The workshops below can take the place of your class if you need to attend a conference, meeting or even a last-minute emergency, and will provide information on a variety of educational topics or services, some of which may relate to your course content. Topics include finances, diversity, health, academic support, employment, leadership, involvement, service and safety. We also have information that can be shared at a faculty meeting. Please contact the workshop contact (or book online when possible) for the workshop you would like.

Almost all workshop lengths and topics can be adjusted to fit your needs. 

* Advanced notice is appreciated and last-minute requests are not guaranteed

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

How to Talk to Your Professor

30-45 minutes
Students are encouraged to ask questions in class or visit office hours but are often intimidated or not given the tools to do so. In this presentation, students will reflect on their interactions with professors, discuss the value of talking with their instructors, and draft an outline to prepare for a meeting with their professor. 
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

SMART Goal Setting

30 minutes
Setting SMART goals makes it more likely for folks to achieve what they set out to do. This workshop introduces the factors that make up good goals whether they are focused on personal, academic, or involvement areas. Students will be able to describe and write SMART goals.  Peer Mentors co-facilitate these workshops for added peer-to-peer learning benefits.
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

Values Exploration

30-45 minutes
What are your values? What are your peers' values? Values determine much of how we move through our everyday lives. As we work with others and create meaningful relationships, values can serve as guides for those interactions. In this workshop, students will be introduced to what values are, explore their top values and discuss how these shape their peer to peer interactions. Peer Mentors co-facilitate these workshops for added peer-to-peer learning benefits.
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

Team Building

30-45 minutes
Need some fun team-building time in your class or group? Let Peer Mentors facilitate a variety of activities to build camaraderie and trust for more effective communication. Space to move around is required.
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

Undergraduate Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities: What's in it for me?

10-60 minutes
This session helps students understand the value of undergraduate research activity, and what they can expect from the experience. How to find a project and a mentor. - Students will explore mechanisms and avenues for connecting with a faculty mentor and developing their project. How to fund your research, scholarly and creative activities. This workshop explores the funding opportunities available for students and teaches them how to apply for funding through the Office of Undergraduate Research.  
Contact erinkendall@weber.edu | 801-626-8541

DIVERSITY

Creating Empowering Spaces (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
Students will participate in an identity and privilege activity. Students will be able to have a strong understanding of their own personal identity, describe their positionality, and think of ways they can use their privileges to assist underrepresented communities in amplifying their voices, explore allyship, and take action during instances of injustice. 
Contact Andrea Hernández: andreahernandez2@weber.edu | 801-626-6090

Diversity Toss

30 - 45 minutes
This interactive workshop walks participants through an activity to explore multiple identities and reflect on concepts like intersectionality, salient and invisible identities. Participants will reflect on their own lived experiences as well as those of their peers. Peer Mentors co-facilitate these workshops for added peer to peer learning benefits.
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

Gender Bias (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
This workshop explores what gender bias is, why knowing about it matters, what gender bias looks like in the workplace, as well as how to recognize & combat it.
Contact Women's Center: womenscenter@weber.edu | 801-626-6090

LGBTQ+ 101 (Virtual & In-Person)

60-75 minutes
This workshop covers what is meant by gender identity and sexual orientation, allyship, and how to begin to unlearn biases including biphobia, homophobia, transphobia, and lesbophobia. Participants will also be provided information about resources on campus and in the community.
Contact: lgbtresourcecenter@weber.edu

Social Identity Wheel

30 - 45 minutes
This interactive workshop introduces the social identity wheel.  Participants will reflect on and share their identities and learn from those of their peers, including identities they think about often or rarely, and those about which they'd like to learn more.  Peer Mentors co-facilitate these workshops for added peer-to-peer learning benefits.
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

Social Justice Leadership and Unconscious Bias (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
Students will learn how the environments they foster through their language and actions within their social college interactions are directly connected to the ability of our diverse student populations to feel a sense of belonging to Weber State University. Students will be able to develop intrapersonal competence to create environments where all Wildcats feel like they belong. Student employees will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how racial, cultural, and physical characteristics, among other aspects, can influence personal and professional interactions in positive and negative ways unless consciously and deliberately addressed.
Contact Andrea Hernández: andreahernandez2@weber.edu | 801-626-6090

