WELCOME Welcome to the Spring 2017 Conference, Creating Welcoming Environments: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion. We look forward to learning from our colleagues and employer partners’ best practices and initiatives that foster welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environments on campus and in the workplace. To accomplish this, we encourage thoughtful conversations, lively workshops, and mingling with colleagues new and old. Special appreciation and thanks go out to: • Rosa Santana for creating our beautiful conference program. • Our Executive Board & Programming Committee members who designed and organized this conference. • Our outstanding presenters whose biographies and presentation descriptions can be reviewed in the following pages.
2016-2017 EXECUTIVE BOARD Sue Pye President Rutgers University
Ryan Stalgaitis Past President Fairleigh Dickinson University
Casey Hennessey Vice President of Programming New Jersey Institute of Technology
Victoria Nauta Vice President of Finance and Membership William Paterson University
Rosa Santana Vice President of Communications & Website Berkeley College, Woodland Park
Jenny Nesenjuk Vice President of Networking & Social Events William Paterson University
Amanda Choo Vice President of Awards Rutgers University, New Brunswick
Linda Flynn Vice President of Trends and Legal Issues Montclair State University
Kelly Keyes Parliamentarian Fairleigh Dickinson University
Aimee Fasano Vice President of Employer Services Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2016-2017 PROGRAMMING COMMITTEE Christine Cervelli New Jersey Institute of Technology
Ryan Stalgaitis Fairleigh Dickinson University
Linda Flynn Montclair State University
Jennifer Santiago Enterprise Rent-A -Car
Beth Branigan Seton Hall University
Donna Robertson Fairleigh Dickinson University
Gina Hernandez Seton Hall University
Jenny Nesenjuk William Paterson University
Sincerely, Sue Pye, President and Casey Hennessey, Vice President of Programming
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AGENDA 9:15 am - 9:45 am 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Breakfast, Check-in and Announcements, Room: Trayes Hall B Group Training: Robert Vitelli, Room: Trayes Hall B
10:45 am – 11:00 am
Break
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Presentations (60 mins)
Trayes Hall B
Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Collaborating on Campus to Engage First Year Students in Exploration Fairleigh Dickinson University, Ryan Stalgaitis and Christine Gaydos
Teaching and Leading in a Diverse Society Trayes Hall A DiCaro Consulting, Nikki DiCaro Meeting Rm D Career Services for Veteran Students – Fighting For Those Who Fought For Us (2nd Flr) Union County College, Robert Case
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
Lunch, Room: Trayes Hall B Presentations (60 mins)
Trayes Hall B Diversity & Inclusion: Our Doors Are Open Enterprise, Kymberly Pizzulo Meeting Rm D New Models of Gaining Experience - Registered Internships (2nd Flr) NJIT, Sally Nadler Trayes Hall A Pathways to a Diverse Workforce Through Mentoring Programs Rutgers University, Toi Tyson & Stacey Kohler
1:45 pm – 2:00 pm
Break
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Speed Session (20 mins), Room: Trayes Hall B 2:00 – 2:25 Round 1 2:30 – 2:55 Round 2 3:00 – 3:25 Round 3
3:30 pm – 3:45 pm
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Closing Remarks, Room: Trayes Hall B
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Academic and Career Challenges (and Opportunities) for LGBT Students Robert Vitelli Career decisions, getting that first job, and being successful can introduce a range of challenges for college students. LGBT students often deal with additional layers of decision-making and challenges. Our presentation speaker Robert Vitelli, MA, is the Chief Operating Officer at LGBT Network, a non-profit organization in New York. Robert will share his personal experiences of career decisions as a gay man, helping students understand and establish realistic expectations for starting a career, and the resources and supports that can help LGBT students be successful in the transition from college to the workplace. Robert will also speak to the issues of on-campus support and creating LGBT-inclusive and affirming workplaces. Robert received his Master of Arts in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education from New York University, and has held positions at Pace University NYC Campus, Sarah Lawrence College, LaSalle University, and Manhattan College. Outline overview: • • • • • •
Career decisions and helping students negotiate expectations Understanding the future workplace Campus and career support Being LGBT in the qorkplace Working with LGBT students Recommendations for creating LGBT-inclusive and affirming career paths
