Swine Flu (H1N1) Protecting Your Family, Schools and Community – November 2, 2009
(Cost: FREE - Please register per directions below as seating is limited)
Cuyahoga Community College’s Global Issues Resource Center and the Educational Service Center (ESC) of Cuyahoga County have partnered with University Hospitals of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County Board of Health to present “Swine Flu (H1N1) Protecting Your Family, Schools and Community" on November 2, 2009 from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. Learn from the experts about this flu virus and its possible impact on you and your family. Discover what your community and schools are doing to help protect you and your family in case of a pandemic.
This FREE event will be moderated by Monica Robins, Senior Health Correspondent at WKYC – Channel 3. In addition to a keynote presentation by Philip Toltzis, M.D. and panel discussion, a poster session showcasing community health resources, safety tips, and local programming will be held in the theater lobby from 5:30 – 6:00 pm. Professionals will be onsite to provide attendees with key health related information and tools.
For a complete agenda and additional information about our speakers, please click here.
Who should attend?
Parents, Grandparents, K-12 Educators, Higher Education Faculty, Health Care Practitioners, and concerned citizens.
Date & Time:
November 2, 2009 from 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Location:
Cuyahoga Community College, Eastern Campus,
Performing Arts Center Theater, Liberal Arts Building,
4250 Richmond Road, Highland Hills, Ohio 44122
Cuyahoga Community College Eastern Campus is located at the corner of Richmond and Harvard Roads, one quarter mile west of the I-271 Harvard Road exit. Click here for campus map.
FREE parking is available in Lots H1, H2 and H3 only.
To REGISTER call 216-987-3075 (reference CRN 89070 when registering)
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Certificate in Conflict Management and Peace Studies
A certificate in Conflict Management & Peace Studies is being developed and may be available fall 2010. This will be the first of its kind at an Ohio community college. The intent of this certificate is to provide a background in the core theory of conflict management and peace studies, the skills of conflict management, and provide students with an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a community setting through service learning. Once approved, we will be pursuing articulation agreements with 4-year universities.
Pictured above: Faculty from Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) and other community colleges attend the United States Institute of Peace Seminar on Developing Peace and Conflict Studies Programs.
For information on the certificate program, please contact:
Jennifer Batton, 216-987-2231 (Jennifer.Batton@tri-c.edu)
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Core Courses in Conflict Management & Peace Studies
NEW Introduction to Conflict Resolution & Peace Studies
When:
Spring 2010- Western Campus,
POL 1040 CRN 16134 (3 credits)
Mon. - Wed. 1:30 –3:05 p.m.
Note:
This course will be offered at Eastern Campus Fall Semester 2010.
Course Description:
This activity based course is an introduction to the field of conflict analysis and resolution. Students will: Examine definitions and theories of conflict, diverse views of conflict resolution; Explore contemporary studies of individual behavior and social life as they relate to conflict and its role in violent and peaceful social change. To view a copy of the course flyer, please click here.
Will these Courses Apply to Your Degree?
Yes, these courses fulfill social and behavioral sciences degree requirement needed for any degree.
How will this course benefit me?
Conflict management skills will benefit you in future employment, at home, at school and in your community work. The knowledge and skills obtained will help you in any field that involves personal interaction including:
- Law Enforcement
- Administration
- Social/ Human Services
- Human Resources
- Political Science
- Business Education
- Health Care
For information on this course, contact:
Eastern Campus, Jennifer Batton, MA - 216-987-2231 (Jennifer.Batton@tri-c.edu)
Western Campus, Dr. Susan Lohwater - 216-987-5044 (Susan.Lohwater@tri-c.edu)
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Conflict Resolution Skills (Coming in Fall 2010)
When:
To be offered on Western Campus (Fall 2010) and Eastern Campus (Spring 2011)
Course Description (POL 2040 - 3 credit hours):
This skills-based course in conflict management and resolution is designed to increase awareness, develop skills, and gain knowledge of constructive conflict management processes and approaches. Explore causes of conflict, conflict styles, and interpersonal conflict communication skills such as assertiveness and active listening. Introduce constructive conflict management approaches will be introduced including negotiation, mediation, nonviolent action and Alternative Dispute Resolution approaches.
Will this Course Apply to Your Degree?
Yes, these courses fulfill social and behavioral sciences degree requirement needed for any degree.
For information on this course, contact:
Eastern Campus, Jennifer Batton, MA - 216-987-2231 (Jennifer.Batton@tri-c.edu)
Western Campus, Dr. Susan Lohwater - 216-987-5044 (Susan.Lohwater@tri-c.edu)
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