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Outcomes & Evidence Progress Inventory : Leadership Development
Outcomes & Evidence Progress Inventory : Leadership Development
DEVELOPMENT
Outcomes & Evidence
Progress Inventory*
MINOR IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES
Center for Student Leadership Development
Memorial Union
University of Rhode Island
*The Outcomes & Evidence Progress Inventory is the intellectual property of the Center for Student Leadership Development (CSLD)
at the University of Rhode Island and cannot be reproduced in part, or in its entirety, without the written permission of the acting
Assistant Director of the CSLD.
OUTCOMES
Outcomes (Self-Leadership, Interpersonal and Organizational, Leadership Theories, Inclusive Leadership,
Critical Thinking)
Targeted Classes
Experiences
Evidence
GENERAL INFORMATION
Regardless of your major, you can minor in Leadership Studies.
Requirements may be satisfied by completing 18 or more credits related to leadership and offered by more than one department.
Twelve (12) of the 18 credits must be at the 200 level of instruction or above. A course grade of “C” or better must be earned in each graded course. At least 12 of the credits
must be earned at URI.
No course may be used to apply to both the major and minor fields of study. Courses in General Education or for other minors may be used for the minor* (*this does not
apply to students in the College of Business). With the exception of internship credit, all courses for the minor must be taken for a grade. The Introductory class must be taken
before the internship and the capstone course.
Application for the minor must be filed in your academic dean’s office no later than the beginning of the final semester or term.
Approval of the minor does not guarantee that the suggested courses will be available to you on a schedule correlated with your graduation plans nor guarantee space in any
required course.
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CORE REQUIREMENTS- 9 Credits
Required Element Class options Notes
Introductory Course HDF 190: FLITE Only offered in spring for first-year students
3 credits or
HDF 290: Modern Leadership Issues Offered Fall and Spring for sophomores & juniors
Internship HDF 417: Leadership Internship Requires 40 hours/credit with a min. of 80 hours & a max. of 120 hours of documented
3 credits or internship experience for graded credit
Experience through Office of Experiential Learning & Community Engagement
or
Internship Class in Academic Major The only time the major and minor can overlap
Capstone HDF 412: Historical, Multi-ethnic & Alternative Leadership Offered only in the fall with preference given to seniors
3 credits or
COM 402: Leadership & Motivation Offered in the spring and summer with Dr. Leatham
or
BUS 441: Leadership Skills Development Offered in the fall and spring with Dr. Cooper
or
HPR 411/412: Honors Senior Seminar
Must be in Honors or have GPA of 3.3
Portfolio HDF 492: Leadership Minor Portfolio Taken last spring semester of enrollment (some exceptions)
1 credit
AAF 300: Civil Rights Movement in the US COM 402: Leadership and Motivation (capstone option) HDF 416: Leadership in Organizations
BUS 341: Organizational Behavior COM 407: Political Communication HDF 417: Leadership Minor Internship
BUS 342: Human Resource Management COM 415: The Ethics of Persuasion HDF 437: Law & Families in the U.S.
BUS 441: Leadership & Motivation (capstone option) COM 421: Advanced Interpersonal Communication HDF 450: Introduction to Counseling
BUS 443: Organizational Design & Change COM 422: Communication and Conflict HPR 118: Honors Course in Speech Communications
BUS 448: International Dimensions of Business COM 441: Race, Politics and the Media HPR 203: The Prepared Mind
BUS 449: Entrepreneurship COM 450: Organizational Communication HPR 412: Honors Seminar (capstone option)
COM 100: Communication Fundamentals COM 461/462: Managing Cultural Differences in Organizations MSL 101: Introduction to Military Leadership
COM 202: Public Speaking CSV 302: URI Community Service MSL 201: Leadership & Military History
COM 208: Argumentation and Debate GWS 150: Introduction to Women’s Studies MSL 201: Military Skills and History of Warfare
COM 210: Persuasion: The Rhetoric of Influence GWS 310: Race, Class, Sexuality in Women’s Lives MSL 202: Leadership & Team Building
COM 221: Interpersonal Communication GWS 350: International Women’s Issues MSL 301: Leadership & Management
COM 250: Small Group Communication HDF 190: First‐Year Leaders Inspired to Excellence (FLITE) PEX 375: Women in Sport ‐ Contemporary Perspectives
COM 302: Advanced Public Speaking (introductory course option) PHL 212: Ethics
COM 308: Advanced Argumentation HDF 290: Modern Leadership Issues (introductory course option) PSC 304: Introduction to Public Administration
COM 322: Gender & Communication HDF 291: Rose Butler Browne Program Peer Mentoring Program PSC 369: Legislative Process and Public Policy
COM 351: Oral Comm. in Business & the Professions HDF 412: Historical, Multi‐Ethnic, & Alternative Leadership PSC 504: Ethics in Public Administration
COM 361: Intercultural Communication (capstone option) SOC300/WMS350: Women and Work
COM 383: Rhetorical Theory HDF 413: Student Organization Leadership Consulting THE 221: Stage Management
COM 385: Communication and Social Influence HDF 414: Leadership for Activism and Social Change THE 341: Theater Management
HDF 415: FLITE Peer Leadership
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BECOMING A POSITIVE LEADER THROUGH DEVELOPMENT & INVOLVEMENT
Wilson, 1998 (URI Memorial Union / Center for Student Leadership Development)
Revised after the publication of Exploring Leadership: for College Students Who Want to Make a Difference by Komives, McMahon and Lucas, 1998.
You need to have your own act together before you can lead others:
2. Lead Yourself
Time management
Organization
1. Know Yourself Self care
Self discipline
Lead Others Strengths Perseverance
Weaknesses Develop and maintain family,
Values PROGRESS interpersonal, and intimate relationships
Needs Academic, social, personal goals and
P Styles objectives
R o Learning
O o Teaching
G o Personality P
R o Membership R
E o Leadership O
S G
RE-EVALUATE R
S
former stages E
as you progress S
4. Develop and Refine
Skills S
2. Student will demonstrate personal, HDF 190 Best Buddies In HDF 190 and my other classes, such as BIO 242 and CHM 103, I found that organization works the
organizational, and academic examples of APO same way for me. I have to take handwritten notes. If I take notes on a laptop I will not remember the
self-discipline BIO 242 information. I also record lectures so that while I am rereading my notes I can listen to them and add
CHM 103 any missed details. I also have to have different folders and notebooks for every subject so that no
papers get lost. To assure that I get the grades I want I do a little of every subject every day to make
sure I am retaining the information. I also do this so when there is a test or quiz, I will not stress out the
night before because I haven’t been studying the material. To hold my self-accountable for this I put
charts on my wall to check off each day after I completed that subject. The charts are on top of folders
so that If I have any confusions or questions after I finished a subject for the day I can put it inside and
start from there the next day. I also make weekly to do list that keep me on track of all the school work
and other activities I have to do during the week.
For Best Buddies, an organization that connects adults with disabilities and college students, and Alpha
Phi Omega (APO), a national service fraternity, I keep track of the activities that are always happening,
along with due dates by putting them in my phone and on a calendar in my room so I will know when I
am available to things. I found that it was helpful to have a google calendar so that all of my calendars
are synced and in one place.
