Staff Elevated Conference Schedule

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Time	Event/Session	Session	Session
11:30 am	Keynote: Kerri Davidson, Vice President of Institutional Affairs & Chief of Staff to the USU President, "Future-Proofing Your University Career: Cultivating Executive Presence and Resilience for Career Success," (ESLC 130)
1:00 pm	Darrell Harris, "Budgeting Made Easy," WIDT 053 CANCELED	Zack Speck, "Accepting Criticism - Humility is Your Gate to the Summit," WIDT 046
2:00 pm	Shanda Thompson, "Changing the Dialogue: Improving Self Talk," WIDT 053	Allyssa Keogh, "How Not to Lose It At Work," WIDT 007	Erika Lindstrom, "Belonging in Action: Nuturing Workplace Connections," WIDT 046
3:00 pm	Dominic Bria, "Remote and Hybrid Work Skills for In-office Workers," WIDT 007	Scott Hammond & Julia Westover, "Building a College/Team Culture of High Reliability," WIDT 053	Angie Clayson, "Breakdown of University Benefits," (Zoom) WIDT 046
4:00 pm	Ice Cream Social, USU Main Quad, Connections Service Project — sponsored by Huntsman School of Business

Wednesday, May 21

Time	Event/Session	Session	Session	Session	Session	Session
9:00 am	Calissa Beach, "Unlocking MyUSU's Potential for Staff," (Remote/Zoom) WIDT 007	Lauren Schreck, "Portable Fire Extinguisher Usage," WIDT 053	Ruth Jensen, "Save Yourself!" HH 160	Levi Sim, "Lightroom is Dumb (And We Love It)," ESLC 131, Computer Lab	Savannah Gordon, "Video Games Are Useful in the Workplace," HH 180
10:00 am	Olivia Lee, Erik McFadden, and Janet Blad, "Promoting Engagement; A Practice to Encourage Internal Motivation," HH 160 CANCELED	Richard O'Keef, "Meet the 5 Emotional Needs," WIDT 053	Amber Reed, "Change as Opportunity—What Am I Doing?" WIDT 046 CANCELED	Joana Franco, "Mindfulness for Mental Health," HH 180	Alexandria Ziegler, "Bullet Journaling 101," HH 170	Dr. Brandy Watts, "Caring for Loved Ones," (Zoom/Remote) WIDT 007
11:00 am	LUNCHEON—open house style, 11-2 Award ceremony, 12-1 (TSC Ballroom)	Board of Trustees Listening session, ESLC Auditorium 11-12
1:00 pm	Spencer Bitner, "Assessment Assemblage 101," WIDT 053	Vincenza Vicari-Bentley, "The Magic of Knowing Your Money Personality," WIDT 046	Lexie Richins-Peterson, "Conflict Resolution and Management," WIDT 007	Sean Peterson, "Zoom into Fun: Elevating Your Virtual,"(Remote/Zoom ONLY)	Nelda Ault-Dyslin, "A Short Discussuion About Immigration in the U.S.," HH 180	Aimee Brunson, "Canva Tips & Tricks," ESLC 131, Computer Lab	Janalyn Brown, "Protocol Essentials: Elevating Professionalism and Etiquette in University Affairs," HH 170	Leslie Buxton,"Performance Check-Ins," HH 160
2:00 pm	Chris Dunlap, "Dealing with Change," HH 160	Matt Huntington, "Sustainability Strategies," WIDT 046	Kyle Cottam, "The Office of Events, At Your Service," HH 170	Shayla Donley, "Unlocking Presentation Potential," WIDT 053	Tessie Bridges, "Energy Pathways: An Introduction to Meridians, Chakras, and Auras," HH 180	Allyssa Jensen, "Wellness—Creating Sustainable Goals One 'Step' at a Time," WIDT 007
3:00 pm	Nancy Glomb, Kayleen Evans, Hailey Rogers, & Wendy Sanders, "Creating Connections in Creative Ways: Providing Personalized Student Support for Isolated Learners in Rural Utah," HH 160	Shane Richards "Landscaping Campus Tour,"(Outdoor, meet on TSC Patio)	Lexie Richins-Peterson, "Intrinsic Motivation," WIDT 007	Lauren Cordova, "Lazy Sourdough," HH 170	Rebecca Stalvey & Glee Woolley, "Leave - FMLA, Short-term, ADA," WIDT 046	Reed Phinisey, "Function and Flexibility in the Workplace," WIDT 053	Shannon Erickson, "Repainting the I: The Murals of the Intermountain Indian School," NEHMA

Thursday, May 22

Time	Event/Session	Session	Session	Session	Session
8:00 am	Light Breakfast
9:00 am	Kirk Welsh, "Understanding Saving and Investing for Retirement," HH 160	Rochelle Allen, "How to Make Ends Meet: Practical Budgeting for Tight Times,"(Remote/Zoom ONLY)	Alisha Wilkins, Abbey Rindlisbacher, & Julene Reese, "Congrats! You Now have an intern. Using Chat GPT as Your Personal Work Assistant," HH 170	Alexandria Ziegler, "Haunted Locale: A Guided Tour," (Tour, Outdoors)	Allen Hill, "Elevating Cybersecurity Practices: A Unified Effort to Reach New Heights of Protection," HH 180
10:00 am	Stephanie Carlson, "Promoting Personal Safety Through the Empower Yourself Through Self-Defense program," HH 160	Audrey Juhasz, "Shaping the Future of SEA Together!" HH 170	Brooke Lister, "Intro to Intuitive Eating," WIDT 007	Levi Sim, "Let's Make Better Pictures!" (Tour/Outdoors)	Shane Richards, "Tree Climbing, Campus Tour," (Tour/Outdoors)
