Friday, October 7* (8 a.m.- 5 p.m.)

Orientation & Alumni Reception

This all-day session will include orientation to LBMC and an introduction to the study of leadership. The LBMC Alumni Association will host a reception for our new class and alumni from 5 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, October 13

Rediscover Your Community

Explore historical, cultural, and economic aspects of our community – by bus!

Thursday, October 27*

Group Project Planning

Develop community projects and form teams to accomplish goals.

Thursday, November 10

Leadership Theory and Organizational Dynamics

Define your personal role as a leader in our community.

Thursday, December 1

Collaboration: Building Partnerships

Learn how to be more effective through collaboration and forming strategic partnerships.

Thursday, December 15

Diversity

Focus on the impact of race, gender, disability, culture of origin and sexual orientation on effective leadership practices.

Thursday, January 5

Community Communications

Learn how to use various media to communicate your organization’s message.

Thursday, January 19

Educating a Community

Focus on education delivery in our community, from preschool through adult education opportunities.

Thursday, February 2

Economic Foundations

Explore our local economy from an international, national, and regional perspective.

Thursday, February 16

Health and Welfare

Explore local healthcare delivery, the impact of insurance, and new medical services initiatives.

Thursday, March 1

Our Local Government

Engage local government officials in dialogue about important issues facing our community.

Thursday, March 8

Visioning and Planning

Look to the future through an examination and discussion of past, current, and upcoming projects slated for Bloomington and Monroe County.

Thursday, March 29

Social Service Networks

Discover how our Social Service Network functions and examine the role of the leader in volunteer organizations.

Thursday, April 5

Built-In Snow Day

This session will only be held if we need to make up a session due to inclement weather or other unforeseen reasons during the program.

Thursday, April 12*

Group Project Presentations

Project groups give final presentations.

Wednesday, April 25

Graduation/Recognition Dinner (6-9 p.m.)

Enjoy the graduation of Class of 2012 and celebration of LBMC Distinguished Alumni Award Winner.

* Mandatory Sessions
Location of programs will vary.
Sessions run from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. unless otherwise noted