See Evidence 1
3. Student will demonstrate the ability to HDF 190 Day of Discovery, CHM 103, BIO In HDF 190 we did a lot of activities that involved our small groups. In each activity we had to listen to
manage emotions 242, APO Best Buddies each person’s reasoning in order to get the same goal. In doing this I had to learn how to control my
own emotions in order to actually hear what someone was saying. One example of this is when we had
to build a house out of spaghetti and marshmallows. Each person had a different idea as to what to do
and I was very focused on doing it the way I thought was best to the point I was really angry it wasn’t
happening. I then took a breath realizing that being angry wouldn’t do anything. At the Day of
Discovery, a retreat for HDF 190, our small group talked some deep topics and instead if shutting down
out of fear of being shut out by my peers. I decided just to take a deep breath and say the things I
wanted to. Between dealing with classes, such as CHM 103 and BIO 242, and different organizations,
such as best buddies, an organization that connects adults with disabilities and college students, and
APO (Alpha Phi Omega a national service fraternity), my schedule can get very overwhelming, but
instead of just breaking down I tend to take a break for a few minutes. In these breaks I normally take
deep breathes and listen to music in order to clear my mind and look at everything from a new
prospective.
I realize talking out my emotions is very helpful. Sometimes this is to other people, or sometime just to
myself. I realized that one thing that really helps me is thirty second rants. This gives me a time limit on
how long I am complaining about things and also helps me distress. Normally these rants calm me
down enough to focus.
See Evidence 2
4. Student will demonstrate knowledge of NUR 100 Best buddies, APO, URI 101, URI In Nursing 100 we discussed different stressors and different ways to manage stress in a work setting.
stress management methods Service corps Such as keeping journals, exercising, watching movies or reading books. In the class we had
PowerPoint slides introducing the topic then we all had to take stress test survey, to see how stressed
we actually are. After we took this survey we then discussed how we can use this stress relievers.
In URI 101 we talked about how to avoid getting over stressed, such not studying too long in a row and
to take breaks when it starts to get rough, or asking for help.
See Evidence 4
Outcome Target class Additional Experiences Descriptive notes regarding learning and practice
19. Student will show knowledge of the
“Authority and Bureaucracy” theory of
leadership Weber
20. Student will describe personal application
of the above theory (Weber)
21. Student will show knowledge of the
“Scientific Management” theory of
leadership by Taylor
22. Student will describe personal application
of the above theory (Taylor)
23. Student will show knowledge of the
“Management by Objectives” theory of
leadership by Drucker
24. Student will describe personal application
of the above theory (Drucker)
25. Student will show knowledge of “Theory HDF 412 Kiddie Academy In HDF 412 we reviewed what Theory X and Y are. McGregor made these two models to describe the
X and Theory Y” theory of leadership by way that people work. For the most part there are two different type of people. People who are theory
MacGregor X are unmotivated, hate their work and tend to use an authoritarian form of management. Theory Y
people are people that take pride in their work they participate in what needs to be done. There is no
need for control and punishment tactics because motivation comes from the job. I am personally a
theory Y person for most things ad just get the motivation from doing things. I have experience working
with people who are theory X people at Kiddie Academy. These are the people that come to work
every day complaining that they have to be there, and try to find any way to leave early or not show up.
It makes for a hard time working with them because others tend to have to fill in for the work they are
slacking on.
Accel-Team. (2010). Human relations contributors: Douglas McGregor. Retrieved http://www.accel-
team.com/human_relations/hrels_03_mcgregor.html
See Evidence 36
26. Student will describe personal application HDF 412 URI Service corps In HDF 412 we reviewed that Theory X people tend to be unmotivated and hate what they are doing,
of the above theory (MacGregor) while Theory Y people take pride in what they are doing. In URI Service corps I have known trip
leaders who were both types of people. One of my leaders on my second alternative spring break trip
was a theory X. It was super annoying, because he would be complaining about the service sites we
were going to, and rushing through activities. Although he was good at getting plans made and calling
sites, even if he claim to not like them. It made me as a participant not want to be around him and
hesitant to try things. Luckily this year my co-leaders and I all seem to be theory Y people right now.
WE are extremely motivated by the excitement of the trip, and we never have to remind each other to
do something, it just all gets done. We are also almost always on the same page, and have creative
ways to solve the problems that arise.
Accel-Team. (2010). Human relations contributors: Douglas McGregor. Retrieved http://www.accel-
team.com/human_relations/hrels_03_mcgregor.html
See Evidence 37
27. Student will show knowledge of the HDF 190 Best Buddies In HDF 190 we learned what a servant leader was. According to Robert Greenleaf a servant leader is
“Servant Leadership” theory of leadership a person that is first a servant and is a servant by choice. In class we had a power point that had
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by Greenleaf taught us about this model. It started off with Robert Greenleaf’s definition then went on to discussing
the ten characteristics that correspond with the servant leadership theory. This are the characteristics;
Listening, meaning the other person is felt like they are being heard. Empathy is having the ability to
see where others are coming from. Healing is being able to make one whole. Awareness of what is
going on in whatever situation you are dealing with. Persuasion is when the leader is able to convince
others that what they are doing the right. Conceptualization meaning, they good look at problems ad
find different ways to “fix” them. Foresight is having the ability to use knowledge of the present and
past to benefit the future. Stewardship according to Peter Block is holding something in trust for
another. The final two characteristics are Commitment to the growth of people and building a
community.
In Best Buddies, an organization that connects adults with disabilities and college students, we are
servant leaders because naturally we all want the community with disabilities to feel accepted in the
world. We use empathy to understand where each person with a disability is coming from in order to
give them what they need. We also are committed to the growth of each buddy and the whole
community of people with disabilities to improve.
What Is Servant Leadership?
https://www.greenleaf.org/what-is-servant-leadership/
See Evidence 7
28. Student will describe personal application HDF 190 ASB, APO, HDF 413, SOLC, In HDF 190 we had a student panel come in and tell how they are each servant
of the above theory (Greenleaf) Working at the CDC leaders. Each of them had a different example of how they serve, but it was shown
how each of them had a natural desire to serve and therefore they have benefited
the people around them, which is Robert Greenleaf’s definition of a servant leader. I
believe I have been a servant leader in the organizations I am part of. For Alpha Phi
Omega (APO), a national service fraternity, we do different service projects, most
weekends. This year I was on service committee so I was able to try to serve in
areas I thought were necessary. Some of the service trips this year were the Habitat
for humanity Restore, campus clean up, and a hike path clean up. I also have the
opportunity to go on an Alternative Spring Break (ASB) trip this year. We went to
Louisiana to serve the areas of the state that were affected by the recent floods. We
were able to serve families personally and also the public areas that were affected.
We planted trees because many of them were destroyed from the floods. One of
most memorable service opportunities I was given on this trip was while we were
serving this family of twelve get their house ready to paint. As we were working the
family came by and there was a seven-year-old boy that was very shy and scared
that we were all there. I saw this in his face and explained everything we were doing
to him and by the end of the day he wasn’t shy anymore and wanted to be a part of
everything.
In HDF 413 we practiced servant leadership. I had a desire to take the class and
therefor wanted to be of service to others. In SOLC we are servant leaders by
assisting organizations in reaching their goals. We dedicate our time by choice to be
there for other organizations, thinking of the best plan to have these organizations
grow. We contact them to get a good understanding of where they stand, to know
what task we can give them
Other experience I had with servant leadership is working at the Child development
center. I work there by choice and love to watch the children grow each day.
Each service experience I do, I do because I have a strong desire to do. From doing littler things for
people to building houses I just really love doing service work. I honestly never feel as whole and
connected to something as I do, than when I am doing service.