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SESSION ABSTRACTS 1 HOUR PRESENTATION: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Collaborating on Campus to Engage First Year Students in Exploration Ryan Stalgaitis and Christine Gaydos In the spring of 2016, Fairleigh Dickinson University unveiled its inaugural semester of UNIV 1002 Preparing for Professional Life. This required, one credit course assists first year students in exploring career options utilizing personal values, interests, strengths and preference. Our collaboration between Career Development and Campus Life created a unique opportunity to support first year students in their second semester on campus. In this session, participants will learn about this course from its inception through course content development and classroom facilitation. The course syllabus and lesson plans will be shared. Teaching and Leading in a Diverse Society Nikki DiCaro Effective training and educating of future leaders must begin during the school years in order to establish a firm foundation upon which to build experience credentials. Diversity and Inclusion (“D&I”) must be readily available and practiced sufficiently to make them part of the automatic processes of each person’s acts and actions. There’s already trouble in the workforce over diversity and inclusion from the weakness in planning and execution to skepticism over the commitment of the organization. Effective diversity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of each person’s life. D&I are not constructs you pick up at the front door as you enter the workplace and deposit in the holding bin at the end of the day. Building leaders while students are steeped in learning will facilitate absorption and uptake; enabling and empowering D&I in the workforce and driving sustainable and enduring enterprise profitability and career successes. Target Audience: Educators and administrators Key Takeaways: > Diversity in the education system is critical > Educators must not only encourage Diversity, they must live it > Teaching and training diversity will prepare and reshape the workforce Career Services for Veteran Students – Fighting For Those Who Fought For Us Robert Case Veteran students have seen and heard more in their lives than most of us can fathom. In order to assist those students, we as career professionals must understand how to best approach and deliver our message. This presentation will focus on the differences between the greater majority of students and veteran students, how to best present information, how to integrate their general experience (general being the operative term) of management, medical, etc into their professional background, and how to help students find resources to best position themselves once they graduate and/or transfer. It is also important to discuss what not to do and why, as career professionals (and all educational professionals) need to understand the general psyche of this population (and all underrepresented populations).
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SESSION ABSTRACTS 1 HOUR PRESENTATION: 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM Diversity & Inclusion: Our Doors Are Open Kymberly Pizzulo Enterprise will present a fun, interactive workshop that walks you through the life cycle of workplace inclusion. This will address recruitment, retention, engagement, and development of a culturally diverse workplace. Attendees will be provided with actionable best practices that they can share with their colleagues or students that they support. New Models of Gaining Experience - Registered Internships Sally Nadler Traditional Internships and cooperative education experiences have decidedly developed the necessary work readiness skills of our students and alumni. My presentation introduces and describes a new model for employers to gain work ready talent - Registered Internships. These are modeled after the US Department of Labor’s Registered Apprenticeship program, and are being implemented in NJ’s Advanced Manufacturing sector to help them build their talent pipelines. MechaFORCESM - Registered Internship Manufacturing (M-RIM) is a career and educational pathway program commissioned by industry and coordinated by NJIT to ready high school youngsters, millennials and Generation X populations for professional careers in NJ’s small to medium-sized manufacturing firms. Through its scalability and flexible career pathway with numerous on- and off-ramps, M-RIM offers striking benefits equally for individuals looking for viable, well-paying career opportunities and manufacturers. Pathways to a Diverse Workforce Through Mentoring Programs Toi Tyson and Stacey Kohler Successful collaboration across units and departments at a large University is possible! At Rutgers University New Brunswick, University Career Services joined forces with academic departments and with Alumni Relations to serve our highly diverse undergraduate students and alumni through “Road to Industry” programming initiatives, our newest initiative being “Road to Communication and Media (RTCM).” RTCM is one programming example of how we connect current students with targeted alumni through mentoring relationships and programming across multiple event types and interaction options. Our presentation will address overarching alumni-student engagement initiatives; highlight the RTCM program as a specific example of how we structure career mentoring for our students, the goals of each collaboration partner in our programming initiatives, and how it has strengthened and clarified pathways for students into the world of work. Target audience: career services office personnel, employers, anyone interested in mentoring programs.
