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Sep 14 | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Motivating the Middle (Interpersonal Competence)
Whether or not we realize it, the effectiveness and success of student organizations on campus is--in large part--an issue of motivation. In this breakout session you'll learn about motivation in organizational contexts Presented by Haydee Matos & John DiSarro, Office of the President
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Sep 15 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Artist as Citizen: Building Creative Communities (Civic Engagement)
This workshop is an introduction to community-engaged art, an art genre that includes collaborative projects aimed to amplify voices, generate joy, promote equity, create safe spaces, and/or build sustainable solutions to problems as expressed by community members. The workshop will start with a brief introduction to community-engaged art. We will then make “personal power symbols” as part of a global Arts for Peace project that was piloted in July 2026 with 25 unwed, divorced, and widowed mothers in Casablanca, Morocco. Throughout the workshop, Professor Layton will show how it worked with the Moroccan mothers and provide tips on designing and leading your own workshops. This workshop will serve as a pre-requisite for the course "Artist as Citizen: Building Creative Communities" on campus. No experience in art is necessary. Just bring curiosity! Presented by Heather Layton, Dept of Art & Art History
Genesee 325
Sep 15 | 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Roc Out: An Evening with OutVote
Join Isaac James, Co-Founder and Executive Director of OutVote, for a conversation about what’s motivating Gen Z LGBTQ+ voters, why young people could shape the 2026 midterms, and how students can turn their voices into action. Come for the free pizza, stay for a candid conversation about democracy, LGBTQ+ identity, and building young people's civic power. Everyone is welcome!
Morey 321
Sep 21 | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Safer Partying (Interpersonal Competence)
To give student leaders the tools to plan safer, more consent focused parties and events for their student groups. Presented by Mace McDonald, Title IX
Genesee 325
Sep 22 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Commitment: What Keeps You Motivated (Intrapersonal Development)
We've all experienced not accomplishing a goal. Maybe you're considering dropping an organization you were excited about or questioning what you want to get out of your college experience. Join Associate Director for Student Leadership Courtney Floom in discovering what keeps you as an individual committed and motivated. Presented by Courtney Floom, Office of the Dean of Students
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Sep 23 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LGBTQ Leadership Lecture ft. Peter Paige
The Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center is excited to announce Hollywood actor, screenwriter, and director Peter Paige as this semester's Lorri L. Jean and Darrel Cummings LGBTQ Leadership Lecture speaker. Come listen to Paige talk about his work on shows such as Queer As Folk, The Fosters, and The Thing About Harry while enjoying a delicious meal catered by Salena's Mexican Restaurant. This event is open to the Rochester community. This event is sponsored by the Ostrow-Newkirk LGBTQ Fund.
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Sep 24 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Medallion Level-Up Social 2026
Time to level-up our social skills while celebrating those students who are Leveling Up in the Medallion Leadership Program! Attendees will participate in relationship-building activities, eat yummy Mel Catering, and there will be a brief ceremony to celebrate students completing different levels of the program. Bring a friend!
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Sep 26 | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Practices of Leadership (Level 2 Opener)
During this session you will complete the Leadership Practices Inventory to understand your unique leadership style and how it can benefit your organizations. We’ll also discuss how leaders work collaboratively to help a group succeed. Presented by Olivia Krimin, Medallion Leadership Society
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Sep 28 | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Interfaith Literacy for 21st Century Leadership (Civic Engagement)
This workshop will briefly introduce you to issues and concerns that you should be aware of as you lead student groups on a religiously and culturally diverse campus. We will discuss the concepts of bridged and bonded social capital, and what it means to be a leader in a religiously pluralistic environment. We will identify key areas of concern as you plan and execute events on campus where interfaith literacy is important to the success of your work. This workshop offers important leadership tools even for those leaders who do not consider themselves religious and for groups that are engaged in secular programming and activities. Presented by Sean Watson, Religious & Spiritual Dept.
Genesee 325
Sep 29 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Generosity by the Genesee: The Endowment and You (Knowledge Acquisition)
Ever wonder how endowed funds work at the University? What does it mean for a scholarship to be endowed, and why would a donor create one? Join a discussion on the basics of the University endowment, why endowed funds matter to students, and how student engagement is essential to helping the endowment (and University) become ever better. Presented by Emma Maikis, Advancement
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