11:30 am	Speaker: Jillian Morley, "Designing Your Way Forward," ESLC 130

Session Descriptions

Session	Presenter	Description	Day	Times	Zoom Link	Location
Canva Tips & Tricks	Aimee Brunson, Tradmark Coordinator	Best praticies for creating in Canva	Wednesday	1:00 pm	Hybrid Link	ESLC 131, COMP Lab
Bullet Journaling 101	Alexandria Ziegler, Academic Advisor, University & Exploratory Advising	A hands on creative presentation on how to start bullet journaling without getting overwhelmed! (Please bring your own markers and pens, journals will be provided).	Wednesday	10:00 am	In person	HH 170
Haunted Locale: A Guided Tour	Alexandria Ziegler, Academic Advisor, University & Exploratory Advising	A folkloric presentation of the haunted locations on campus, and nearby. We will tell stories and walk around the Logan Campus. (About an hour long tour)	Thursday	9:00 am	In person	TSC Patio
Caring for Loved Ones	Aetna Presenter Dr. Brandy Watts		Wednesday	10:00 am	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
Congrats! You Now have an intern. Using Chat GPT as Your Personal Work Assistant	Alisha Wilkins, Abbey Rindlisbacher, & Julene Reese, USU Extension Marketing	Discover how to make AI your ultimate sidekick in both your personal and professional life! Come and explore practical ways to use ChatGPT to streamline tasks, boost creativity, and enhance productivity – whether you're drafting emails, planning meals, or tackling complex work projects. Learn how to get the most out of AI while keeping it fun, effective, and tailored to your needs.	Thursday	9:00 am	In person	HH 170
Wellness – Creating Sustainable Goals One 'Step' at a Time	Alyssa Jensen, Wellness Director, Human Resources	Although losing weight can be good for overall health, focusing on weight loss alone can lead to cycles of losing and regaining weight, lower self-esteem, and a preoccupation with food and body image. You'll find more success if you set goals that focus on health instead of weight loss only. This presentation will discuss behaviors, goals, and strategies utilizing the new Wellness app that will lead to more sustainable outcomes in the way you look and feel!	Wednesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
How to Not Lose It At Work	Allyssa Keogh, Business Assistant/Student Support Representative	I'll be sharing different steps of how not to lose control at work when you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed.	Tuesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
Change as Opportunity - What Am I Doing?	Amber Reed, Program Assistant	My topic will focus on dealing with change, viewing change as an opportunity, and leaning on community. I will share examples of change that faculty and staff might face (in terms of technology like AI use or next era of learners) and creating a space to talk about change. During discussions I will share my own experiences of change in my work and personal life that help me to lean on the USU community and a positive outlook on change.	Wednesday	10:00 am	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Breakdown of University Benefits	Angie Clayson, HR Benefits Coordinator	Curious about your university benefits and how to make the most of them? Join us for a comprehensive overview of the benefits available to you, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and more. We’ll break down the key details, explain how to maximize your options, and answer any questions you have. Whether you’re a new employee or just need a refresher, this session will help you better understand and utilize the benefits that support you at work and beyond.	Tuesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Shaping the Future of SEA Together!	Audrey Juhasz, Researcher, Emma Eccles Jones College of Education & Human Services	This presentation will explain a little about the SEA's mission and goals. The remainder of the time will be dedicated to hosting a discussion with attendees about what they would like to see SEA address in the coming year.	Thursday	10:00 am	Hybrid Link	HH 170
Intro to Intuitive Eating	Brooke Lister, Human Resources	Intuitive Eating is a practice, not a diet. This presentation will define the 10 principles of Intuitive Eating. The nice, but scary, thing about Intuitive Eating is that there are no rules. It is individualized based on YOUR cues for hunger and fullness. The focus is on your enjoyment of food and overall health and well-being, rather than weight loss. Intuitive Eating rejects the diet culture and recognizes that diets do not ultimately help us reach our health goals. The Intuitive Eater is an unaffectedeater, so come learn about bringing the pleasure back to eating	Thursday	10:00 am	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