What Is Servant Leadership?
https://www.greenleaf.org/what-is-servant-leadership/
See Evidence 8
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29. Student will show knowledge of the
“Principle Centered Leadership” theory
by Covey
30. Student will describe personal application
of the above theory (Covey)
31. Student will show knowledge of the “14
Points / TQM” theory of leadership by
Deming
32. Student will describe personal application
of the above theory (Deming)
33. Student will show knowledge of the HDF 412 ASB Local 2019 In HDF 412 we reviewed the Transformational Leadership theory. This is when a person is driven to do
“Visionary Leadership” (now often cited something based on a vision that they have. They then use their values and resources around them to
as “Transformational Leadership”) theory make that vision possible. Their commit to this vision is so strong that it leads others to have the same
by Sashkin desire to complete it. Leaders that practice this theory are influential, inspire motivation, they promote
intellectual stimulation, and treat people as individuals. Leaders and members work together to
complete the final product that they all feel comfortable with.
During my alternative spring break trip in 2019, while being a leader for the Rhode Island local trip,
many people did not want to attend this trip. They saw it as just staying in the state and not getting the
same experience as other trips. I saw that as a need to change the view of in state service trips. My
co-leader and I decided to make the theme of our trip what makes Rhode Island Rhode Island and
focus on all the amazing things there are all over the state. We became very passionate about this trip
and assuring we got a full feel for the entire state. Once we had our participants we wanted them to be
just as excited. We opened the floor to them for suggestions of organizations to serve, and had open
communication with them throughout the whole process and aspects of our trip. As time went by it was
visibility noticeable how the excitement and motivation for staying on an instate service trip incased for
each person. It even stayed as positive after the trip when informing people about what we did. I can
see now that the motivation and dedication we all had is slowly changing the view that URI service
corps as a whole has on in state trips.
Sashkin, M., & Sashkin, M. (2003). Leadership that matters: The critical factors for making a difference
in people’s lives and organization’s success. San Francisco: Berrett-Koehler.
See Evidence 64
34. Student will describe personal application HDF 412 ASB Denver As Reviewed in HDF 412 the Transformational leadership theory is when leaders can use their own
of the above theory (Sashkin) power and influence to accomplish goals that benefit a group. It is done with inspiration and vison in
mind.
During my alternative spring break trip in Denver I would say that I had practice with transformational
leadership. One of my goals for the trip was to spread the idea of inclusivity of overlooked populations
to our group of participants. From the beginning of the school year I was dedicated to this. Prior to
having our full group of participants I did my research to know what this met to me. I also met with my
co-leaders to broaden my knowledge and assure we all had the same goal. Once we had our team of
participants, we assured they each felt heard from our first meeting. To keep up with my goal I used
inclusive language from the beginning, not saying guys, using people first language, and finding out
the right way to pronounce everyone’s names. I felt as though I created a welcoming environment at
each of our pre-trip in meetings that set the space for having tough conversations. I was always open
to ideas from my co-leaders and participants. If they had a population they wanted to work with we
tried our hardest to make it work. Once on the trip I encouraged each an everyone on the trip to get out
of their comfort zone, and gave them praise when they did. By starting conversations with community
members I feel as though this gave participants the desire to do the same. Lastly by being vulnerable
in in reflections and bringing up this topics, tt demonstrated to others that it was a safe place and a
place for growth. We talked about all the populations that we worked with, and about the struggles they
go through. Within in post meetings we came up with ideas on how to continue keeping all these
During my alternative spring break (ASB) trip to Louisiana, we needed consciousness of self to know
where we stood in how to serve the victims of the floods. Commitment was all of us knowing that we
were there to serve the people of Louisiana and help each other reach our goal. There was
collaboration with each activity we did, for example when we gutted out a house and yard the first day
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we collaborated so each person would have a job and we all agreed with what was going on. The
common purpose between all of us was to be there for each other and to serve the community. The
controversy with civility came out whenever we had conflicts. For example, one day we had to build
shelves with no directions and everyone had a different idea of how to do it, so we listen to each
other’s ideas and went along with the one that made the most sense, but in the middle of doing it that
way we had to switch to another way in order for the job to get done. Community came out because of
the way we were all working together all week and seeking advice for each other. Also one of the days
when we had some free time and had the family that we were serving with and their neighbors all
come together to play games.
Social Change Model of Leadership Development
http://goforward.harpercollege.edu/services/involvement/leadership/model.php
See Evidence 14
49. Students will demonstrate knowledge of
the “Leadership Identity Development
Model” by Komives et al
50. Students will describe personal
application of the above theory. (Komives
et al)
51. Students will demonstrate knowledge of HDF 412 ASB In HDF 412 we reviewed what the Strengths development model is. It is when there is a combination
the Strengths-Development Model by of self-awareness others-awareness, self-management, and collaborative engagement. Self-
Hulme et al awareness is knowing what you need to function in a team. Others-awareness is how you view other
people and what you think they are like based on their actions. Self-management is being able to work
on a team and at times putting your wants behind someone else’s. It is also being able to identify what
skills you need to complete the task. Lastly collaborative engagement is working with other people and
allowing each other’s’ strengths to come out to make the task the best it can be. In leading an
alternative spring break trip we have a team of four leaders this year. I am very adaptable and believe
everything will work out and one other leader is like that too. However the other two leaders like
structure and schedules to know what needs to be done and who is going to do it. I realized the I won’t
be able to do all this planning my way, so we compromised, but having weekly meetings and check
ins. For them the leaders that like schedules make them and they are two that keeps us on track for
the meeting. They write out updates they want to know, even if they were not the ones responsible for
it, just in case us “go with the flow” leaders forget. We have been very successful in this arrangement
thus far, and no one has gotten stress out yet, well over this system.
Henck, A., & Hulme, E. (2007). Building a team through strengths-based leadership in higher
education. The Chair Academy Jacksonville, Florida.
See Evidence 38
52. Student will describe personal application HDF 412 Working at a daycare In HDF 412 we reviewed what the Strengths development model is. It is when there is a combination
of the above theory (Hulme et al) of self-awareness others-awareness, self-management, and collaborative engagement. While working
in a daycare this is needed all the time to assure the best learning environment for the children. This
past summer I had the opportunity to be a led teacher in a toddler classroom for a week. I was in
charge of making the lesson plans and deciding how we were going to spend the day, however there
was also another teacher in the classroom with me. I was aware that I do better engaging with the
children, doing activities with them, rather than explaining. I also get bored if there isn’t a lot to do, so I
wanted to plan more stuff. I was aware the kids are the same way, they are toddlers and when they get
bored trouble starts to happen. However it was not a routine they were used to. I was also aware that
the other teacher in the classroom liked to say neat and organized, and did more of the tedious
activities, like changing diapers, getting meals ready, and other things like that. For the lesson plan
that week I wanted to do “Let’s get Messy” and just allow the kids to make a mess in a educational
way, such as painting with fruit, having jello in the sensory bin, duping out toys, having a dance party in
paint, and stopping on grapes. I decided I had to talk to the other teacher to assure she would be
Outcome Target class Additional Experiences Descriptive notes regarding learning and practice
69. Student will demonstrate how cultural HDF 413 retreat
anthropology / paradigms relate to
leadership
70. Student will describe personal example of
using cultural anthropology / paradigms as
a leader
71. Student will demonstrate knowledge of the
“Cycles of Socialization” (Harro) theory
and its uses in leadership
72. Students will demonstrate personal
application of the “Cycles of Socialization”
(Harro)
73. Student will demonstrate knowledge of the
“Cycles of Liberation” (Harro) theory and
its uses in leadership
74. Student will demonstrate personal
application of the “Cycles of Liberation”
(Harro)
75. Student will demonstrate knowledge of the
“Configuration of Power” (Franklin) and its
relationship to leadership
76. Student will demonstrate personal
application of the “Configuration of Power”
(Franklin)
77. Student will demonstrate knowledge of
racial identity development (Cross &
Fhagen-Smith; Rowe, Bennett & Atkinson;
Ferdman & Gallegos; Kim; Horse; Renn
etc.)
