A Quarterly Newsletter

  +September 1999 - Volume 2:1

GENDER DIFFERENCES VIDEO SERIES SLATED FOR OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER

Gender Differences in the Workplace videotape series is scheduled for consecutive weekly presentations during October and November. Please join us for any or all of the series of four workshops. The dates, times, and locations of these presentations are included in the WRC Calendar of Events on page 3.

Dr. Pat Heim, noted author and well-known consultant in management development and gender differences who received her Ph.D. in communication from the University of Colorado, has prepared a series of videotapes and workshops on the cultural differences unique to each gender in our society. Each of these cultures is functional within its own set of cultural norms, but problems may arise in the workplace because the differences in these two cultures are often invisible to us.

Dr. Heim is a dynamic speaker, using humor to provide insight into how gender culture affects us in the workplace, including some basic "rules" of each culture. She suggests strategies for using the best of both gender cultures to our advantage as an organization.

Each of Dr. Heim's tapes is 30 minutes in length. Her presentations are informative, entertaining, and productive for day-to-day application in your respective department or area.

This video series is co-sponsored by the Office of Women in Medicine and the Women's Resource Center.

 


ETSU COUNSELING CENTER DEDICATED TO SERVING THE NEEDS OF THE STUDENTS

The mission of the Counseling Center is to promote the mental health and personal growth of ETSU students through the provision of personal counseling, educational programs, career services, and psychiatric services. The Counseling Center provides short-term personal counseling services, which are free to all currently enrolled ETSU students. Center staff consists of three doctoral level psychologists, a master's level counselor, two psychiatric residents, and graduate assistants whom the senior staff supervises.

Under the direction of Dr. Gary Petiprin, common issues addressed through the Center include: improving relationships, managing unpleasant emotions, adjusting to college, managing self-esteem, ending substance abuse, resolving family issues, surviving grief and loss, and dealing with emotional trauma (i.e., psychological, physical or sexual abuse).

Due to the sensitive and personal nature of counseling, all counseling services are confidential. Counselors are bound both ethically and legally to maintain confidentiality within the limits of the law.

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Should faculty and staff members need to assist a student regarding the services of the Counseling Center, it is helpful to note that an initial appointment may be obtained during the walk-in hours (Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. - noon and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.). At that time a counselor will meet with the student and make the appropriate referral, typically to a counselor on staff.

In addition to the short-term personal counseling services for students, the Counseling Center staff frequently conducts educational outreach programs that promote mental health and personal growth. Common topics include: stress management, communication skills, time management, healthy relationships, self-esteem, alcohol/drug abuse prevention, career decision-making, and sexual assault prevention. During Fall Semester 1999 a "Women's Issues" support group will be initiated through the Center.

For additional information on the services and programs provided by the Counseling Center please call (423) 439-4841 or visit its web site at http://www.etsu.edu/students/counsel/counsel.htm. Office hours during the fall and spring semesters are Monday, 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

1999 WOMEN'S EXPO "EVERYTHING FOR TODAY'S WOMAN!"

The 1999 Women's Expo "Everything for Today's Woman!", presented by the Kingsport Times-News, will be held October 16-17 at MeadowView Conference Resort and Convention Center. If you missed the 1998 Women's Expo you overlooked an event that provided a wide variety of information on 64 area businesses and nonprofit organizations that exhibited at the expo at MeadowView last September.

The 1998 expo presented a wonderful opportunity for women to become better informed about topics which affect their lives. More than 50 seminars were given at the event with a range of topics being covered, such as health and fitness, money matters, cosmetic surgery, plus various nontraditional categories like acupuncture and the Internet.

The Kingsport Times-News will promote the expo with an intensive multimedia campaign, using regional radio and television as well as newspaper advertisements in the Times-News. In addition, the Times-News will publish a special tabloid on the expo, which will be distributed to the full circulation of the Times-News on Friday, October 15.

