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LIFE...
Are You Rethinking Your Game Plan?
It’s Your Move! Spring 2008
Career and Life Transition Series Presented by
Division of Continuing and Professional Studies
University at Buffalo, State University of New York
Registration is ongoing.
Workshop Series: Rethinking Your Game Plan.
Planning for your next career move or for a meaningful and fulfilling retirement is an important part of the cycle of life. To make your career or life transition a smoother process, devising a personal plan for success is important. This series of four workshops will provide you with the opportunity to discuss your concerns, ask necessary questions and provide the tools to plan for a successful life transition.
WORKSHOP I. Coping With Change
TBA
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
This “hands-on” workshop will teach you the basics of self confidence. What it is and how we lose it? And how we get it back at any age. Come and learn the transition process and see how it can help you cope with personal and professional challenges. This interactive workshop will be presented with humor, understanding and practical life applications.
WORKSHOP II. Your Health and Wellness: Safe guarding your health without losing your savings
TBA
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
This workshop will teach you how to safeguard your health without losing your savings. How to avoid un-necessary medical expenses and secure your financial future? What hidden dangers are present deteriorating our health and well-being today? You will get first hand information from a natural health practitioner.
WORKSHOP III. Mapping Your Financial Future: Have you prepared for what’s next?
Thursday, March 27, 2008, 6pm - 8:30pm
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
Instructor: TBA
As the saying goes, money is not everything; however, it definitely has an affect upon our quality of life. Today the world presents an abundance of choices and opportunities. Your dreams – whether planning for a new business, a new career or retirement must include a financial road map. Financial planning during a transition can help ensure you keep your current lifestyle as well as reach your future financial goals. Hear our panel of experts discuss the issues and things that you should consider as you plan your next steps.
WORKSHOP IV. Embracing Technology
Thursday, April 3, 2008, 6pm - 8:30pm
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
Instructor: TBA
Have you been reluctant about joining the text messaging rage or trading in your older cell phone for the latest phone with features that would allow you to take photos and stay connected by email? This interactive workshop presented by experts in the latest cell phone technology will keep you from being left on the roadside of the Information Highway. Learning about the latest in informational technology can not only enhance your life style but make it easier to complete everyday tasks.
Mapping and Marketing Your Future
The following courses are included in the Career and Life Transition Series:
A: MAPPING YOUR FUTURE
Mon. April 7, Wed. April 9, Mon. April 14, Wed. April 16, all from 6pm - 8:30pm
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
Instructor: Deborah J. Robinson and Michelle Riggio
Making career choices can be a daunting task in this global economy. Globalization has contributed to individuals experiencing career changes, challenges and opportunities.
Mapping Your Future is designed in two parts:
Part I: The first four sessions (2 hours each) will consist of self-assessment tests to help you identify your talents and interests.
Part II: Each participant will receive a confidential counseling session to learn to transfer the results from their assessment tests and apply them to a realistic strategy in their career search. A counseling session is scheduled at the conclusion of Part I.
B: MARKETING YOURSELF
In between jobs? Accepted a “buy-out”? Thinking about doing something totally new?
Tue. April 22, Thurs. April 24, Tue.April 29, Thurs. May 1, Tue. May 6, Thurs. May 8, all from 6pm - 8:30pm
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
Today’s labor market is ever-changing and you may question if you have the skills employers are seeking. This series will help you build up your confidence and enhance your credibility to compete in today’s job market. We believe that all of your life skills and experiences are valuable. The main premise of this series is to develop your awareness of your “transferable skills” and learn how to communicate them effectively.
We will assist you in identifying your personal “skill set” and creating a career portfolio. In addition, our mock interview environment will help you create and present your résumé and lead you to a full understanding of how to “market yourself”.
A segment of the course will also highlight networking tips.
COMMUNICATING IN TODAY'S WORKFORCE
Tue. May 20, Thurs. May 22, Tue. May 27, Thurs. May 29, all from 6pm - 8:30pm
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
Instructor: Felicia Beard
Writing for Business is a course of study designed to provide a working knowledge of, and sharpen, English skills and concepts necessary for success in the workplace. An analysis/overview of the business environment related to appropriate behavior and expectations of employers will be reviewed. Participants will acquire a level of mastery, confidence, and knowledge to face the challenges and expectations of the business world.
COMPUTER SURVIVAL SKILLS
Tue. June 3, Wed. June 4, Tue. June 10, Wed. June 11, Tue. June 17, Wed. June 18 all from 6pm - 8:30 pm
Educational Opportunity Center(EOC), 435 Washington St. downtown Buffalo
The course will provide you with basic knowledge of how to use a computer. We will take a tour of the Windows Operation System and get you started with some of the most useful computer applications in our daily lives, including word processing, Excel spreadsheets, graphic presentations, e-mail and the Internet.
CAREER CONNECTION NIGHT
Tue, June 24, 6pm - 8:30pm
147 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus
Building the networks for career and personal success
Whether looking for a new job, a volunteer or business opportunity; establishing a significant social network is a major key to achieving that goal. Statistics show that most people obtain their jobs through a networking connection.
Attend our career connection networking event to speak with corporate and organizational leaders about employment opportunities in Western New York’s leading job industries. Put in action networking and marketing skills from the previous workshops to make your career connection.
How to Register
Option 1: Secure on-line Registration and Payment processing - the fastest way to get access to the Career/Life Transition Series Registration and fee processing is usually completed within one business day. You may register with the following credit cards using our Secure On-line Registration and Payment process... 
Option 2: Fax/Mail-in Registration and Payment processing - You may complete the Fax/Mail-in Registration Form and return it to our office along with payment information. We accept checks or money orders with this registration method. Please allow 2-3 weeks for checks and money orders to clear to complete your registration process. Click on the following link to download the Fax/Mail-in Registration Form. Click Here to download Fax Mail-in Form
We only accept payment by credit card, check or money order. We do not accept PayPal or other electronic transmission method of payment.
We do not store credit card information and we do not share your registration information with any other organization, agency, individual or 3rd party entity.
For more information please call or email:
Ms. Tonnalee Batchelor, Coordinator
Outreach and Workforce Development
University at Buffalo
Telephone: (716) 829 3374
Email: tbatchel@buffalo.edu