78. Student will demonstrate personal
application of model(s) of racial identity
development above
79. Student will demonstrate knowledge of HDF 412 ASB LA In HDF 412 we read about Gender Identity development and also reviewed it in class. One gender
models related to gender / identity / identity model that sticks out to me is Lev’s Binary system vs his continuum. The system is based on
gender identity development (Lev; the fact that everything aligns and only goes in one line. While the continuum proves that “in any
Bussey; Bussey & Bandura; Bilodeau; category people can change their behavior presentation or identity and none of these categories
Gilligan; Belenky et al; etc.) represents an immutable entity” (Lev, 2004, p.96). I like this because it breaks the norm, it proves that
any gender can do want they want without it being assumed they are not straight. One example I have
with the binary system was on my first alternative spring break trip in Louisiana. WE were serving Brec
tree farm, and they didn’t something to be done that involved heavy lifting. The volunteer coordinator
asked if any of the guys were available, and at the time we had more girls available. That person did
not want the girls to do the heavy lifting because “it was a job for a man”. Then the girls on out trip
believed the continuum and that gender, didn’t determine strength, so when he walked away to go find
someone else, the girls went to carried the item where it needed to go.
See Evidence 43
83. Students will demonstrate knowledge of
McIntosh’s theory of privilege and its
relationship to leadership
84. Student will demonstrate personal
application of McIntosh’s theory
85. Student will describe the differences and
similarities of individual and institutional
oppression and relationships to leadership
(Source = Three Dimensional Matrix of
Oppression)
86 Student will demonstrate knowledge of
relevant laws and policies related to
issues of equity and its relationship to
leadership (i.e., Title IX, Affirmative
Action, Protected Classes, etc.)
87. Student will show knowledge of effective HDF 190 M.O.P. In HDF 190 we learned that a change agent was someone who has an understanding, motivation, and
leadership as it relates to change agency skills to create a change. In the course packet there is a group that describes what a change agent
should understand, what they should have, and what they can demonstrate. For example, a change
agent understands strategies for overcoming resistance, they have a positive perception on change
and they can demonstrate the ability to influence systems. I felt like a change agent while participating
in the Multicultural overnight program (M.O.P.). For the M.O.P. URI invited high school seniors who
defined themselves as diverse to come spend the day and night at URI. As a college student I was
able to do a speed dating activity and other activities that got the seniors excited for college. There
were times that the seniors didn’t want to participate in the activity, but we were able to change their
minds by trying new ways. For example, some students didn’t want to talk during the speed dating
because they were shy or nervous about college. But instead of having those people ask me questions
I told them a little about myself and asked them about their interest and related it to something we had
at URI. Throughout the entire day myself and the other college students kept a positive attitude
towards being with the seniors and also about URI to the point we were able to demonstrate how much
we all loved URI. Then the next morning at welcome Day a bunch of those seniors committed to URI,
See Evidence 16
89 Student will demonstrate knowledge of the HDF 413 HDF 203/working at the CDC In HDF 413 we learned about the Model of Intercultural Sensitivity. The textbook
“Model of Intercultural Sensitivity” by states Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity is made up of six stages that
Bennett and its uses in leadership describe having contact of people that are different from them. Stage one is denial
of difference, stage two is defense against difference, stage three is minimization of
difference, stage four is acceptance of difference, stage five is adaptation to
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difference, and stage six is integration of difference. (Komives, 2013, p.203-204). In
class we did an activity where we each had to describe ourselves. We used I am
statements then shared them in small groups. We also did an activity where we
identified how different topics relate to our lives. I feel that by doing this we were
able to understand the differences in our class. This activity helped highlight these
differences to me.
One point in my life where I really notice the stages that I am at is at my work at the
Child Development Center (CDC). Each child has such a unique personality and are
very different from each other. By being at the CDC for a semester I feel that I have
been through each stage of Intercultural Sensitivity. Stage one and two were brief
and in the start of the school year for the kids. This was when each of the kids were
acting out but we just believed it was because of it being a new school year and that
the kids were just not used to the setting yet. Stage three of minimization happened
a few weeks later when we realized that those kids were not just acting out, but we
wanted the behaviors to stop. Stage four happened when the teachers decided to
take on the task of discovering ways to help these children develop. Stage five
started a few weeks ago at the CDC, the classrooms were rearranged in way that
benefits each kid, and changes were made to the schedule. Once the teachers and
kids got in the habit of doing these changes they moved into stage six of integration
because now all of the kids and teachers are working together in the same way.
Although this example did not focus on culture only I feel that his is a great vision of
the intercultural sensitivity model.
See Evidence 25
90. Students will demonstrate personal HDF 413 SOLC, URI Service corps In HDF 413 we discovered that Intercultural Sensitivity is understanding, accepting,
application of the “Model of Intercultural and adapting to the differences in a group, or the world in general. This model is
Sensitivity” by Bennett broken down into six stages, denial, defense, minimization, acceptance, adaptation,
and integration, I personally believe I stand at stage four, acceptance of difference. I
am aware of cultural differences, and accept that all people and/or cultures have
their own values and beliefs but they can still be successful together. I feel that I am
not farther than this stage because even though I am aware of the cultural
differences I do not know much about them. I am not yet able to understand how
different cultures may view different situations. I am only in total understanding of
my own beliefs and values. I believe that some of the organizations I am in help me
move to higher stages.
In SOLC we talk about being aware of difference often, just so that it comes as
second nature to us. We talk about ways we can alter activities during retreat. We
also assure that we are always talking in an inclusive manor, this is because
language is one of the first barriers you can set, so allowing people to feel
comfortable from the start will allow for stronger relations.
Through URI service corps I have seen many different cultures rather it has been
people that we are serving or the students that are part of the service trips. When I
first saw these cultures I would try to just ignore the culture and just talk about other
things. After a while I realized how culture makes each person so unique. I now love
learning about each culture. Each trip I take or person I talk to I learn more about
different cultures, however I am not in total understanding of all these beliefs. In our
weekly meetings for trip leaders for alternative spring break we discuss different
ways we can accommodate different cultures. One way we are starting to do this is
to find different places to stay on the ASB trips. In years past we have always
stayed in churches, but it came to our attention how some people may not feel
comfortable in a church. Not all the trips are at this point, but it is a question we
have asked all of our participants.
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See Evidence 26
91. Student will demonstrate knowledge of the HDF 412 Best buddies In HDF 412 we were taught about the Action Continuum, a measure of one’s development in change
ally Action Continuum by Griffin & Harro regarding a certain social group. One side of it would be the supporting oppression side and the other
would be the confronting oppression side. From supporting to confronting it goes actively participating,
denying and ignoring, recognizing and not acting, recognizing and acting, educating self, educating
others, supporting and encouraging, and finally initiating and preventing. Actively participating would
make engaging in discriminating conversations or topics. Denying and ignoring would be hearing those
discriminating comments and not doing anything about it, just act like it didn’t happen. Recognizing
and not acting is when you acknowledge it was bad what was said, but still not trying to stop it. Then
comes recognizing and acting, so something is said or done to the people who were being
discriminating. Educating self is when you learn about the different identities, or issues that may be at
hand, after educate yourself you are able to share that information to educate others. Supporting and
encouraging is to be able to be there for the population being discriminated against and encourage
people to support them as well. Finally initiating and preventing is to engage in activities that will
prevent the discrimination. I would say within my time at Best Buddies I completed the whole action
Continuum in a year. It became evident with using the R word. I heard people saying it on campus, but
just ignored it. Then I got to the spot where I was annoyed by hearing it that eventually led me to
saying something about it. Then within Best Buddies meeting we would have conversations about the
R word and why it was hurtful. I then used that knowledge to the friends who had previously used that
word around me. I feel as though I was supporting and engaging by signing the pledge to not use the
word. Then I was initiating and preventing by working at the Spread the word to end the word booth
and getting others to sign it as well.