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SESSION ABSTRACTS 20 MINUTE SPEED PRESENTATIONS Ecotherapy in the Workplace: Career Counseling Interventions Lauren Roberts Diversity is an area many employers are trying to enhance, but it is not just defined by the color of our skin. Individuals that have mental health diagnoses, such as ADHD, should feel welcomed into the workplace. Through the use of Ecotherapy, employers can obtain this. Ecotherapy pertains to how being in nature is positively correlated with elevated mood, well-being, physical health, and productivity. Evidence supports that nature has positive effects on mental health, yet our time in the natural world has declined. Research shows that work success can be linked to employees or workplaces that mimic nature in indoor spaces. In counseling, ecotherapy can be used to determine job satisfaction, person-environment fit, and work-life balance. ADHD is a common diagnosis among individuals that employers may encounter. It is beneficial to understand how Ecotherapy can aid in creating a welcoming environment in the workplace, increase productivity, and encourage overall well-being. Microaggressions: How to spot them and how to stop them Kelly Keyes This speed session will detail various types of microaggressions that surround us and the potential impacts on students’ career development. Strategies on how to spot these situations, how to become aware of our own biases and to challenge ourselves to learn productive responses to microaggressions will be explored. Including Inclusiveness: Building Awareness Into Presentations Annie Montero This short presentation will discuss how to create inclusive presentations by increasing awareness about language, pictures, activities, and audiences. Professionals that deliver presentations or workshops should continually work on their own self-awareness and understanding of inclusive practices. We will discuss the importance of building cultural awareness and implementing practical inclusive behaviors when presenting to all types of individuals.
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Webinars for Working Adults - programming for alumni and non-traditional students Shannon Gallo This speed session will cover the execution of tech-savvy, affordable, high-quality programming for a non-traditional population of adult students and alumni. A working adult student is constantly juggling the responsibilities of work, school, and family with little time for job search so webinars work because they provide instruction online via the computer, smartphone or tablet. One webinar per month during the semester is offered so attendees can “Learn Over Lunch.� The current series, All About Networking and Personal Branding, includes a panel of successful networkers for part one, networking beyond the norm for part two, and closes with strategies for networking at career fairs and events for part three. Every webinar is offered with live stream captioning, and is recorded and posted to Youtube for future reference. After this session, the group will have gained pointers on how to create similar programming serving this unique population. Coaching Career Center Student-Clients to Uncover Inclusive Companies: 10 Questions for Consideration Scott Borden This speed session will provide information on questions/interventions for career counselors to assist their student-clients in more effectively determining if a company is inclusive as it may claim to be. There will be a brief exploration of what factors aid diverse employee retention. Incorporate Active Learning to Enhance Your Programs Andrew E. Seguel Traditional workshops and programs may not be helping your students fully understand and connect with the material you are presenting, especially if all they do is watch, listen, and take notes. Active learning requires students to participate by engaging with the material through discussion and practice. In addition to reinforcing important material, concepts, and skills, active learning addresses different student learning styles, and can even create a sense of community in the room through increased student-student and presenter-student interaction. Learn how the core programs at Rutgers University Career Services are being redesigned to incorporate active learning principles, so that you can try this approach with your own programs and workshops.
SPEAKER BIOS Christine Gaydos|Fairleigh Dickinson University Christine Gaydos is the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Engagement at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Florham Campus. She has been practicing in Student Affairs for over 15 years. Her background includes Residence Life, New Student Orientation, the First Year Experience, Leadership and Student Conduct.
Toi Tyson | Rutgers University Toi K. Tyson is the Associate Director for AlumniStudent Engagement at Rutgers University Career Services, New Brunswick. She oversees programming that connects 40,000+ students to nearly 500,00 alumni worldwide. A 17-year higher education professional, her degrees held are a bachelor’s in communications and a master’s in business and industry counseling.
Ryan Stalgaitis | Fairleigh Dickinson University Ryan Stalgaitis is the Campus Director of Career Development at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) Florham Campus in Madison, NJ. He was the first President of NJC3 and previously held positions in NJCEIA and NJACE. Ryan received his Master of Education in College Student Affairs from Rutgers University.