Unlocking MyUSU's Potential for Staff	Calissa Beach, MyUSU Manager	My presentation would walk staff through how to use MyUSU to connect with students and other staff. It would particularly focus on the various channels of communication available on MyUSU, such as groups, announcements, and tasks. It would also inform staff on how to make their programs/resources accessible through MyUSU through tools, tasks, forms, groups, etc.	Wednesday	9:00 am	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
Dealing with Change	Chris Dunlap, Director of Equipment	I will be discussing the topic, "Dealing with Change" as this is a topic I can very well relate to. I have dealt with Three new coaches staff, a whole new state and I have adapted to it and have a lot to share on it.	Wednesday	2:00 pm	In person	HH 160
Remote and Hybrid Work Skills for In-office Workers	Dominic Bria, Psy.D., Associate Director of the Rural Online Initiative	Anyone who works with a remote or hybrid team member—or anyone not normally on site—can learn skills that will make them better at it—more effective, better at asynchronous collaboration, more disciplined. The Rural Online Initiative began teaching people these skills long before the pandemic and continues to do so even now. Although our mandate is to teach people in rural Utah, our short, virtual courses are available to anyone in Utah, including students and staff in any division of Utah State University. Attend this session to get a brief preview of what students learn in our 1-month certification courses.	Tuesday	3:00 pm	In person	WIDT 007
Elevating Cybersecurity Practices: A Unified Effort to Reach New Heights of Protection	Allen Hill, Chief Information Security Office (USU IT)	In this presentation, we will explore how cybersecurity is not just the responsibility of the IT department, but a shared commitment across the entire institution. We’ll discuss practical strategies for fostering a culture of vigilance, collaboration, and accountability at all levels. You will learn how to recognize common threats, improve your cyber defense, and how to safeguard sensitive information. (This will be a joint presentation with someone from IT.)	Thursday	9:00 am	Hybrid zoom link Meeting ID: 864 6977 8544 Passcode: 344252	HH 180
Belonging in Action: Nurturing Workplace Connections	Erika Lindstrom, CARE Case Manager for Residence Life	Belonging Begins Here: Shaping an Inclusive Workplace is designed to explore practical strategies for fostering a sense of belonging in professional environments. This session will delve into the importance of creating an inclusive culture where employees feel valued, respected, and connected. We’ll discuss how small actions—like active listening, inclusive communication, and celebrating diversity—can make a significant impact. Participants will leave with actionable tips to build stronger workplace relationships, address unconscious biases, and contribute to a supportive environment where everyone thrives. Whether you’re a team leader or a team member, this session will empower you to make belonging a priority.	Tuesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Protocol Essentials: Elevating Professionalism and Etiquette in University Affairs	Janalyn Brown, Administrative Coordinator	Objective: To provide a concise and engaging overview of key protocol principles to enhance professionalism, decorum, and effective communication within the university setting.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	Hybrid Link	HH 170
Mindfulness for Mental Health	Joana Franco, Instructional Designer	Mindfulness is a human skill that every person is able to develop by practicing attention, intention, and attitude. Research has shown mindfulness can reduce stress and anxiety, as well as increase life balance and general well-being. In this presentation, you will learn hands-on the basics of mindfulness and have the opportunity to start improving your mental health.	Wednesday	10:00 am	Hybrid Link	HH 180
The Office of Events, At Your Service	Kyle Cottam, Director of Marketing with the Office of Events	The Office of Events, At Your Service, will be a presentation on what the Office of Events can do for staff at Utah State University. We'll cover conference coordination, registration, staying the University Inn, on-campus events and youth programs.	Wednesday	2:00 pm	In person	HH 170