Transgender and Gender Nonconforming (TGNC) 101 (Virtual & In-Person)

45-60 minutes
An introductory workshop covering relevant vocabulary, transgender history in the U.S., how to begin to unlearn biases toward the transgender community, and how to be an ally with the transgender community.
Contact: lgbtresourcecenter@weber.edu

Who Am I?  (Virtual & In-Person)

“Who am I?” is a question we all ask at some time in our lives. It is an especially critical question for adolescents. As we search for answers we begin to define ourselves. How is our identity formed? To what extent are we defined by our talents and interests, by our membership in a particular ethnic group, by our social and economic class, by our religion by the nation in which we live? How do we label ourselves and how do others label us? How are our identities influenced by how we think others see us? How do our identities inform our values, ideas, and actions? In what ways might we assume different identities in different contexts? How do we manage multiple identities? Answers to these questions help us understand history, ourselves, and each other. Having students examine and share their own identities is a way to build relationships. This workshop and activity assist students in the process of relationship building.
Contact Andrea Hernández: andreahernandez2@weber.edu | 801-626-6090

EMPLOYMENT

Career Exploration (Virtual & In-Person)

30-60 minutes 
Students will learn how to apply the Holland Code Theory to identify their interests and discover careers that fit those interests. We will also examine government databases to obtain important occupational information, including local and national salary, job outlook, and educational attainment for particular fields and careers.
Contact Career Services: careerservices@weber.edu | 801-626-6393

Internships and High Impact Engagement (Virtual & In-Person)

50 – 60 minutes
One of the most critical elements of preparation for the world of full-time employment is practice; via internships and other relevant experiences. Career Services professionals talk with students about availability, processes for attaining these experiences, and how to use them to their greatest advantage.
Contact Sara Seefried: internships@weber.edu | 801-626-6960

ePortfolio

30 minutes or longer
Having an ePortfolio will allow students to demonstrate what they have learned in classes and current jobs to future employers or for graduate school. This workshop will introduce students to Folio in Canvas and will include: the purpose, benefits, and how to create an ePortfolio. Students will be shown a sample ePortfolio and resources to help them create a strong ePortfolio of their own. 
Contact Sara Seefried: saraseefried@weber.edu | 801-626-6960 

Packaging & Selling Your Skills (Virtual & In-Person)

50 – 60 minutes
This interactive session helps students identify learning outcomes and "soft skills" that give them an advantage when seeking career-related positions. The staff help students align what they are learning with the needs and desires of a global workforce.
Contact Career Services: careerservices@weber.edu | 801-626-6393

Resume Development (Virtual & In-Person)

30-60 minutes
This session will help students understand the components of an effective resume and how to develop one. We will discuss various resume types, when to use them, how to target your resume by using keywords and writing descriptive tasks, as well as getting through those picky Application Tracking Systems.
Contact Career Services: careerservices@weber.edu | 801-626-6393

Understanding the Skills Employers are Seeking (Virtual & In-Person)

50 – 60 minutes
This session helps students understand how to apply their learning to skills and abilities sought by employers. The session is modified slightly for each presentation based on the college and class requesting the program.
Contact Career Services: careerservices@weber.edu | 801-626-6393

FINANCES

Budgeting (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes
This session teaches students the basics of creating and maintaining a budget.
Contact Jennifer Garner: jennifergarner@weber.edu | 801-626-6080

Managing Debt (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes
Students will learn about types of debt, how interest rates work, and other resources.
Contact Jennifer Garner: jennifergarner@weber.edu | 801-626-6080

Understanding Credit and Credit Scores

50 minutes
Students will learn about how the credit industry works, how credit scores are calculated, and how to fix inaccuracies.
Contact Jennifer Garner: jennifergarner@weber.edu | 801-626-6080

 

HEALTH

Intro to the Counseling and Psychological Services Center (Virtual & In-Person)

30 - 45 minutes
An introduction to common mental health issues among college students and treatment options available at Weber State.
Contact Aaron Jeffrey: aaronjeffrey@weber.edu | 801-626-6406

*A minimum of two weeks lead time is required for scheduling.

