, Access Services Librarian
November 6, 2008
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
CLR 261B
This hands-on workshop will open with an overview of the four major search providers, explore search engine overlap, and review several search comparison tools. Following a review of basic search tools and strategies, we will take a look at advanced search options available in the major search engines, and then we will discuss search strategy questions-the sorts of things we should be thinking about before we even begin a search. Finally, we will put it all together-combing advanced search strategies with some fresh thinking about search.
Please bring one or more topics that you want to search. Topics related to a current assignment are fine.

Excel Charts
presented by Jen Gregory
November 10, 2008
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
261A
One of the most powerful features in Excel is the ability to graphically represent data.  Learn how to take the facts and figures and turn them into the right kind of chart or graph to best represent your data and  deliver information to your audience.

To sign up for this seminar click this link 

Making Digital Pictures Move in iMovie
presented by Jodie Reminder
November 13, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
November 13, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
November 14, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
November 14, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - To sign up for this seminar click this link
Advanced Media Lab (first floor of CLR near 166)
Did you know that iMovie isn't just for creating digital movies? Come learn how you can take your digital photos to create fun videos using Apple's iMovie program.  Due to space constraints, each of the four Sessions will be limited to six participants.  Please contact Jodie to reserve your space in the session.

Advanced PowerPoint
presented by Jen Gregory
November 18, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
261A
PowerPoint is a powerful tool that can enhance your ability to make a good impression on an audience and deliver valuable information.  Learn how to best put a presentation together and customize the animation and graphics.  You’ll also hear tips on how to be a good presenter.

To sign up for this seminar click this link 

December

Advanced Programming Techniques
presented by Rachel Rivera and Richard Orelup
December 2, 2008
2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
CLR 261B
This seminar is designed to address programming questions, techniques, tools and standards.  Seminar will be a round table discussion where students are encouraged to bring their questions.  Primary focus will be on PHP, AJAX, JavaScript and MySQL. Prior programming experience required.

To sign up for this seminar click this link 

Delivering Difficult Messages
presented by Lanie Steinwart, Lecturer in the Department of Communications
December 4, 2008
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
CLR 261B

Delivering bad news to customers can be a daunting task. This session will teach strategies for communicating negative or disappointing news while preserving customers' feelings and the reputation of the organization. 

To sign up for this seminar click this link 

Is Web 2.0 the End of the Experts? An Online Discussion about the Power Amateurs Have on the Internet
presented and moderated by Jodie Reminder
Please note - this is an Online Seminar.  Participation requires logging in to CourseVU at least three times between December 7th - December 14th.  Also, if you participated when this seminar was presented in November you may NOT repeat it again.
In June 2007, author Andrew Keen published the book "The Cult of the Amateurs" and claimed that user-generated content on the Internet will lead to the downfall of our modern society. Have you ever thought about how sites like YouTube, Wikipedia, and CNN's iReport might affect professionals and experts of these related fields? This online seminar requires you to read an online debate and then participate in online discussion with other IT Fellows.

To sign up for this seminar click this link

New Technology: The Future of I.T.
presented by Mark DeMateo, Director of Technical Services
December 9, 2008
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
CLR 261B

Information Technology is an ever-changing field.  Do you ever wonder where it will be in the next year?  What about three to five years from now?  How will I.T. impact our lives?  Join Mark DeMateo for a glimpse into the future of hardware, software and Human Computer Interaction.

To sign up for this seminar click this link