Lazy Sourdough	Lauren Cordova, Accessibility Consultant	I recently hyperfixated on sourdough, I have made a lot of things with my starter, and have a few experiments going right now! I'd love to teach people how to make sourdough approachable! (please bring your own jar or container)	Wednesday	3:00 pm	In-person only (20 people max)	HH 170
Portable Fire Extinguisher Usage	Lauren Schreck, Deputy Fire Marshal	This class will teach general safety awareness and fire prevention in campus. Following an indoor presentation, participants will have the opportunity to use a real fire extinguisher in a controlled hands-on environment.	Wednesday	9:00 am	In person	WIDT 053
Performance Check-ins	Leslie Buxton, Human Resources	Performance conversations get a bad rap, but that’s only because they are often done poorly. When done well, a performance check-in can help supervisors set expectations and tweak performance while helping employees feel heard, valued, and recognized.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	In person	HH 160
Let's Make Better Pictures!	Levi Sim, UMAC Photographer	Join Levi for a photo-class around campus. You will use this time to take practice your photography skills. (A camera is not required, your phone will work!)	Thursday	10:00 am	In person	TSC Patio
Lightroom is Dumb (And We Love It)	Levi Sim, UMAC Photographer	Lightroom is the premiere Adobe photography software, and it's a pain in the butt to use. But with some basic groundwork, you'll find it easy to use, and it's the best way to manage and edit your photos. This is a hands-on class. Full Description: Lightroom is so choice; If you have the means, I highly recommend it. But, man can it be frustrating! It's a tool that not only edits your photos, it also organizes them, makes them searchable, and it's a great way to keep a library that will outlast your position in your department. Bring your computer to this hands-on class, and please install Lightroom on it before class (use the Adobe Creative Cloud app). I'll give you a download link and we'll use Lightroom to work on some photos. It'll be a hoot!	Wednesday	9:00 am	In person	ESLC 131, COMP Lab
Conflict Resolution and Management	Lexie Richins-Peterson, Human Resources	Do you avoid difficult conversations, hoping problems will just go away? Conflict is inevitable, but handled well, it can strengthen relationships and improve workplace culture. In this session, you’ll learn how to stay calm, communicate effectively, and lead tough conversations with confidence. Walk away with practical skills to navigate conflict, address workplace challenges, and create a more open, productive environment.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
Intrinsic Motivation	Lexie Richins-Peterson, Human Resources	You can offer someone opportunities, but you cannot force them to take it, no matter how much you are convinced that “it” will help them. At the end of the day, your employees, your team, even you yourself will have to make the choice to be motivated and seize opportunities. This can be frustrating, especially when you believe the opportunity is well worth your employee’s time and energy. While we cannot force someone to be motivated, we can look at the drivers behind motivation and what we can do to help align them with your vision. We will explore the relationship between motivation and action, extrinsic and intrinsic motivation techniques, and how intrinsic motivation leads to more driven employees."	Wednesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 007
Sustainability Strategies	Matt Huntington, Assistant Professor, Extension	We try to ensure that programs and outcomes in our service area can be sustained post external funding. In this presentation I share sustainability considerations, definitions, and strategies that can be employed. My program area is overdose prevention in Tooele County.	Wednesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Creating Connections in Creative Ways: Providing Personalized Student Support for Isolated Learners in Rural Utah	Nancy Glomb, Kayleen Evans, Hailey Rogers, & Wendy Sanders, USU-Statewide/Southwest	USU-Southwest serves eleven counties across 36,314 square miles of the state of Utah. Many USU-Southwest students live in rural and remote areas of the state and are often isolated from other USU students and staff. This presentation will provide examples of creative ways that USU-Southwest staff, ambassadors, and USUSA representatives provide personalized student support and create a unique “Aggie Experience” for USU-Southwest students.	Wednesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	HH 160