On Saturday, October 16, hours for the expo will be 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, October 17, hours will be noon - 6:00 p.m. There is an admission fee of $3.00, but children 12 years of age and under are admitted free. A portion of the proceeds will go to the United Way of Greater Kingsport.

Consider making the 1999 Women's Expo part of your weekend activities on October 16 or 17. This is a wonderful opportunity to update yourself on the nonprofit and commercial businesses that provide education, services, and products to women of all ages in the region.

BOOK REVIEW GROUP UPDATE

The Women's Resource Center Book Review Group continues during fall semester 1999. Monthly meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at the WRC, Panhellenic Hall, Basement Suite 2, noon to 1 p.m. The selections that are upcoming are included in the WRC Calendar of Events. Join us on the third Wednesday of each month; new readers are always welcome!

 

Women's Resource Center
Calendar of Events

For more information on the events listed contact the WRC at 439-7847.



SEPTEMBER

"Women's Health Series Lunch Break Seminar"
Tuesday, September 14, D. P. Culp University Center, East Tennessee Room, 3rd Floor, noon.
"Depression: Warning Signs and Insights" will be the topic of this women's health seminar. K. Ramsey McGowen, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and psychiatrist with University Physicians' Practice Group, will discuss warning signs of depression and provide insight on strategies you can use to combat the early stages.

"Lisa Alther Lunch Bunch"
Wednesday, September 15, D. P. Culp University Center, East Tennessee Room, 3rd Floor, noon.
Bring your lunch and join your colleagues to discuss the first of three novels by Basler Chair Lisa Alther. A discussion of Kinflicks is scheduled.
Sponsored by: Department of English, Sherrod Library, Women's Studies, and Women's Resource Center.

"Book Review Group"
***MEETING DATE CHANGE: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16***
Re-scheduled from: Wednesday, September 15, Women's Resource Center, Panhellenic Hall, Basement Suite 2, noon.
Participants will meet to discuss Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells. Facilitated by Helen Lane, project coordinator in the Center for Early Childhood Learning and Development. New readers always welcome.

"Personal Investing Series Seminar"
Thursday, September 23, D. P. Culp University Center, Dining Room 2, 3rd Floor, 5 p.m.
"Investing Made Simple" will be the topic of this investing seminar. Rachel Stutsman, owner of the Rachel Stutsman Agency, an investment affiliate of Southern Financial Consultants, Inc., and Mike Panter, president of Southern Financial Consultants, Inc., will discuss financial investing principles and practices.

OCTOBER

"Lisa Alther Lunch Bunch"
Wednesday, October 6, D. P. Culp University Center, East Tennessee Room, 3rd Floor, noon.
Bring your lunch and join your colleagues to discuss the second of three novels by Basler Chair Lisa Alther. A discussion of Original Sins is scheduled.
Sponsored by: Department of English, Sherrod Library, Women's Studies, and Women's Resource Center.

"Book Review Group"
Wednesday, October 20, Women's Resource Center, Panhellenic Hall, Basement Suite 2, noon.
Participants will meet to discuss Where the Heart Is by Billie Letts. Facilitated by Gaye Griffith, director of Student Support Services. New readers always welcome.

"Women's Health Series Lunch Break Seminar"
Thursday, October 21, D. P. Culp University Center, East Tennessee Room, 3rd Floor, noon.
"Simplify: Take Control of Your Time and Your Life" will be the topic of this women's health seminar. Margaret Ann Kellogg, LCSW, an independent personal and business coach, will discuss strategies used to get control of your life, learning to say "no" politely, and creating space for what you really want in life.

"Gender Differences in the Workplace Video Series"
Wednesday, October 27, D. P. Culp University Center, Forum, 3rd Floor, noon.
"The Power Dead Even Rule" is the first video of this series. Dr. Pat Heim will discuss effective communication between women and men through the understanding of cultural differences unique to each gender. Co-sponsored by the Office of Women in Medicine and the Women's Resource Center.