QPR for Suicide Prevention (Virtual & In-Person)

60 - 90 minutes
A presentation that teaches anyone how to recognize the signs of suicide and how to intervene to help save a life. A minimum of two weeks leads time is required for scheduling.
Contact Dianna Abel: diannaabel@weber.edu | 801-626-6274

*A minimum of two weeks lead time is required for scheduling.

Self-Care 101: Beyond Bubble Baths (Virtual & In-Person)

1 hour
Self-care is an important part of our overall health and well-being, but it's so much more than dark chocolate and bubble baths! We'll discuss what self-care is, what it is not, and how to create a meaningful self-care routine.
Contact Student Wellness: studentwellness@weber.edu | 801-626-7524

Stress-Busters (Virtual & In-Person)

1 hour
Stress is the #1 academic impact for Weber State students. In other words, it's the leading factor that causes our students to receive a lower grade on a test or assignment. We know that stress is bad...now what? No stress relief method works for every person in every situation - and that's okay! This presentation covers a variety of hands-on stress management activities to give students an idea of what will and what won't work for them.
Contact Student Wellness: studentwellness@weber.edu | 801-626-7524

Student Wellness 101 (Virtual & In-Person)

45 minutes – 1 hour
What does "wellness" mean, and what does Student Wellness do at WSU.
Contact Student Wellness: studentwellness@weber.edu | 801-626-7524

Understanding Impostership Syndrome

30 - 45 minutes
We all feel it sometimes.  "Am I good enough? Should I even be here?" In this workshop, participants will learn about the impostership syndrome, reflect on their own experiences, and brainstorm ways to address it. Peer Mentors co-facilitate these workshops for added peer-to-peer learning benefits.
Contact Olga G. Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7332

Yoga at Your Desk (Virtual & In-Person)

30 – 60 minutes
Stay focused by taking a movement break while studying/working. Learn basic yoga postures that can be facilitated at your desk with minimal sweat and maximal effectiveness.
Contact Teri Bladen: teribladen@weber.edu | 801-626-8647

INVOLVEMENT

Experience Engagement at Weber State  (Virtual Only)

50 minutes
Learn about the many types of engagement WSUSA offers students at Weber State and the ways you can get involved in the campus community and within Student Involvement and Leadership.
Contact Tara Peris: taraperis@weber.edu | 801-626-7334

Get a Mentor, Be a Mentor!

5-10 minutes
Did you know Weber State has several mentoring programs available for students to make the most of the college experience? In this informational session, students can learn about the positive impact of peer to peer mentoring, how they can get a peer mentor and about opportunities to be a mentor. Connecting to appropriate resources just got easier.
Contact Olga Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7330

High Impact Educational Experiences (HIEEs)-Get the Wildcat Advantage! (Virtual and In-Person) 

30-45 minutes
Introduction to the Wildcat Advantage Program and the benefits that will help students get the advantage, academically and professionally. Students in this program will learn how to connect to specific HIEEs and build an ePortfolio that highlights their experiences and learning. Students will also enjoy program benefits, such as earning graduation cords and recognition.
Contact Jenny Frame and Tiana Witkamp: wildcatadvantage@weber.edu | 801-626-6313

Purposeful Involvement

15-30 minutes
There are so many great options to be involved and engaged at Weber State. What to choose? In this presentation, Peer Mentors facilitate a conversation and activity to help students identify and narrow down involvement opportunities that can purposeful for their goals.
Contact Olga Antonio: olgaantonio@weber.edu | 801-626-7330

So You Want to Study Abroad? It's easy, here's how

15 minutes (or longer)
An informational session about study abroad programs.
Contact Eric Hunter: erichunter2@weber.edu | 801-626-8740

Stay Active and Engaged as a Wildcat (Virtual & In-Person)

30 - 60 minutes
Your student fees at work! Learn the multitude of programs, services, and job opportunities offered through Campus Recreation to get the most out of your time as a WSU student.
Contact Campus Recreation: campusrecreation@weber.edu | 801-626-7967

What Student Involvement and Leadership Can Do for You (Virtual Only)