A Short Discussion about Immigration in the US	Nelda Ault-Dyslin, Assistant Director of Community-Engaged Learning	There are many local community organizations that specialize in working alongside immigrants and refugees. Students, staff, and faculty who want to engage with these organizations, whether through a community-engaged learning class, volunteering, or referring students to experiential opportunities, would be better collaborators with some background knowledge about immigration in the US. This presentation, which includes a hands-on simulation of some immigration types, can help shed light on this topic and encourage participants to take action in their communities.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	In person	HH 180
Promoting Engagement; A Practice to Encourage Internal Motivation	Olivia Lee, Erik McFadden, & Janet Blad, Academic Advising	Self-Determination Theory (SDT) proposes “…conditions supporting the individual’s experience of autonomy, competence, and relatedness … foster the most…high-quality forms of motivation and engagement.” We hope to demonstrate how the application of SDT can be employed to improve team dynamics, strengthen working relationships, and increase individuals’ self-awareness and -determination. Attendees will walk away with a handout of questions for the psychological needs of SDT that can be used for their own and others’ application. We will introduce an on-campus resource for staff and students that assists in exploring those needs.	Wednesday	10:00 am	Hybrid Link	HH 160
Leave - FMLA, Short-term, ADA	Rebecca Stalvey & Glee Woolley, Human Resources	Join us for an informative session on FMLA, Short-Term Disability, and ADA to better understand your rights, benefits, and the processes involved when navigating medical leave and workplace accommodations. We’ll cover key topics such as eligibility requirements, how FMLA protects your job, when and how to apply for short-term disability, and the interactive process for requesting accommodations under the ADA. Whether you need time off for a medical condition, are supporting a family member, or require workplace adjustments, this session will provide clarity and guidance.	Wednesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Function and Flexibility in the Workplace	Reed Phinisey, Associate Director (Campus Recreation)	Many of the flexibility/mobility issues we experience are due to poor lifestyle factors and the largest of these lifestyle factors is our sedentary occupational setting. Though much can be done to 'combat' the long periods of sitting at work and incorporating activity into our daily workday. In this session we will uncover the effects of prolonged sitting, simple tools to incorporate during the workday and better positions we can use during ADL's(Activities of Daily Living).	Wednesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 053
Meet the 5 Emotional Needs	Richard O'Keef, Family Life Education Facilitator	All children have 5 emotional needs that must be met. When parents meet these needs, good things happen: 1) Relationships flourish, 2) Cooperation improves, 3) Parents build strong families where children learn and practice good values, 4) Parents increase the odds their children will make good choices when parents are not around. When these needs are NOT met, that's when struggling happens. That's when children's behavior worsens. That's when parents get overwhelmed and stressed out. I will talk about the 4 emotional needs and the parenting skills necessary to meet them.	Wednesday	10:00 am	In person	WIDT 053
How to Make Ends Meet: Practical Budgeting for Tight Times	Rochelle Allen, Program Coordinator for the Empowering Financial Wellness team	In this class, "How to Make Ends Meet: Practical Budgeting for Tight Times," you’ll learn how to adjust your budget to handle changes in income, prioritize essentials, and reduce unnecessary expenses using free tools and practical strategies. We’ll also cover setting up goal-based savings accounts to support both short-term needs and long-term goals. By the end, you’ll have the skills and tools to confidently take control of your finances.	Thursday	9:00 am	Zoom only	Check email for link
Save Yourself!	Ruth Jensen, Staff Assistant, University and Exploratory Advising	You can save time, money and a lot of stress by having a monthly menu. Learn how to build a menu that fits your family and your wallet.	Wednesday	9:00 am	In person	HH 160
