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attending these workshops to them. Everyone is welcome and it isn't necessary to

register. Thank you very much.

Counseling Services Workshops

Spring Semester 2010

Goal Setting and Attainment

Tuesday, January 26, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Jeanne Kempiak, Counselor

Discover how to set and attain your goals. Discover simple strategies that you
can learn on a daily basis.

How to Determine What to Major In if You Are Undecided About Your

Major
Tuesday, February 2, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Student Resources Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenters: Jessica Dyrek, Counselor and Margery Walters, Counselor

If you are undecided about your major this is the workshop for you.
You will learn strategies to follow to determine an appropriate major.

Time Management Strategies

Wednesday, February 10, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Student Resource
Center (SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Edison Wells, Counselor

Always running around at the last minute? Feeling pressured and don’t know
where your day went? Well, it’s probably a thing called life that has you up
and going all the time. Try taking this session on time management and find
out exactly where you are spending time and how to prioritize it.

Prejudice: Can it be Unintentional?

Tuesday, February 16, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Dana Thompson, Counselor
Ever wonder why some people appear offended when you make an “innocent”
comment? Sometimes comments or gestures regarding aspects of diversity
such as race, gender, and sexual orientation can make the “innocent”, a form
of unintentional prejudices. Attend this presentation where we will view a 10
minute video and learn the little things that can mar communication between
different groups of people.

Learn to Live: Overcoming Depression and Self-Destructive Tendencies

Tuesday, February 23, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Dr. Dennis Emano, Counselor and Psi Beta, National Honor
Society in Psychology for Community College Students

Why do 15% of college students report being diagnosed with depression?

What can students do to combat depression? Find out in this interactive
workshop, co-facilitated by Psi Beta!

Eating Behaviors and Personal Concerns

Thursday, February 25, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Student Resource
Center (SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenters: Insight Psychological Center staff
Sponsor: Carol Giegerich, Counselor

Staff from Insight Psychological Centers, Willow Brook will present on eating
disorders and related issues to help participants become aware of problems
involving disordered eating, overeating, and binge eating. Join us for an
interactive and helpful presentation and discussion with a focus on what to be
aware of and how to help someone you know that may be struggling with
these issues.

Test-Taking Anxiety
Wednesday, March 3, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Dr. Dennis Emano, Counselor

Are you looking for ways to reduce test-taking anxiety? If so, this workshop is
for you. Find out how to minimize stress during test taking.
Why Can’t I Love My Body?
Wednesday, March 17, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenters: Joyce Fletcher, Counselor and Dr. Nathania Montes, Counselor

Why is it so hard to be satisfied with who we are? While body image is an

important part of self esteem, the way in which the media distorts the ideas
and representations of body types sometimes distorts our perceptions of what
is beautiful and healthy. Images of women and men in the media will be
presented and discussed as well as ways to promote a positive body esteem
and self awareness.

Jobs, Trends, and the Economy-A Workshop for Undeclared Majors

Tuesday, March 23, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Student Resource Center (SRC),
Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenters: Stephanie Wilcox, Manager of Career Services, Susan Frank,
Counselor and Sandy Werner, Counselor

Are you overwhelmed and confused about your college major and career
path? This seminar focuses on which careers will be in demand in the global
marketplace. You will learn about strategies that will help you identify an
appropriate major.

Myths and Facts about Alcohol and Marijuana

Wednesday, April 14, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC) 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Richard A. Morelli, LCPC, CADC, MISA II
Facilitator: Dr. Dennis Emano, Counselor

What’s the truth behind the two most popular substances among college
students? This workshop will dispel some common misconceptions and
present the facts. Plus, learn how to help someone with an alcohol and drug
problem.

Student Success Skills with Autism

Tuesday, April 27, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Student Resource Center (SRC)
Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Michael Duggan, Counselor
This presentation will share current research findings on college students with
autism, and include practical strategies students who are autistic can use to
help them in being more academically successful. This is open to students with
autism, family members, or anyone wishing to learn more on the topic. The
workshop will be both interactive and informative in format, allowing for an
exchange of information by both presenter and audience members.

Using Visualization/Guided Imagery to get the Most Out of Life

Wednesday, April 28, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Student Resource Center
(SRC) 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Ron Jerak, Counselor

Learn the fundamentals of this topic and take part in an actual guided
imagery exercise to practice visualizing your future-less stress, greater
fulfillment, and personal development.

Understanding Disabilities: An Experiential Workshop

Thursday, April 29, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Student Resources Center
(SRC), Room 1450A (inside the cafeteria)
Presenter: Michael Duggan, Counselor

In honor of Disabilities Awareness Month, this highly interactive and

participatory workshop will discuss frustrations and challenges students with
disabilities may experience in a variety of settings.

Counseling Services workshops are free of charge and open to all College of DuPage faculty, students, staff,
administrators, and community members. Pre-registration is not required.

The college will not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national
origin, sex, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest record, military status or unfavorable military
discharge, citizenship status, or physical or mental handicap or disability.

For American with Disabilities Act accommodations, call (630) 942-2141 (voice) or (630) 858-9692 (TDD).

For more information call (630) 942-2259, visit

www.cod.edu/advising/counseling.htm, or stop by the Advising/Counseling
Office, Student Resource Center (SRC), Room 2044, for a brochure.