Griffin, P. & Harro, B. (1997). Action continuum. In M. Adams, L. A. Bell, & P. Griffin (Eds.), Teaching
for diversity and social justice: A sourcebook (p. 109). New York: Routledge.
See Evidence 44
92 Student will demonstrate personal HDF 412 Time with family, ASB In HDF 412 we learned that the Action Continuum is measure to see where one is in making change
application of the Action Continuum by regarding a social group. In regards to socio-economic status, specifically looking at people without
Griffin & Harro homes, I feel that I am in between recognizing and action and educating self. I realize it is an issue and
want to do something about it, but am not entirely sure how. I donate jackets and blankets to shelters
and if I have spare change I will give it to people on the streets, but that is it. I realized I was in
between these spots when I was with my mom picking up my sister from Newark airport at midnight.
My sister was complaining about a homeless person being annoying and sitting in the recharge
station, that is open to anyone. My mom then said something else negative about the situation. It was
when the temperature was dropping really fast. I was really annoyed by them talking like this, but did
not know how to confront them. I started by telling them it probably was not those people’s choice, but
they kept having this conversation. Then by me just being completely aggravated with them saying
“this people are annoying”, while they were also talking about how cold it was, I said “well a handful of
them will probably die tonight in the freezing temperature”. They were shocked at my response, and
said that was said and they didn’t want to think about that. I realize that was the wrong way to handle
the situation because I just stopped the conversation, and did not make it a learning conversation.
I feel that if I am able to educate myself more on reasons people are currently without a home, and
learn of resources I will be able to handle these conversations better. I am attending the senior service
retreat in January, that I am sure will open my eyes more on this topic. My ASB trip also has a focus
on housing issues, so by researching the issues there I will be more informed. I also was to educate
myself on how to have these conversations with people and not just shut them out. I feel that on both
the senior retreat and ASB, I will have the practice doing this in a safe place and also where I can get
feedback on things to say. My hope is that my emerging myself in these safe settings, I will not get as
aggravated when I hear uneducated people talking. I will learn how to use those moments as a time to
calmly educate them on the issue.
Griffin, P. & Harro, B. (1997). Action continuum. In M. Adams, L. A. Bell, & P. Griffin (Eds.), Teaching
for diversity and social justice: A sourcebook (p. 109). New York: Routledge
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See Evidence 45
93. Student will show knowledge of the HDF 412 URI Service Corps In HDF 412 we learned about Jackson’s Multicultural Organization Development Model. It first starts
Multicultural Organizational Development off with a continuum, begins with Mon-cultural multicultural and leads to non-discriminating
Model (Jackson) multicultural. In the model below that it is broken into six section an organization goes through to
become non-discriminating multicultural. The first is exclusionary, meaning there is no diversity at all
and all the people are the same. Next is club and this is when people from different backgrounds can
come but are not accepted. Then come compliance, where these people are beginning to be expected
in the organization. Affirmation is where these individuals are fully accepted into the organization, but
he values and mission of the organization are the same as it was in the beginning. The next section is
redefining, this is when the values, mission, and any bylaws are changed to prove that the organization
is inclusive of different cultures. The final section is multicultural. To fulfil this step the organization
needs to actively be accepting, inclusive, and following the mission they have made to include this. I
have had experience with improving an organization in this model with URI Service corps. We are
always saying we want to be more diverse, but previous alternative spring break trips have been
mostly comprise of similar looking people. We have changed application questions on demographics
to be more inclusive, and try to use the best word choice when advertising our trips. This year instead
of just saying we wanted to be more inclusive, we reached out and recruited at organizations that had
diverse backgrounds, especially ones that we thought had similar values to ours. I would say we are
trying to be non-discriminating, but I am not sure if that is what it looks like from an outsider, just
looking at our organization. But it is something we are all aware about, especially in the decision
making process.
Jackson, B. W. (2005). The theory and practice of multicultural organizational development in
education. In M. L. Ouellett (Ed.), Teaching inclusively: Resources for course, department
& institutional change in higher education (pp. 3-20). Stillwater, OK: New Forums.
See Evidence 46
94. Student will show personal application of HDF 412 URI Service Corps, DPHIE After learning about Jackson’s Multicultural organization Development model in HDF 412, I reflected
the Multicultural Organizational on some of the organizations I am in to see where they are in this model. I feel that URI Service corps
Development Model (Jackson) is on the right track, however my sorority DPHIE claims to be, but I think we can do better. I was a
founding member of this chapter and helped write the bylaws. I know that in them we want to be
accepting and welcoming of all backgrounds and encourage diversity. That is not what seems to be
done in actual life though. I feel as though we are only in the compliance phase, with having a few girls
who identify as multicultural, or a different culture then the majority of us. We are moving into the
affirmative phase, by having more knowledge of how to do this. We even have a diversity chair to help
us connect to different organizations on campus, and assure we are following this part of our bylaws.
Now that our leadership just changed, they are in the process of redefining the roles of this chair, and
how to strive to be more multicultural, especially during recruitment times, but then retaining that desire
all year long.
Jackson, B. W. (2005). The theory and practice of multicultural organizational development in
education. In M. L. Ouellett (Ed.), Teaching inclusively: Resources for course, department
& institutional change in higher education (pp. 3-20). Stillwater, OK: New Forums.
See Evidence 47
95. Student will show knowledge of the HDF 412 My sorority In HDF 412 we learned about the Multicultural change Matrix. This is a diagram for how people,
Multicultural Change Intervention Matrix organizations and institutions can put change into action, in hopes to better themselves. It is broken
(Pope) down into three different categories that need to go through two orders of changes. The categories are
individual, group, and institutional. Then each of those gets broken down into a first-order change and
a second-order change. For an individual the first order change is awareness, acknowledging the need
for change and reasoning. The second order change a paradigm shift, which is doing something about
the awareness you now have. For groups the first order change is membership, allowing more diverse
people into your organization. Then the second-order change is restructuring, in hopes to maintain the
membership and truly be a multicultural organization in your values. For Institutions the first order
change is programmatic. Therefore a change is made, but not implanted, or not used everywhere. The
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second order change is systemic, meaning putting the changes into place in all departments and
assuring everyone is on the same page. My sorority is currently using the Multicultural change
intervention Matrix. I feel that we have completed the first order change of membership. All of us are
welcoming of people of diverse backgrounds, and we have a handful of girls who are. However we
were just talking about spring recruitment and how we want to be more diverse, but in order to do that
we need to restructure the way we do things. Some ideas we came up with is attending the
multicultural organization’s events that are held on campus to show that we support who these people
are, and we don’t just want them in our sorority for the “diverse look”. We want them because of there
values and their unique self, as we would want any sister.
Pope, R. L. (1993). Multicultural organization development in student affairs: An introduction. Journal
of College Student Development, 34, 201-205.