Video Games are Useful in the Workplace!	Savannah L. Gordon, Business Assistant, Statewide Campuses	Some video games require the player to develop skills that are useful in the workplace, such as problem-solving, quick thinking, teamwork, and grit. Yet, there is a stigma attached to video games, whereby games are seen as a means of entertainment rather than something that can teach useful skills. This presentation seeks to examine that stigma and look at how some video games are proof of commitment and useful workplace skills.	Wednesday	9:00 am	In person	HH 180
Building a College/Team Culture of High Reliability	Scott Hammond, Clinical Professor of Management, and Julia Westover, Executive Assistant to the Dean, Jon M. Huntsman School of Business	What do the best USU work teams do? Each of us works in a department, college, or division level team. This presentation gives nine simple characteristics on how to become a more highly reliable team (HRT). It is based on the research of USU Professor of Practice Scott Hammond. Beginning with finding a unifying purpose, and ending with building a stress free workplace, Hammond and Executive Assistant Julia Westover apply the HRT research in his book Highly Reliable Teams: When Failure is NOT an Option to the Huntsman School of Business at USU, and show how to identify strengths and improve on weaknesses. Specifically, this workshop will help your team: 1. Identify and leverage a unifying purpose. 2. Develop protocols and improve communication 3. Stop the blame game 4. Better measure performance 5. Reduce stress	Tuesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 053
Zoom into Fun: Elevating Your Virtual Meetings	Sean Peterson, Systems Admin focusing on educational tech initiatives	Get ready to add energy, creativity, and engagement to your Zoom meetings! In this interactive session, we’ll explore built-in Zoom features like immersive views, reactions, and breakout rooms, along with fun, collaborative activities like ‘meeting bingo’ and Kahoot! But this isn’t just a presentation—you’ll experience these strategies in action! Whether you want to boost participation, spark collaboration, or simply make meetings more dynamic, you’ll leave with ideas and practical tools to level up your virtual gatherings. *To ensure you get the most out of this interactive session, please plan to join through the Zoom desktop app (not mobile or browser) and make sure your app is up-to-date. I also kindly ask that you share your video during the session—it’ll help us engage more effectively and get to know one another better. Need help downloading and logging into the Zoom app, check out this guide.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	Zoom only	Link:
Changing the dialogue: improving self talk	Shanda Thompson, Academic Advisor	Sometimes we get caught in a negative spiral of depreciating self talk. This session focuses on simple actions to help break this negative cycle.	Tuesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 053
Tree climbing campus tour	Shane Richards, LOAM (Landscape Operations and Maintenance) Manager	Hands on tree climbing demonstration. Fun and interactive. Presented with USU arborist Dane Gyllenskog	Thursday	10:00 am	In person	TSC Patio
Landscaping Campus Tour	Shane Richards, LOAM (Landscape Operations and Maintenance) Manager	Take a tour of campus to understand the processes and information that goes into landscaping at USU!	Wednesday	3:00 pm	In person	TSC Patio
Repainting the I: The Murals of the Intermountain Indian School	Shannon Erickson, Coordinator of Learning and Engagement, NEHMA	The Intermountain Indian School, a federally funded Native American boarding school in Brigham City, Utah, operated from 1950 to 1984. Originally serving Navajo youth, it became intertribal in 1974, eventually representing over 100 Native Nations. Notable for its emphasis on art, including murals created by students under the guidance of artists like Allan Houser, the school fostered cultural expression despite its assimilationist framework. After its closure, alumni have continued to honor its legacy by repainting the iconic “I” on the mountainside. Eleven student-created murals, found years later and restored, are now on public display for the first time through Utah State University and the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art.	Wednesday	3:00 pm	Hybrid Link	NEHMA
