Upcoming Workshops and Events
Spring 2022 Workshops & Events
All TRIO Students are required to attend at least 3 events/workshops per semester!
Sharpen Your Focus Workshop- Wednesday January 19th 1:30-2:30 PM in the TRIO Lab
Come discuss helpful skills to help you start strong this semester. This workshop will discuss study environments, note-taking methods and study methods and habits.
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Research and Citations Workshop- Monday January 24th 10:00-11:00 AM in Library Room 307
Rhonda Donaldson, Shepherd University’s Coordinator of Research Services, will be leading a discussion on online research and citations tips for your upcoming projects. This information will apply to any major or assignment. Bring your projects for this semester for hands-on learning and help!
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FAFSA Workshop- Wednesday February 2nd 3:00-4:00 PM in the TRIO Lab
Come get personalized assistance for completing your FAFSA. Don’t miss out on free money- complete your FAFSA by the March 1st priority deadline!
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Shepherd University Leadership Conference- Saturday February 5th 1pm -4:30pm on zoom- Must Register in Advance
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Gratitude Jar Craft Workshop- Prerecorded Video- Watch on TRIO SSS Resources Brightspace site starting Monday February 14th at 12:00 PM (noon)
Make gratitude jars to give to someone you care about for Valentine’s Day! Pick up supplies in the TRIO lab and watch our workshop video posted on the TRIO SSS Resources Brightspace site starting Monday February 14th at noon.
You MUST complete the online evaluation (see link below) to receive credit for this workshop.
Gratitude Jar Workshop Evaluation
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Graduate School Application Workshop- Thursday February 17th 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in Library Room 307
Guest speaker Corey Livelsberger, a practicum student of Shepherd’s Career Services, will be discussing applying for graduate school. Learn about application do’s and don’t’s, possible prerequisites, and common additional materials that must be submitted alongside the application.
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Research and Citations Virtual Workshop- Wednesday February 23 12:00-1:00 PM on zoom
Rhonda Donaldson, Shepherd University’s Coordinator of Research Services, will be leading a discussion on online research and citations tips for your upcoming projects. This information will apply to any major or assignment. Bring your projects for this semester for hands-on learning and help!
Research & Citations Workshop Zoom Link
Research & Citations Virtual Workshop Evaluation
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TRIO Day- Saturday February 26th 11am-2pm on zoom
This event will feature a keynote speaker and a TRIO alumni panel who will share their TRIO experiences and what they are doing now! You must attend and complete the online evaluation below to receive credit for this event.
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WV TRIO Student Leadership Conference- Friday March 4th through Sunday March 6th- Must RVSP by Thursday February 10th at 5pm
We will be taking a group of 15-20 students to Flatwoods, WV by bus for the WV TRIO Student Leadership Conference. This is an opportunity to network with other TRIO students from WV and other states and build your leadership skills.
The TRIO Program will pay for the conference registration, bus, your hotel room and food throughout this trip. Since this is costing money, you must be sure you can attend before signing up.
You must be vaccinated and be able to show proof to attend this trip! You must also have a negative COVID test result before 2 days before leaving.
RSVP Here by Thursday February 10th at 5pm!
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Resumé Workshop- Tuesday March 8th 2:30-3:30 PM in Library Room 307
Join us for guest speaker, Corey Livelsberger, a practicum student of Shepherd’s Career Services, to talk about creating resumés or polishing one you already have and application and interview tips. You can also take a career compatibility test and learn more about what else Shepherd’s Career Services can do for you!
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Behind in Classes Workshop- Prerecorded Video- Watch on TRIO SSS Resources Brightspace site starting Monday March 21st at 12:00 PM (noon)
Many students find themselves a little behind in their classes during this time of the semester. This workshop will talk about strategies and tips to get yourself back on track and caught up in your classes. This prerecorded video will be available to watch on the TRIO SSS Resources Brightspace Site starting Monday March 21st at 12:00 PM (Noon).
You MUST complete the online evaluation (see link below) to receive credit for this workshop.
Behind in Classes Workshop Evaluation
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Earth Day Craft Workshop- Tuesday April 5th 4:00-5:00 PM in the TRIO Lab
Join us as we make crafts to celebrate Earth Day!
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Stress Management Group Series with Counseling Services- Every Thursday in April (7th, 14th, 21st, 28th) 12-1pm on zoom
If you would like to join the group, please contact Lindsay from Counseling Services at lburns@shepherd.edu!
Stress Management Group Zoom Link
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Mental Health Workshop- Prerecorded Video- Watch on TRIO SSS Resources Brightspace site starting Monday April 18th at 12:00 PM (noon)
May is Mental Health Awareness Month so this workshop will be exploring mental health a little early as we quickly approach the end of the semester, which can be a very stressful time. This prerecorded video will be available to watch on the TRIO SSS Resources Brightspace Site starting Monday April 18th at 12:00 PM (Noon).
You MUST complete the online evaluation (see link below) to receive credit for this workshop.
Mental Health Workshop Evaluation
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