See Evidence 48
96. Student will show personal application of HDF 412 Safe zone After learning about the Multicultural change intervention Matrix in HDF 412 I feel like I have to do
the Multicultural Change Intervention more in my own personal life. I have always been aware of different cultural and backgrounds and
Matrix accepted them, but haven’t gone beyond that. One example of a different identity I realized I am not
actually promoting acceptance with is the LGTBQ+ community. I have always thought o be accepting, I
even was Safe Zone certified, but I haven’t done anything with that. I never advertise to people that I
am safe zone certified, and never really pay attention to the issues that this community faces, even
though I have friends who identify with it, I thought that was enough. For my paradigm shift, I realized I
need to be educated on this community, and want to learn ways I can actively be accepting, not just
mentally. Therefore after talking with my fellow leaders for URI service corps, we decided to make this
a part of our alterntive spring break trip. Denver Colorado, has what seems to be an actively accepting
community for the LGBTQ+ community. I want to understand the resources they and why people of
this community seem to feel safe there. Then try to bring that information back to other areas.
Pope, R. L. (1993). Multicultural organization development in student affairs: An introduction. Journal
of College Student Development, 34, 201-205.
See Evidence 49
97. Student will create a personal code of HDF 412 ASB Denver, VESA, Casa de After taking HDF 412 I realized that Inclusivity was way more than just including or excluding people. I
inclusive leadership espereaza really resonated with all of the identities that we discussed in this class, and while I always knew they
were a thing my perspective changed on all these unique identities and my curiosity for them
increased. Therefore I believe in order to be an inclusive leader you need to have an understanding of
your own identities, before you are actually able to appreciate others’ identities. Then I believe that it is
important to understand and accept other people’s identities. For me I see this as learning about the
person’s and or communities identity gaining an appreciation of where they are coming from. After that
I find experiencing that identity by asking questions, doing more research, or actively engaging is the
best ways for me to be fully aware of my knowledge on that identity. Lastly I want to share the lessons
I learned from my experience and educate others on all the unique identities that there are. When
being involved in inclusivity it is important to still stay true to yourself and your credibility.
My volunteer experiences have really helped shape this code of inclusive leadership. By going to
Ecuador for two weeks I was able to emerge myself in the culture of Misualli and other small villages.
In the beginning of the trip I feel I was not getting the best experience, but then once I started talking to
locals and explaining my minimal knowledge of Spanish I made a connection with them. From then on
they all encouraged me to speak Spanish to the best of my ability, and they would help me. When
meeting someone knew I would always say I only speak a little Spanish, to stay true to myself and not
mis lead them. This trip taught me the importance of knowing my own skills and being comfortable with
them in order to gain the most I can.
While traveling to Mexico I was now comfortable explaining my Spanish speaking abilities and went on
a shopping trip with a family we were serving. We went to Walmart and I was thinking about what I
would get to fill a new home, so tried mentioning those things to the mother. After seeing the confusion
on her face, I thought it was because my Spanish was bad, but it was the culture of the area we were
in. I realized I was forgetting to ask about her identity and learn more about her culture. I then decided
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to stop suggesting and start asking about her life. I feel as though those conversations made the two of
us closer. It also let me know about the cooking and food storing culture of Rosarita Mexico.
The experience that really made me finalize my code of inclusive leadership was my alternative spring
break trip to Denver. I was extremely nervous to have inclusivity as a theme because that met, I would
have to teach participants about inclusivity. I thought that because of my own identities that would be
extremely hard, and I would not have the credibility to do so. When bringing this concern up to my co
leaders, they were extremely supportive and we aggreged to have an open communication about it. If I
had questions on an identity I should ask, and if I knew information about one I should share. We
encouraged this communication throughout our whole trip and brought our participants into it. That is
when I realized that experiencing an identity can have many different forms, but what really is
important from that experience is what you learn. Conversations is just another way to experience it,
and those conversations can create many lessons. The way to educate others about inclusivity is to
just share the lessons you learn, rather it be from conversations, or formal presentations, the point still
gets across. Therefore my code of inclusive leadership is to understand your own identities, to be able
to fully understand other identities, then experience other identities and share what you learn to
appreciate all the amazing people and cultures there are in the world.
See Evidence 67
See Evidence 18
111 Student will demonstrate knowledge of
functions of group communication by
. Hirokawa
112 Student will describe personal application of
functions of group communication
. (Hirokawa)
113 Student will show knowledge of techniques CSV 302 Internship In CSV 302 we discussed the importance of giving feedback especially during interviews and when
regarding giving and accepting of feedback dealing with conflict between your team. There were also many discussions on receiving constructive
. criticism to improve your own leadership development. This are important crucial conversations because it
has to do with the success of your trip, but emotions are high, and the relationship needs to stay intact.
One way to give feedback is the sandwiching method. This is when you start with a positive, then state
the negative, and end with a positive. This allows the person to get the constructive criticism, while also
being uplifted by their good qualities. It could be very hard to hear just negative information and make you
forget your worth, this method avoids that. When knowing I am about to receive feedback I mentally need
to prepare myself. This is normally just done by taking deep breaths and reminding myself the information
is coming from a good place and is to improve myself.
Over my internship I would meet with my supervisor and accept feedback every so often. Most times it
was positive stuff and simple fixes, however I think the most impactful feedback was when I could tell
there was an issue on my supervisor’s face when she said we needed to talk. That was probably the most
anxiety driven walk to her office. I wanted my full attention to be on her and not show my anxiety. I took
deep breaths, and mentally told myself that I have a good relationship with this person and she just wants
me to succeed. The issue ended up not being a big deal in her eyes, but she held to tell me any ways, so
that made me feel better. It had to do with the way I was asking the some of the senior high kids to do
tasks, was a bit to aggressive. She also told me that they just hate doing anything, so just to let her be in
charge of directing them on what to do. I took that information to heart because even though she was not
mad at me for the way I handled the situation, it changed my perspective. The youth in the group I was
dealing with is completely different than I was at their age and are more sensitive to doing things. This is
going to be helpful information to remember in working with different age groups in the future. I need to
get a sense on reactions to fully understand a group of people I am working with.
See Evidence 70
114 Student will describe examples of giving and CSV 302 ASB All the conversations we had in CSV 302 about giving and accepting feedback were really beneficial on
accepting feedback. spring break trips and in other situations in life. We talked about making sure that the person knows that
. the feedback is coming from a good place, it isn’t all negative, and to try to stay calm when giving it.
One thing that was extremely hard for me to give feedback on was interviews. When people would ask me
why we did not choose them for our trip, that was the hardest answer to give. I wanted them to still feel
comfortable in their interviewing skills so I had to answer them. Most of the time it was because I knew the
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person and was not able to decide because of bias, so I would say your answers were great, but we were
looking for this or that, and honestly I had no say because I know you. I feel like those answers helped
some of the people feel comfort in our choice. Another time I had to give feedback to people was when
they were not showing up to our meetings. This was also hard to do because my emotions were so high
of confusion of how they can’t complete this “simple” tasks. I reached out to these individuals and asked
to meet with them. I then would tell them how we love their motivation and drive to serve that was shown
during interviews, but you are failing to show up to these meetings that are a big part of our trip. Then I
would reach out to them before the meetings to remind them about the meetings. It seemed to work well
because they continued to show up to meetings. Giving feedback to my team was always an interesting
time because I would try to find a time that we were not extremely stressed, but that was slim. These are
all examples of me giving negative feedback, however I often give people positive feedback. It comes
naturally to me. I have been told that sometimes I give too much, but I think that is just the preschool
teacher in me wanting everyone to feel appreciated.
When receiving feedback from my co-leaders or participants I would always get nervous. I would have to
mentally prepare myself for everything. I knew that my co-leaders were coming from a place of love and
they would also do the sandwiching method to make it not as bad. It was also extremely helpful to have
them around because they would help me improve my skills in giving feedback. Also when receiving
positive feedback I just get so happy and shocked at it every time. So it is important to remember the
positives people do and tell them about that, along with the negatives.
See Evidence 71
115 Student will show knowledge of the 7D
coaching model (Knott)
.