Unlocking Presentation Potential	Shayla Donley, Youth Education Coordinator In USU Extension SLCo	In this presentation we will explore meeting objectives while captivating our audience. We will briefly touch on presentation aesthetics but mainly focus on gauging participant interest and comprehension, increasing commitment to the curriculum, and searching for/ integrating attention getting activities.	Wednesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 053
Assessment Assemblage 101	Spencer Bitner, Director of Involvement, Student Involvement and Leadership	We are all busy every day at USU. Assessment can become the last thing you think about. We will discuss ways to get buy in from staff to effectively record data and demonstrate positive outcomes. Learn how to share data with administrators and communicate in a simple manner.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 053
Promoting Personal Safety Through the Empower Yourself Through Self-Defense program	Stephanie Carlson, Utah State University Extension Assistant Professor	The Empower Yourself Through Self-Defense program will be taught to participants. Individuals will learn how to analyze their surroundings, de-escalate a conflict, recognize and avoid a risky situation, build confidence, and learn some techniques necessary to escape and survive an attack.	Thursday	10:00 am	In person	HH 160
Energy Pathways: An introduction to Meridians, Chakras and Auras	Tessie Bridges, Business Assistant	This beginner friendly class is designed to explore three of the body's subtle energy systems and their impact on well-being. In this engaging 40 minute session, participants will learn about meridians, the energy highways that facilitate the flow of life force; chakras, the spinning energy centers that influence physical, emotional, and spiritual balance; and the auras, the energetic fields that surrounds and protect us. Through interactive exercises and practical insight attendees will gain foundational knowledge on how to harmonize their energy, reduce stress, and enhance overall vitality in both personal and professional life.	Wednesday	2:00 pm	Hybrid Link	HH 180
The Magic of Knowing Your Money Personality	Vincenza Vicari-Bentley, ChFC, AFC, Lead Program Coordinator, Empowering Financial Wellness Program	You want to be more confident with your money, but are not sure where to start? Discovering your unique money personality can help you understand your financial habits and build a positive relationship with your finances. This expert-led session will guide you in cultivating financial confidence, setting healthy money boundaries, and taking control of your financial future with clarity.	Wednesday	1:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Accepting Criticism - Humility is Your Gate to the Summit	Zach Speck, Business Assistant in the Department of Biology	My topic will be surrounding humility, and how humility is a crucial part of self-improvement and reaching your highest potential. I will delve in to detail about how there's a difference between being humble and being excessively passive. I will also briefly talk about how to advocate for yourself, how to set boundaries on what things you're comfortable with being critiqued on (e.g. critiquing my work is fine, but don't speak about my personal life), and how humility is an integral part of teamwork.	Tuesday	1:00 pm	Hybrid Link	WIDT 046
Understanding Saving and Investing for Retirement	Kirk Welch, Human Resources	Join us during SEA’s Development Week (May 20–22) for an insightful session on the basics of saving and investing for retirement. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your strategy, this presentation will cover key concepts to help you make informed financial decisions for the future. Don’t miss this opportunity to build confidence in your retirement planning! Stay tuned for session details.	Thursday	9:00 am	Hybrid Link	HH 160
Future-Proofing Your University Career: Cultivating Executive Presence and Resilience for Career Success.	Kerri Davidson, Vice President of Institutional Affairs & Chief of Staff to the USU President	This session will equip you with actionable strategies to communicate with impact, build strong relationships, and manage challenges with an aim to future-proof your university career.	Tuesday (Keynote)	11:30 am	Hybrid Link	ESLC 130
Designing Your Way Forward!	Jillian Morley, Assisstant Director of the Career Design Center		Thursday (Keynote)	11:30 am	Hybrid Link	ESLC 130

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