Workshops

Fall Semester 2008

COLLEGE SURVIVAL WORKSHOPS

Workshops are offered by Counseling & Career Services to assist you in learning those skills vital to success. All workshops are free and last approximately forty-five minutes to one hour.  For more information and to register in advance for one or all of our workshops, please call 678/717-3660. 

Time Management
Thursday, August 28, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m.
Counseling & Career Services Office             Student Center

Presented by: Major Nelson

Do you often wish there were more hours in the day? More days a week? Learn to manage your time effectively and efficiently so you can get more done and have the freedom to do the things you want to do.

Study Skills
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Major Nelson

Are you struggling with your studies? Are you studying harder instead of smarter? Learn the study habits you should know for success in college and beyond.

Improving Your Concentration & Reducing Your Test Anxiety
Thursday, September 4, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Learn traditional and non-traditional ways of improving your concentration and reducing test anxiety.  We will explore ways you sabotage yourself, changing "stinking thinking", energy medicine exercises for focus and anxiety reduction, and self-hypnosis.

Biofeedback Games to Improve Relaxation
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Our new "Wellness Resource Room" comes equipped with biofeedback computer games that monitor your response to stress and your ability to concentrate through the galvanic skin response and your pulse as you take on new computer game challenges.  Come learn to relax and concentrate in deeper ways.

Grief Workshop
Thursday, September 11, 2008
1:15 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

September 11th can bring back sad memories of the tragedy of September 11th and other deaths that have been important to each of us.  Feel free to come express your grief with others who are also grieving.  We will explore ways of coping with death and grief.

Knowing Your Limits
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Do you know how much you can drink without suffering side effects you don't want later on?  We will discuss safe drinking and then let you explore how much is "safe" to drink on our computer game entitled "Alcohol 101".

Alternatives to Traditional Medication
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

For individuals with mild to moderate depression or anxiety, there are alternative means of alleviating the depression or anxiety, including homeopathic means, herbs, exercises, imagery, cognitive behavioral reframing of situations, meditation, biofeedback, acupuncture, full spectrum lighting, and others.  In this session we will explore these alternatives.

College Transferring                           Wednesday, September 24, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Edward Lai

Are you transferring to another college?  Do you know what paperwork to you need to complete?  Do you know when to start the process?  This workshop will help you with all your transferring needs.

Relaxation and Stress Management
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
12 noon  & 5 p.m.
Counseling & Career Services                 Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

In the midst of your busy life, are you finding moments to relax?  This workshop will focus on ways to stretch, think positive thoughts, allow stress to flow off your body, and become more centered.

Increase Your Happiness and Stamina with Energy Medicine
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office     Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Come learn various methods of tracing, tapping on, and holding various energy points on your body to increase energy, bring relaxation, and restore health. These exercises are taken from Donna Eden's book Energy Medicine.

Working Through Grief                         Tuesday, October 14, 2008
12 noon  & 5 p.m.
Counseling & Career Services Office        Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Whether we experience the grief of the loss of a loved one, the heartbreak of lost hopes, dreams, and expectations, or rejection by someone we loved, the loss is traumatic.  In this session, we will explore loss and grief, have opportunities of expressing our own personal loss, and explore alternative ways of working through the loss in order to move on in life.

Choosing A Major
Monday, October 20, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m.
Counseling & Career Services Office        Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Edward Lai

Still trying to decide what major to pursue in college?  This workshop looks at interest values and abilities to help you make an informed career decision.

When a Friend Is Suicidal
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m.
Counseling & Career Services Office     Student Center

Presented by: Dr. Joy Evans

When a friend is suicidal, special interventions are needed.  Confidences must usually be broken in order to get the help needed for the survival of a friend and spread a safety net.  We will discuss warning signs of suicide, resources available to bring assistance, and explore concerns of the participants in this session.

Understanding Your Dreams
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Are you interested in learning the meaning of your dreams?  Attend this workshop where you can learn several ways to work with your dreams.  Topics to be discussed include:  remembering dreams, understanding the meaning and various kinds of dreams.

Substance Abuse Resources
Thursday, October 30, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services                           Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Know someone who needs assistance with chemical dependency?  We will explore signs of chemical dependence, resources available and how to approach the topic with someone who is addicted. 

Non-Traditional Ways to Handle Stress
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office     Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Is your stress due to the upcoming holidays, your academic work, balancing home and family, or some other issue?  This session will explore non-traditional ways to handle stress.

Testing Anxiety for Compass Test
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m.
Counseling & Career Services Office      Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Joy Evans

Like it or not, your success in college is based largely on how you test.  If test anxiety is your problem, this workshop will help you by going over common problems and offering practical solutions.  Helpful relaxation techniques will also be demonstrated in this workshop. 

CAREER WORKSHOPS & JOB FAIR

Resume Writing
Monday, November 3, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office     Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Edward Lai

Participants will learn how to produce a resume that will showcase their job skills and talents to prospective employers.  Whether you are a first semester freshman or graduating, don't miss this important skill-building workshop.

Interview Skills
Thursday, November 6, 2008
12 noon & 5 p.m. 
Counseling & Career Services Office     Student Center

Presented by:  Dr. Edward Lai

One of the biggest mistakes a job candidate makes is not preparing for the job interview.  During this workshop, you will develop and practice the skills needed for a successful interview.

Spring Semester Job Fair 2009
Date:  TBA
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Student Activities Building

Sponsored by:  Counseling & Career Development

Employers will be on the GSC campus to recruit for part-time, full-time, and seasonal positions.  This is a great opportunity to discuss employment opportunities with Human Resource Mangers.  Bring copies of your resume with you and talk with these managers about your skills, employment desires, and employment now or after graduation. 

FOCUS ON ............... SERIES

Focus on Majors
Tuesday, August 26 & Wednesday, August 27
Counseling & Career Services Office     Student Center

Information on hundreds of majors will be available in the Counseling & Career Services Office all day.  Career Counselors will be available from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 6 p.m to answer any questions you have on certain careers.