116 Student will demonstrate personal
application of the 7D Model (Knott)
.
117 Student will show knowledge of elements of HDF 412 HDF 450 In HDF 412 we read the book Crucial conversations: Tools for Talking when stakes are high we also had
a Crucial Conversation and steps to maintain discussions based on the book. We learned that in order for a conversation to be crucial, steaks have to
. dialogue and move to action (Patterson, be high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong. The book gave us different tips on addressing these
McMillian & Switzler) conversations, but the first step is knowing yourself. You need to know how you react in situations. I know
I tend to escape from conflict and it is something I have to be mindful of. During the conversation the
CRIB method is helpful to get to a mutual purpose. Commit to seek mutual purpose, recognize the
purpose behind the strategy, invent mutual purpose, and brainstorm new strategies to get there, This is
helpful because it keeps the focus on ensuring you both leave the conversation comfortable. During these
conversations it is also important to STATE your path. Share your facts and tell your story, because that is
all you know for sure. Then ask for the other story. This could be done by talking tentatively, and be
encouraging of the other person talking. One final acronym I like from Crucial Conversations is AMPP.
That stands for ask to get things rolling, mirror to confirm feelings, paraphrase to acknowledge the story,
and prime when you are getting now where. I feel like CRIB, STATE, and AMPP help me remember how
to engage in crucial conversations. In HDF 450, Introduction to counselling I had the opportunity to use all
these skills, in more relaxed settings so I feel that I can be more confident when crucial conversations
occur.
Patterson, K., Grenny, J., McMillian, R. & Switzler, A. (2002). Crucial conversations: Tools for talking
when stakes are high. New York: McGraw-Hill.
See Evidence 56
118 Student will describe examples of engaging HDF 412 Talking with supervisor In HDF 412 we chose a conversation that we need to have that would be considered crucial. We then
in a Crucial Conversation planned out how to have this conservation. I then had the chance to have that conversation when I went
. hope one weekend. Out of this conversation for me I wanted to express how I felt and my thoughts and
values be expressed. For the person I was talking to I wanted it her to explain her reasoning for some of
the things she said. For our relationship I wanted it to still be there and maybe even grow stronger from
this, I knew I did not want to lose them. One thing I said before this conversation is “I would like to talk to
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you about this incident and how it made me feel because I feel as though it changed our relationship”. It
caused me a lot of anxiety to even just say that but I was glad I did. It expected it to be a long
conversation, with a lot of pauses because of me wanting to shy away and be silent, but it was not that
bad. I feel like I used the AMPP skill in conversation. I assured it was alright to have this conversation in
that time and place. Then I watched for her emotions and tried to mirror them. This was actually helpful
because she seemed stronger than me in the situation, so it made me feel stronger. I rephrased certain
things she said to assure I understood correctly, and I felt like this made her feel heard. I was able to re
word some things I thought she heard wrong. I kept my focus on my story and not how I had interpreted
her story and this allowed for me to have a clear head. My story for this conversation was that the way I
was communicated to made me feel hated by this person. When having the conversation I will just
focused on what was communicated and discovered what the intent was. At the end of the conversation,
we discovered we were basically on the same page, we just had different ways of expressing ourselves.
We both decided this was most likely due to the fact that our summer was so nonstop and exhausting.
Patterson, K., Grenny, J., McMillian, R. & Switzler, A. (2002). Crucial conversations: Tools for talking
when stakes are high. New York: McGraw-Hill.
See Evidence 57
119 Student will demonstrate knowledge of
facilitation techniques
.
120 Student will demonstrate proficiency of HDF 413 SOLC, ASB trip leader In HDF 413 we learned how to facilitate a group of people in a way that created the
facilitation techniques best outcome. We learned a lot of different ways to do this, because each person
. facilities in their own way. In the beginning of the semester we went to the SOLC fall
retreat to get better insight. During this retreat we learned better tips to facilitate. The
first one I learned in where you stand makes a big difference during an activity. It is
beneficial for facilitators to spread out with in the group, that way it feels inclusive, and
not like people are just watching you. It is also to be inclusive of all participants, without
calling them out. For example, if there is someone with a disability and you have an
idea that you think will make it easier to them, do not offer that only to that one person,
offer it to the whole group and they can decide who it will work best for. Language is
also an important factor to be thinking about because it can create a barrier between
you can the group. When facilitating you have to be adapting, therefore you need to be
paying attention to how the group is performing because it may not fall in line with the
plan you made before the retreat.
By learning this information in SOLC I have been able to use it in being an ASB trip
leader. During the interview process we had to have group activities. I had a puzzle
icebreaker activity and questions to ask after. The same instructions were given to
each group, but each group took them in a different way. The time of everything then
had to be adjusted to assure we actually knew about the participants, however we had
to assure that our wording did not make the group think they did something wrong.
See Evidence 27
121 Student will demonstrate knowledge of de-
briefing techniques
.
122 Student will demonstrate proficiency of de-
briefing techniques
.
123 Student will demonstrate knowledge of
framing based on psychology and its use in
. group facilitation
124 Student will demonstrate proficiency of
framing based on psychology and its use in
.
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group facilitation
125 Student will demonstrate knowledge the four
frames of organizations, and the meaning of
. reframing by Bolman and Deal
126 Student will describe personal application of HDF 413 URI service corps In HDF 413 we read about the four frames of organizations and breaking the frame. In
organizational analysis using the four frames terms of this application a frame is a mental model. The four frames are Structural
. of organizations, and breaking the frame / Frame, Human Resource Frame, Political Frame, and Symbolic Frame, In order to
reframing (Bolman and Deal) break these frames the reasoning of why you did something meets the circumstances
of what happened. The concept of this model to have the best organization method to
have an organization succeed. I have been in organization with different frames and
when they switch frames.
One organization that I have been in with two different frames is URI service corps. My
freshman and sophomore year URI service corps had an executive bored and then the
trip leaders, then the participants. Therefore it was in the structural frame. This way
was working for URI service corps, but it was not increases the organization, so a new
way of running the organization was made. This past year URI service corps decided
to take away the structure of roles and create even roles. Now there is no executive
board, it is just the trip leaders working together to have the best outcome for the
organization. It is now in a more human resource frame of organization.
See Evidence 28
127 Student will show knowledge of organizing CSV 302 URI Service Corps In CSV 302 to be an alternative spring break trip leader we talked about different ways to run pre trip
meetings / setting agendas / and leading meetings, the trip, post trip meeting, and interviews. The first thing that needs to been done to
. meetings successfully do this is to have good communication. For URI Service corps the communication starts with
our team members. This assures that all leaders are on the same page. We then need good
communication with our participants to assure they show up to the meeting and feel welcomed at them.
One way we stay in communication and organized with all the leaders is through Google drive. We have a
shared drive where we keep our meeting agendas, meeting presentations, and all other needed
information. We have two different agendas in our drive, one for our leader meeting, that we all put
information and updates we want to talk about. At times it can be hard to come up with what needs to be
done on the spot. In our leader meetings we create trip meeting agendas. The four of us talk out how we
want to run the meeting. We chose ice breakers, and other activities to do, and decide who is doing what.
We also decide what important information needs to be shared with our participants. We do not want to
bombard them at the meeting, so We figure out what has to be announced and what can be said in an
email. In Our leader meetings it is basically just us talking, however our trip meetings are more structured.
In class we talked about keeping a routine to meetings, because some people need that structure.
Therefore we start every meeting by saying hi, and checking in on everyone. Currently we are still in the
stage of learning people’s names so we do introductions as well. We then do a quick ice breaker. After
that we go into the logistics of the night. We tell the participants, have a PowerPoint, and send them the
information as well. As we get closer to the trip this time will be for researching and doing hands on
learning as well. We do this to allow learning for all types of learners. We typically bring it back with a
small game. Then we close the meeting out by opening the floor for questions and giving final reminders.
