OPRA's Professional Development Book Club
The Office of Planning, Research, & Development staff engages in a book club that
offers administrative and student employees opportunities twice a semester to
read and discuss texts related to leadership and professional development.
We will post our current book and meeting information for anyone who would
like to purchase the book and meet us for discussion. Happy Reading!
Currently Reading
Spring selection has yet to be determined.
Past Readings
TITLE
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AUTHORS
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Academically
Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses
Discussion by Greg Johnson, Research Associate |
Richard Aurm and Josipa Roksa
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The
Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Discussion led by Emily Lynn, Grant Administrator |
Rebecca Skloot |
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Change Anything: The New Science of Personal Success
Discussion led by Jeanne McAlister, Research Coordinator |
Patterson, Grenny, Maxfield, McMillan, & Switzler |
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Linchpin: Are You Indispensable?
Discussion led by Ernest Griffin, Student Research Assistant |
Seth Godin |
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Drive:
The Surprising Truth about What Motivates Us
Discussion led by Laurie Berry, Director of Residence Life |
Daniel H. Pink |
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Crucial Conversations:
Tools for Talking When Stakes are High
Discussion led by Andrew Kern, Student Research Assistant |
Patterson, Grenny, McMillan, & Switzler |
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Strengths Finder 2.0
Discussion led by Joe Wingo, Senior Research Associate and
Jennifer Briggs, Assistant Registrar |
Tom Rath |
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Beyond Reason: Using Emotions as You Negotiate
Discussion led by Michelle White, Research Associate |
Roger Fisher & Daniel Shapiro |
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Internet, Mail, and Mixed-Mode Surveys: The Tailored Design Method
Discussion led by Katherine Draughon, Executive Director |
Dillman, Smyth, Christian |
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