First I want to tell Tom that it took me forever to figure out how to post a blog on this site... it's not intuitive at all.

Now I'll reflect on the Earthquake activity (I have no idea how long this reflection is supposed to be.) I was in the group that was more "cohesive" group. We all sat in a circle and gave all our members as many opportunities to contribute as possible. There were several obvious leaders in the group, but we all worked together instead of working against each other. I was very impressed with my group because in previous experiences with group work where there are multiple leaders there is a lot of arguing and contention. I think that part of this is because those previous experiences took place in conditions where there were other people in charge of us to sort out our arguments (i.e. high school) now that we are college students we have to make our own decisions and deal with the consequences. Things can get done faster and better when you work as a team, a well oiled machine, and in the Earthquake situation more people will probably survive.

Coe Crimson & Gold Leadership Program – What you need to know

What is it?

Coe Crimson & Gold (CCG) is a two semester leadership program. The Crimson section happens in the fall and the Gold section occurs in the spring. Both sections have requirements for completing the program.

When is it?

There will be eight events in the fall. Each event starts at 7:30pm (except for Nov. 1^st) and last approximately one hour. The dates, topics, and locations are:

September 6^th – “What’s Your Color?”, Kickoff and personality styles (Kesler Aud., Hickok)

September 13^th – “Going FISHing!”, FISH philosophy and attitude (Kesler Aud., Hickok)

September 20^th – “Earthquake!”, working with groups and group synergy (Lynch Room, Gage)

October 11^th – “ABCs of Communication”, communicating in difficult situations (Lynch Room, Gage)

October 25^th – “Guerilla Philanthropy”, Random 1 videos and privilege discussion (Kesler Aud., Hickok)

November 1^st, 7:00pm – “How to Fail Brilliantly!”, leading with positive thinking (Kesler Aud., Hickok)

November 8^th – “Campus Café”, campus issues and projects (Lynch Room, Gage)

November 29^th – “Serving as a Leader”, using service to lead (Kesler Aud., Hickok)

Who can be in it?

Anyone! All students are invited to participate regardless of their class rank. The more the better.

What do I have to do?

1. Attend each session (there are approximately eight each semester that last about an hour each). You can make up missed sessions but you have to attend one to know how…
2. Post to the CCG blog five (5) times during the semester http://crimsongold.blogspot.com/
3. Perform fifteen (15) hours of service during the semester
4. That’s all!

What do I get for participating?

• A greater knowledge of yourself and your leadership skills
• Recognition at the Leadership Awards Reception in April
• Another line on your resume (this will look great to employers and internships)
• The chance to see and meet some powerful leaders

Who can I talk to if I have questions?

Tom Hicks at x8261, thicks@coe.edu, or in the Gage Annex (behind the bookstore)

Alrighty... I missed our first meeting, but I plan to attend tomorow night. Will that work? Also I would like to know about how long the meeting is? An hour??? I look forward to meeting all of you tomorow!

-Thanks