See evidence 58
128 Student will describe personal examples of HDF 413 ASB In HDF 413 we discussed the importance of being organized when being the lead on a
organizing meetings / setting agendas / retreat. We had the vice president of SOLC come and gave us a presentation on the
. leading meetings task a lead should do before a retreat. She showed us how the google drive was
categorized by the student organization SOLC works with. By seeing the structure of
the drive it reminded me how important it is for meetings to be planned ahead of time.
I have sense used this information to lead my alternative spring break (ASB) trip
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meetings. I learned that where we are sitting effects the tune of the meeting, so now
each of the leaders sit in between participants. I also realized how time efficient it is to
set agendas for our weekly meetings for our ASB meetings. My co-leader and I meet
thirty minutes prior to every meeting, each bringing a list of things we want to
accomplish. We then discuss the order that we will present this information to our
participants. We do this in a way that will not bore them, so that they will retain the
information.
See Evidence 29
129 Student will show knowledge of
Parliamentary Procedure
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130 Student will show knowledge of techniques
for working with difficult people
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131 Student will describe personal examples of CSV 302 ASB Denver, CDC In CVS 302 we talked a lot about self-care, and awareness especially when dealing with multiple people
using techniques to work effectively with nonstop for a week. It is important to know how you deal with stress, and when you need a break. When
. difficult people working with a team it is also essential to let members know this information. Working with difficult people
in unavoidable, so having techniques for when this occurs is helpful. Everyone has different ways of
dealing with these situations and it is helpful to understand that as well, to know why people are acting
certain ways.
While leading my alternative spring break to Denver there were many times that I felt very stressed out
that every person was a difficult person to work with. There were also times were people were just the
most the annoying people to lead or collaborate with on a work site. For example one of the volunteer
coordinators for Habitat, was totally not inclusive, which was one of the themes of our trip. When noticing
someone had an injury she told them, they could just be a “cheerleader” for the day, which got us al mad.
She also would only look to the guys for directions, and have them answer her questions. In the start of
the day we would correct her and say “no we will find a way for everyone to be involved”. We also told her
who all of the trip leaders were, with three of us females. After she would ignore the three of us, we
started to just go on with the day because she was not the actual person in charge, and then we had a
discussion about it in reflection. Another difficult encounter occurred while we were in the car and I had
nowhere to take a break to then calmly come back and talk to this person. Therefore I told them I just
needed a minute to breath and then could continue the conversation. I also would talk with my co-leaders
about if I was overreacting in certain scenarios. Most of the time I was not, but I feel like that is a good
think to check in on especially when lack of sleep is an issue. I also have a hard time telling people no, so
it was difficult for me to handle corrective behaviors. I knew this about myself prior to the trip so we set the
rule that none of us would do that alone, which helped me get better at it. I also took break with my co-
leaders every night to literally lay on the floor to distress. This helped each of us get rid of our anger and
annoyance in an appropriate manor.
At the Child Development Center one of the head teachers is a difficult person to get along with at times. I
have always heard people say this, but never had personally dealt with it until the February of this past
year, after working therefore over a year. She called me out on things in the middle of the classroom,
while parents were dropping their children off. This made me feel very unappreciated. I still took what she
said and told her I would work on it. However she just got very annoying and controlling after that. There
were times I would switch classrooms with the other assistant just to have a break. The afternoon teacher
would also help me through this process. I was able to talk out conversations with other people, without
making it seem like gossip, then was able to go back and talk with the morning teacher. It took a lot of
patience and at times I realize the best way to deal with her is to just yes her and move on. Luckily in a
preschool classroom there are always so many distractions to take my mind off the rude comments.
See Evidence 72
132 Student will show knowledge of the stages of HDF 190 MS Walk The Stages of Group development according to Tuckman are forming, storming, norming, performing, and
group development (Tuckman/Tuckman & adjourning. Forming is when the team or group meet each other. Storming is when the members start to
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Jensen, Bennis or others) communicate, but still as individuals. Norming is when the team feels like a team ns start to accept each
other’s viewpoints. Performing is the time when the team is working in a trusting atmosphere and are
flexible with each other. And finally adjourning is the end when the team assess what they did and then
leave each other. In HDF 190 we were put into small groups in the beginning of the semester. The day we
discovered who was in our group and who our peer Leader was we were in the forming phase. After the
Day of Discovering we developed into the storming stage because we were able to communicate with
each other but only as individuals. When we needed to pick a date and activity for our group project we
became in the norming stage, listening to why we should do some dates and not others. When we
actually did our group project and the presentation we were in the performing stage. On the last day of
class when our group separated from the others we were finally made it to the adjourning stage, reflecting
on our semester together and saying good-bye.
Our group project was the Multiple Sclerosis walk, that was run by with civic engagement leaders (CELs).
Our group went through the stages of group development all over again at the beginning of the day
because we were with new people. We were in the forming stage when we met for the bus at 7:30am.
Once we got on the bus we went through the storming stage, by communicating a little bit with the CELs
but we mostly were just talking to each other. When we got to the event and started doing the task that
had to be done before the walk started. At that time, we were in the norming stage, realizing that we were
able to work together to make this walk the best it can be. Once people started arriving for the walk and
we all had our jobs we were in the performing stage. We were all excited for the people walking and were
cheering them on when they came by. We even had a friendly competition between the two rest stops of
whose table was more creatively displayed. Once the walk was over our group came together with the
CELs and discussed our days and some of the issues that had occurred, but were quickly fixed. Then we
got went back to URI and left each other.
The Five Stage Model of Group Development
https://www.tutorialspoint.com/individual_and_group_behavior/five_stage_model_group_development.ht
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See Evidence 19
133 Student will describe personal examples of HDF 190 Nursing 100, HDF 413 In HDF 190 We learned Tuckman’s Stages of group development and discussed it in
group development in use relationship to high school sports teams throughout the year. The five stages of group
. (Tuckman/Tuckman & Jensen, Bennis or development are forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.
others). In Nursing 100 we were put into groups of six on the first day of class. At this time, we
were in the storming stage because we were just meeting each other and not really
communicating with each other. When we picked the topic of CPR for our teaching
project we were in the storming stage, because even though we decided on the same
topic we all had our individual way of going about the project. Once we started
rehearsing our presentation we entered the norming stage because we discovered that
we were able get on the same page and make the presentation the best it could be.
When we actually gave our presentation and taught our class about CPR we were
performing. When we were finished with our presentation we talked about what we
could have done better. We gave our presentation on the last day of class so we were
adjourning at this point.
In HDF 413 we reviewed Tuckman’s stages of group development. We had a
discussion around each stage and examples in our life that they had happened. In
relation to HDF 413 we were at the foaming stage on the first day of class, when we
were finding out who was in the class and what was expected from us. We quickly
moved on to the next stage of storming. I feel that we got there during our time at the
SOLC fall retreat and stayed there during our next in class activity of magic carpet.
When we did this activity we were still all inputting our own ideas and it took us a while
to get through it because we were not quite working as a team. After reflecting on the
way we completed magic carpet, I feel we moved on to norming. We started working
as a team, respecting and understanding each other’s viewpoints. This quickly moved
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on to performing. We all felt comfortable in the class. We were able to share
information about ourselves, and overall just get task done as a group. We were in the
adjourning stage on the last day of class, where we were helping each other with work
that was due. Then in our closing section for our class we were able to announce our
assessment of the semester and say how what we learned will benefit each of us in
the future.