45 minutes
Find your niche in SIL and enhance your college experience through the many opportunities, small and large, that SIL offers... we have an opportunity for everyone!
Contact Tara Peris: taraperis@weber.edu | 801-626-7334

LEADERSHIP

Everyday Leadership (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes
Exploring leadership styles and skills and how to apply them in your everyday life for success.
Contact Sheldon Cheshire: scheshire@weber.edu | 801-626-7850

Feminist Leadership (in person or virtual)

50 minutes (or longer)
In times of crisis and times of peace, we depend on the strength of our communities to support us. Now, more than ever is the time to focus on leadership based on the empowerment and inclusion of the people. Join us for a workshop where we’ll discuss feminist leadership and learn how to be leaders who work toward social change, based on the four essential principles of feminist leadership.
Contact Women's Center: womenscenter@weber.edu | 801-626-6090

Social Change Ecosystem Map  (Virtual & In-Person)

In our lives and as part of movements and organizations, many of us play different roles in pursuit of equity, shared liberation, inclusion, and justice. And yet, we often get lost and confused, or we are newcomers to ongoing social change efforts and don’t know where to start, or we are catalyzed into action in the midst of a crisis in our community. This is a framework that can help individuals, networks, and organizations align and get in the right relationship with social change values, individual roles, and the broader ecosystem.
Contact Andrea Hernández: andreahernandez2@weber.edu | 801-626-6090

CliftonStrengths 101: Knowing Your Strengths (Virtual & In-Person)

60 minutes
Students will learn how to focus on your strengths as an individual and in groups.
Contact Sheldon Cheshire: scheshire@weber.edu | 801-626-7850

SAFETY

CARE: Bystander Intervention (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
How many times have you witnessed something that just doesn't feel right, but you don’t really know what to do about it? Most of us say we would step in to help a friend or to stop someone from being hurt, but do we know how to do that? Be empowered with the knowledge and skills to effectively assist in the prevention of violence. This workshop will answer these questions and will leave participants knowing what they can do to help stop violence before it occurs. 
Contact the Women’s Center: safeatweber@weber.edu  | 801-626-6090 | Book Online

Don’t Be Afraid to Catch Feels - Healthy Relationships & Consent (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
This workshop will help participants improve communication skills, effectively set boundaries, understand consent, and navigate breaking up and app-based dating. This workshop provides participants a way to reflect on their choices when it comes to relationships and gains a deeper understanding of what they want to gain from their relationships with other people. Topics include starting relationships, consent, breaking up, and dating via apps. 
Contact the Women’s Center: safeatweber@weber.edu  | 801-626-6090 | Book Online

Gender Socialization, Violence, and Prevention (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
This workshop explores gender role socialization, media representation, what you can do about it, becoming an active bystander. 
Contact the Women’s Center: safeatweber@weber.edu | 801-626-6090 | Book Online

Safe@Weber Overview (Virtual & In-Person)

50 minutes (or longer)
Don’t have time to participate in all of Safe@Weber’s workshops? Don’t worry, this condensed workshop explores dynamics of interpersonal violence, WSU policies, resources, and supporting survivors. Organizations can choose between a workshop that also highlights consent or bystander intervention.
Contact the Women’s Center: safeatweber@weber.edu | 801-626-6090 | Book Online

More Training and Resources

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Benefits of Community Engagement (Virtual & In-Person)

20 minutes
The following sessions are available in 20-minute segments:

• Why engage with the community and how will it help students succeed?
• How can students use Give Pulse to find engagement opportunities and track hours?
• What is AmeriCorps and how do students sign up for it?

Contact CCEL: ccel@weber.edu | 801-626-7737

Working Together: Improving Web and Media Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities  (Virtual & In-Person)

Technology reduces the barriers faced by many individuals with disabilities, but at the same time creates new and complex challenges in public access. This interactive session will explore creative methods to respond to issues of accessibility in the classroom, online, and beyond. Participants will learn about WSU's overall efforts to ensure equal access to digital media in compliance with federal and state statutes and will consider ways individuals and departments can effectively address these concerns.
Contact Disability Services Center: dsc@weber.edu | 801-626-6413