"Inspiration Conversation" is a program encourages reflection about values, beliefs, and motivations. It aims to help students and others better understand the lives and inspirations of those who shape the College. Presenters are encouraged to talk about choices made, difficulties encountered, and commitments solidified. They are also free to choose any other topic that fits their definition of "what matters to me and why." Sessions run from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. FREE LUNCH!
Spring 2005 Schedule (Fourth Tuesdays):
- January 25 – Patrick Lamy, Vice President of Student Affairs
- February 22 – Teri Corso, Interim Director of Student Affairs, Coordinator of Career Services
- March 22 – Richard Levao, President, Bloomfield College
- April 26 – Dr. Abby Kane, Director of Personal Counseling
A Typical Session:
ASSEMBLING & EATING: When people arrive at an "Inspiration Conversation" session on a particular Tuesday, they will find a pizza lunch waiting for them if they haven't brought their own lunch along. Before the session itself begins, participants will have a chance to get acquainted and visit informally.
STRUCTURE: At noon or shortly thereafter, the College Chaplain will welcome people and briefly orient them to the series. The Chaplain will then introduce the presenter, who will speak for about twenty minutes. After that (or amidst the presentation, if the speaker chooses) others may raise questions or make comments. By the time the session draws to a close a lively discussion should be taking place.
CONTENT: Content will vary from speaker to speaker, but on the whole speakers are encouraged to approach even professional matters of teaching, research, administration, etc. from a personal direction. Similarly, the sorts of questions asked and the ensuing discussion will vary from session to session. However, people are encouraged to frame their questions and comments in a direct and unguarded (though respectful) way.
LOCATION & AMBIANCE: Sessions will all take place in the Art Gallery at Westminster Hall. This is not a classroom, underlining the fact that learning takes place outside the formal classroom as much as inside it.
