2008 Graduate Reunion
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| REGISTRATION |
| 9:00am – 7:00pm |
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| EVENTS |
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Sandi DiMola ’75 “Achieving Common Ground:
A Guide to Cooperative Problem Solving”
Chatham University has been approved to offer 2.0 Continuing Education Credits for
Licensed Professional Counselors
Sandi DiMola, J.D., director of Chatham University’s Center for the Study of Conflict,
was engaged in advocacy for over twenty-five years and has conducted conflict resolution
training for multinational corporations. In her program, Ms. DiMola will address
approaches to conflict, conflict styles, and research-based information on methods of
cooperative problem solving. The program will conclude with small-group discussion of
the applicability of the material for different types of professionals, including school and
mental health counselors, business professionals, and other participants.
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
“Lunch and Conversation with the Dean” ($10)
Join Norma Burgess, Ph.D., dean of the College for Graduate Studies, for lunch.
1:00 -2:00 p.m.
Breakout Session for MSCP: Infant Mental Health
Chatham University has been approved to offer 1.0 Continuing Education Credit for
Licensed Professional Counselors
Robert Gallen, Ph.D., MSCP faculty member and coordinator of the Infant Mental
Health (IMH) Graduate Certificate program, will present an overview of the topic
of infant mental health. IHM is an interdisciplinary field dedicated to promoting
the social and emotional well-being of all infants and families within the context
of secure and nurturing relationships. IMH services support the growth of healthy
attachment relationships in early infancy, thereby reducing the risk of developmental
psychopathology and enhancing enduring strengths. In addition, IMH services identify
and provide services to high risk infants and their caregivers. Dr. Gallen’s presentation
will include lecture and video clips, as well as information about the Graduate
Certificate in IMH and the IMH concentration within the MSCP program.
Breakout Session for MBA/MALOT
Networking and Career Development Hour
Network with fellow alumni, students, and faculty. A representative from the PACE
Center (Center for Programs for Academic Advising, Career Developement, and Educational
Enrichment) will be on hand to help you with any questions or concerns you have
regarding career development and networking.
2:15-3:15 p.m.
Breakout Session for MSCP: Life after Chatham: Private Practice,
Continuing Education, and Professional Development
Join MSCP faculty and alumni for a discussion of new additions to the MSCP program,
work and education after Chatham, and private practice experiences. There will be lots
of time for questions!
Breakout Session for MBA/MALOT
Bill Flanagan “Beyond 2008: Positioning Pittsburgh to Compete After Pittsburgh 250”
Bill Flanagan is Executive Vice President – Corporate Relations of the Allegheny
Conference on Community Development. In this role, he serves as Executive Director
Pittsburgh 250, the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the naming of Pittsburgh.
He also hosts “Our Region’s Business,” a program the Conference produces in partnership
with Cox Television. This program airs on WPXI-TV, WJAC-TV, WTOV-TV, and
the Pittsburgh Cable News Channel (PCNC). A graduate of Northwestern University
(BS Speech), Bill has a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-
Columbia. He is a native of Dover, Delaware.
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Nancy Leff “Leading with Laffter”
Did you know that humor is an essential trait for leadership? Humor is a gift! A sense
of humor/play is necessary in the workplace, in team building, in communication, in all
relationships, and in physical and emotional health. You’ll have “lotsa laffs” during
this interactive workshop while being coached on ways to bring more joy and lightheartedness
into your life, and the lives of those around you, every day, at work, and
at home. Nancy Leff, director of Leff-Laffs Communications, is a Happiness Life Coach
and speaker whose life journey is to spread more fun and joy to the planet. With a
background in HR training and development, career coaching, and performing, Leff
has done scores of presentations for businesses, hospitals, and organizations. Her
website is www.humorqueen.com and she can be reached at nancy@humorqueen.com
or 412-253-0113.
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Awards Presentation
Join us as we honor the winners of the Graduate Alumni Achievement Awards for 2008,
representing seven of the graduate programs. Support your fellow classmates as they
accept their awards.
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Champagne Celebration ($30)
Meet with friends and colleagues from your program and catch up on the years that
have passed since graduation during this reception. Alumni Affairs along with faculty
and the dean of the College for Graduate Studies will host this fun filled and exciting
event. Don’t miss out!
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