Stacey Kohler | Rutgers University Stacey Kohler is the Road to Industry Program Director at Rutgers University Career Services. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with degrees in psychology (B.A.), and counseling (M.A.). Stacey has 10+ years of experience in counseling, and programming planning, management and evaluation in both higher education and K-12 settings.
Nikki DiCaro | DiCaro Consulting Nikki is Founder and CEO of DiCaro Consulting, a diversified consultancy, and a subject matter expert in gender transition. DiCaro Consulting offers customized program development and implementation, providing training, coaching and continuing education. DiCaro offers complementary and wrap around services in these areas to enhance broader human capital engagement strategies.
Sally J. Nadler, MA, SPHR | NJIT SHRM-SCP Project Manager - MechaFORCESM - Registered Internship Manufacturing (M-RIM) NJIT, Newark, NJ. Sally is a well-respected professional in the workforce development and talent pipeline building spaces in the state of NJ. She is currently the Project Manager of the M-RIM program, funded by industry to develop an ongoing pipeline of career ready talent for one of NJs leading industries, Advanced Manufacturing.
Robert Case | Union County College Rob Case is the Director of Career Services at Union County College. He has been in higher education for 11 years, working in academic advisement and career services, and has spent much of his time in assisting students and alumni at various institutions across the country. Rob holds a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from Walden University (MN) and a Bachelor’s Degree in History/Public Administration from York College of Pennsylvania.
Kymberly Pizzulo |Enterprise Holdings Kymberly Pizzulo graduated from Stockton College in 2011 with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a minor in Mathematics. She joined the Management Trainee program at Enterprise Rent-a-Car. She excelled quickly through the program and was promoted to Branch Manager. Shortly after, Kymberly was promoted to run the Talent Acquisition Department for the Airport locations in Newark, LaGuardia, and JFK, overseeing the recruitment of Eastern NJ. Kym is very active in Enterprise’s Community Outreach, as well as driving results for diversifying the workforce.
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SPEAKER BIOS Lauren Roberts | Fairleigh Dickinson University Currently, I am obtaining my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairleigh Dickinson University. My research started from collaborating with a professor, peaking my interest in how ecotherapy can be incorporated into different environments. Upon graduating, I aspire to continue research and pursue a doctorate degree in Counselor Education.
Shannon Gallo | CUNY School of Professional Studies Shannon Gallo is currently the Manager of Career Services at CUNY School of Professional Studies in New York City. She held roles related to experiential learning and employer relations through her work at Monroe College and Pace University respectively, along with staffing experience at Kelly Services. Shannon holds a B.S. in Journalism/PR and an M.S. in Industrial Relations/HR from West Virginia University. She lives in Cranford, NJ with her husband and two children.
Annie Montero | Montclair State University Annie Montero is a Graduate Student in the Master’s of Counseling program at Montclair State University. She is a Graduate Assistant in Career Services in the College of Education and Human Services and a volunteer in the Mediation Resource Center. Annie is interested in counseling work within Higher Education.
Andrew E. Seguel | Rutgers University Andrew is a millennial wellness counselor who helps adults (18+) with their career development, mental health, and physical fitness goals. He studied Psychology, ChemicalBiology, and Computer Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, as well as Mental Health Counseling at Monmouth University. He’s also an avid gamer.
Kelly Keyes | Fairleigh Dickinson University Kelly is a Career Development Specialist at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Florham Campus in Madison, NJ. She serves as a counselor for current students on career related topics from resume and cover letter reviews to internship searching and interviewing skills. She provides guidance and support for undecided students utilizing her counseling skills and assessments to assist students in making important academic decisions. Kelly also conducts outreach to maintain and foster new relationships with employers and to plan career related events on campus. She serves as an instructor for first-year seminar courses.
Scott Borden | Rutgers University Scott Borden is a NJ Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor and Career Counselor, and a Distance Credentialed Counselor. Scott has been on staff at Rutgers University, Princeton University and the College of NJ, over the past 25 years. He currently develops curricula for creditbearing, career management courses, teaches, provides career counseling to undergraduate, graduate students and alumni, supervises peer advisors and graduate counseling interns at Rutgers. Scott maintains a private career counseling practice in the Princeton, NJ area.
Kelly is a National Board Certified Counselor and received both her Master of Arts in Counseling and Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Montclair State University.
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