LBMC 2008-2009 Program Calendar
| Friday, October 10 * (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 23 |
| Rediscover Your Community |
| Explore historical, cultural, and economic aspects of our community – by bus! |
| Thursday, November 6* |
| Group Project Planning |
| Develop community projects and form teams to accomplish goals. |
| Thursday, November 20 |
| Leadership Theory and Organizational Dynamics |
| Define your personal role as a leader in our community. |
| Thursday, December 4 |
| Collaboration: Building Partnerships |
| Learn how to be more effective through collaboration and forming strategic partnerships. |
| Thursday, December 18 |
| Diversity |
| Focus on the impact of race, gender, disability, culture of origin and sexual orientation on effective leadership practices. |
| Thursday, January 8 |
| Community Communications |
| Learn how to use various media to communicate your organization’s message. |
| Thursday, January 22 |
| Educating a Community |
| Focus on education delivery in our community, from preschool through adult education opportunities. |
| Thursday, February 5 |
| Economic Foundations |
| Explore our local economy from an international, national, and regional perspective. |
| Thursday, February 19 |
| Health and Welfare |
| Explore local healthcare delivery, the impact of insurance, and new medical services initiatives. |
| Thursday, March 5 |
| Our Local Government |
| Engage local government officials in dialogue about important issues facing our community. |
| Thursday, March 26 |
| 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, April 9 |
| Social Service Networks |
| Discover how our Social Service Network functions and examine the role of the leader in volunteer organizations. |
| Thursday, April 23* |
| Group Project Presentations |
| Present final reports and presentations of group projects |
| Wednesday, April 29 |
| Graduation/Recognition Dinner (6-9 p.m.) |
| Graduation of class of 2008-2009 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