NOVEMBER

"Gender Differences in the Workplace Video Series"
Wednesday, November 3, D. P. Culp University Center, Forum, 3rd Floor, noon.
The video series continues with "Invisible Rules: Men, Women and Teams." Dr. Pat Heim will discuss how successful organizations of the future will need leaders and team members who understand the rules of both gender cultures. Co-sponsored by the Office of Women in Medicine and the Women's Resource Center.

"Lisa Alther Lunch Bunch"
Wednesday, November 3, D. P. Culp University Center, East Tennessee Room, 3rd Floor, noon.
Bring your lunch and join your colleagues to discuss the last of three novels by Basler Chair Lisa Alther. A discussion of Other Women is scheduled.
Sponsored by: Department of English, Sherrod Library, Women's Studies, and Women's Resource Center.

"Gender Differences in the Workplace Video Series"
Wednesday, November 10, D. P. Culp University Center, Forum, 3rd Floor, noon.
The video series continues with "Conflict: The Rules of Engagement." Dr. Pat Heim will discuss how conflict empowers those who know how to manage it. Co-sponsored by the Office of Women in Medicine and the Women's Resource Center.

"Book Review Group"
Wednesday, November 17, Women's Resource Center, Panhellenic Hall, Basement Suite 2, noon.
Participants will meet to discuss White Oleander: A Novel by Janet Fitch. Facilitated by Dr. Jan Henley, psychologist in the Counseling Center. New readers always welcome.

"Gender Differences in the Workplace Video Series"
Thursday, November 18, D. P. Culp University Center, Forum, 3rd Floor, noon.
The video series concludes with "Changing the Rules." Dr. Pat Heim will discuss the only way we can get other people to change, since we can not control their behavior, is to change our own behavior through understanding how to "speak" gender differences. Co-sponsored by the Office of Women in Medicine and the Women's Resource Center.

Other Upcoming Events

SEPTEMBER

Labor Day Holiday Closing. The University will be closed and classes will not be in session Monday, September 6. Classes will resume and offices will reopen Tuesday, September 7.

OCTOBER

1999 ACE Annual Conference for Women in Higher Education in Tennessee, Friday, October 8, Volunteer State Community College, Gallatin, Tenn. Contact: Nancy Morris, Volunteer State Community College, 615-452-8600 ext. 3272 or e-mail n_morris@vscc.cc.tn.us.

Homecoming Week, October 11-16.

HERS New England Management Institute for Women in Higher Education, October 14-16, Wellesley College, Mass. Contact: Susan Knowles, 781-283-2529 or e-mail sknowles@wellesley.edu.

1999 Women's Expo, "Everything for Today's Woman," sponsored by the Kingsport Times-News, October 16-17, MeadowView Conference Resort and Convention Center. Contact: Mike Groseclose, Kingsport Times-News, Event Marketing Department, 800-251-0328 ext. 319 or 423-392-1319.
Visit the ETSU Women's Resource Center exhibit during the 1999 Women's Expo.

NOVEMBER

HERS New England Management Institute for Women in Higher Education, November 19-20, Wellesley College, Mass. Contact: Susan Knowles, 781-283-2529 or e-mail sknowles@wellesley.edu.

Institute for Emerging Women Leaders in Higher Education, November 6-10, University of Maryland Conference Center. Contact: NAWE, 202-659-9330 or visit its web site at http://www.nawe.org.

Thanksgiving Holiday Closing. ETSU and the Reece Museum will be closed and classes will not be in session Thursday-Friday, November 25-26, in observance of Thanksgiving, and the museum will remain closed Saturday and Sunday, November 27-28. Classes will resume and offices and the Reece Museum will reopen on a regular schedule Monday, November 29.

East Tennessee State University is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution and is fully in accord with the belief that educational and employment opportunities should be available to all eligible persons without regard to age, sex, color, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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