Greek organizations are also a big part of the on-campus activities at Western Kentucky University. In 1961 the first national fraternities and sororities were allowed to make local chapters at the local university. At this moment there are 31 active organizations with about 1500 participants each year. As students enter their college years at Western Kentucky University they find that there are many opportunities at this great school. From joining Western Kentucky’s student ran newspaper, Talisman the award winning yearbook, The Extra Point is the student ran television sports
“Developing critical thinking skills will empower one to make sound decisions throughout ones life” (Garner 3). One should learn to think critically because if one doesn’t carefully examine and evaluate what you see, read, hear, ones not really learning. “Critical thinking is that mode of thinking about any subject, content, or problem in which the thinker improves the quality of his or her thinking by skillfully imposing intellectual standards upon his or her thoughts” (Foundation For Critical Thinking). “Whatever you are doing right now, whatever you feel, whatever you want, all are determined by the quality of your thinking. If your thinking is unrealistic, your thinking will lead to many
I believe that the LSA honor program’s rigorous academic demands as well as fascinating opportunities across fields will best prepare me for what lies ahead. Although UM have a big student body, I believe that I can still strive to develop good relationship with my Professors, and participate in discussions where I can share my opinions and learn something from others. Outside the classroom, the large diverse population of the University would allow me to learn varieties of interesting culture. Moreover, I would have access to wide range of student organizations and
Abstract The Life Styles Inventory (LSI) which I took identifies the thoughts and motivations which guide me as an individual and including behaviors. The LSI referred to my personal, management and leadership style .These areas will show the core of an individual's effectiveness or in this case my style and effectiveness. The characteristic of a person’s thinking and behavior contributes greatly to the way a person or individual performs their duties. Fortunately, people have the ability to change unsuccessful reasoning and behavior in such ways that can change an person’s effectiveness. First it is important that person know whether their actions are supportive of quality performance or act as a distraction.
Queen Margaret University is committed to creating and celebrating a positive, inclusive culture based on respect for individuals’ differences, in which students and staff are actively encouraged to reach their full potential. Our objective is to build an institution that understands, appreciates and values the diversity of each individual, makes people feel valued and able to participate and achieve their full potential. 2. Equal Opportunities Policy 1. Queen Margaret University welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff, applicants and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievement of the institution's mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
The most interesting item to me was learning about “Locus of Control” and whether you or the members of your group possess a strong internal or external control. This can really help when determining what type of reward to use in order to motivate members or the group as a whole. How does this knowledge affect the way you interact in groups? It effects my interactions with groups in that I will be more cognizant of the members and group when dealing with incentives to motivate. As stated in our text book Engleberg and Wynn (2010), “Rewards should be associated with worthy behavior and should be
While researching the resources here on campus I found an entire section of our school dedicated to the inclusion and safety of all students. The Office of Equity & Diversity’s mission statement is to:” Provide leadership and direction to achieve a positive, continuing, and vigorous campus nondiscrimination and equal opportunity program that goes well beyond the fulfillment of basic regulatory and procedural requirements to one with emphasis on providing positive attention to serving the needs of the campus.” There are also a number of cultural student organizations that offer a safe and fun place for people of all walks of life to come together and celebrate each of their cultures. This university also offers degrees in cultural subjects such as Africana Studies and Chicano/Latino
The first assumption of this theme is that people make choices. Behaviour is modified due to the choices that we make in our mind of what is real and what is not. These choices come from the meanings that we carry with us about how we see others viewing us. The second point regarding the first theme in the Symbolic Interaction Theory states that meaning can only exist when people share common interpretations of the symbols they
It seems as if living off campus is not a bad choice until one examines the lifestyle of a student who lives on campus. Making friends, having freedom, and developing independence are all favorable reasons to live on campus. Having a roommate and being surrounded by other students in the dorms is the easiest way to make friends and develop relationships that could last a lifetime. Living in the dorms is the best way to become proficient in getting along with other people because you are required to share bathrooms and/or rooms. Learning to get along with people is important for an individual’s social life and workplace.
They tend to understand assignments better and in return do not have to worry as much as those who are confused and afraid to ask for help. Plus, it helps to ask open ended question when trying to get to know someone.This allows you to learn more about the person and just more in general. Make sure when you are talking to someone, that has more knowledge than you in the career you striving for, questions related to your career. This will help you gain more knowledge on your career making your path a lot easier. The next networking tip I learned is to remember names.