Alumni Events
All in-person and virtual events will be listed below. To see a full list of upcoming webinars and past recordings, click here.
Unmanaging: The New Proven Managerial Mindset That Boosts Innovation, Collaboration, Productivity, and Culture
Wednesday, May 8 I 12 PM I Virtual
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Most managers think they manage well, yet organizational results and happiness often point in the other direction. Despite their intentions otherwise and corporate platitudes to match, a broad and deeply-rooted misunderstanding exists about effectively managing today’s complex, project-driven, knowledge workplaces. As demonstrated in over 200 organizations and proven with thousands of managers, the counter-intuitive techniques of “Unmanaging” unlock the innate potential of teams and individuals, boosting a wide range of key business metrics, including inclusion, culture, innovation, quality, agility, and productivity. In this mind-expanding webinar, former think-tank researcher and management guru Jack Skeels explores the history of how our culture unlearned great management, replacing it with ineffective industrial techniques, and how to bring back the richness of human empowerment.
Nightingale and Nachos
Thursday, May 9 | 5:30 PM | Fourier Lobby, NDMU Campus
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The Alumni Engagement Office and School of Nursing invite our nursing alumni back to campus to celebrate BSN graduates from the Class of 2024 during Nurses Week! This is an open mic event; all are welcome to share stories about their nursing or student experiences. All alumni with a BSN degree from NDMU and their guests are welcome to join. Margaritas and nachos will be provided.
Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory’s Power to Hold on to What Matters
Tuesday, May 14 | 12 PM | Virtual
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We may think memory is merely remembering someone’s name, where we put the car keys, or where we went on vacation five years ago. In this illuminating webinar, Dr. Charan Ranganath, renowned neuroscientist, psychologist, and author of Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory’s Power to Hold on to What Matters, will reshape our understanding of memory, showcasing its transformative potential in shaping our perceptions, biases, and self-awareness. By harnessing this power, Ranganath suggests, we can enhance daily functioning, mitigate memory loss, and even embark on a journey of personal growth and healing. Raganath will offer insights that will empower us to navigate life with clarity and intention, ultimately enabling us to forge a happier and more fulfilling future. Ranganath delves into cutting-edge research, unveiling memory's pervasive influence across various facets of our existence, from basic tasks like recalling names to complex processes such as decision-making and healing from trauma.
Almost Alumni Social
Monday, May 20 I 5:30 - 7 PM I Noyes House, NDMU Campus
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Join the Alumni Engagement Office as we welcome the Class of 2024 into the alumni community in the days leading up to Commencement! These almost alumni will be able to connect with and learn from our vibrant alumni community. All alumni from any year or program are invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
How Women of Color Can Take Ownership of Their Careers to Accelerate Their Paths to Success
Wednesday, May 22 I 12 PM I Virtual
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What do you need? As simple as it is powerful, this question is not often asked of women of color. But the answer to this question could be the difference between dreaming of a successful life and living one. In this illuminating webinar, author and PR expert Lauren Wesley Wilson will help to fill this gap for women at any stage of their careers. Recognized as one of the most powerful women in PR, Wilson started her company because at every level of her career— there were questions she needed answered with no one to ask. Lauren’s recently published book, What Do You Need?: How Women of Color Can Take Ownership of Their Careers to Accelerate Their Path to Success, is full of fun stories from her roller-coaster career, personal experience, and actionable tips.
Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking
Tuesday, June 4 I 12 PM I Virtual
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Toxic thoughts, depression, and anxiety–our mental mess is frequently aggravated by a chaotic world and sustained by an inability to manage our runaway thoughts. But we shouldn't settle into this mental mess as if it's just our new normal. Hope and help are available to us, and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may be shorter than you think. In this enlightening webinar, bestselling author and cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf will provide a scientifically proven five-step plan to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health.
“No” Problem: Strategies to Stop Saying Yes at Work When You Want to Say No
Thursday, June 13 I 12 PM I Virtual
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Have you ever responded to a request — to add a task to your already full plate, express grievances to the boss on behalf of the group, or cover for a co-worker — with a reluctant "no problem?" It might be because you've got a "no" problem. Learn how to confidently decline requests and assert boundaries in this empowering webinar featuring author and national speaker Candace Doby. Discover the psychological reasons behind the difficulty of saying "no" and gain insights into the essential elements needed to decline effectively without guilt or apology. Candace will also unveil seven practical strategies for courageously saying " no, " empowering you to manage your workload and relationships confidently and clearly. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your assertiveness and prioritize your well-being!
Unscripted: How to Communicate and Connect using the Improv Approach
Tuesday, June 18 I 12 PM I Virtual
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Do you often find yourself struggling to communicate effectively? Do you struggle to hear and be heard despite that being what you desire? We all like to think of ourselves as active listeners, open to considering another’s perspective to collaborate toward shared goals successfully. What if there was a simple yet flexible format through which we could improve not only our listening skills but our ability to ask for and get what we want successfully? Enter stage right: The Improv Approach. In this eye-opening webinar, actor and author Caitlin Drago will discuss the Improv Approach, which takes the principles of improv comedy and applies them to everyday interactions, empowering you to navigate even difficult conversations that might typically prove anything but mutually satisfying.
3 Keys To Healthy Boundaries: Say No, Speak Up For Yourself, and Confidently Express What You Want
Thursday, July 11 I 12 PM I Virtual
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Do you struggle with feeling over-committed, stretched thin, or overwhelmed by all the demands of your life? Perhaps you feel guilt or fear about saying no, letting others down, or missing out. If so, you are one of millions who might struggle with boundaries without even knowing it. In this illuminating webinar, join Confidence Expert and author of the bestselling book Not Nice, Dr. Aziz Gazipura will help you to feel a more spacious sense of freedom and power to direct your own life. Use your newfound skill of setting healthy boundaries to create better relationships, deeper connections, and more confidence in your work life.
NDMU Alumni Orioles Game
Saturday, July 13 I 2:05 PM I Camden Yards
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A summer tradition continues as we gather our Gators to cheer on the Orioles! Join us at Camden Yards to watch the O's take on the New York Yankees! Get together with family, friends, alumnae, and alumni to root for the home team. Your Alumni Engagement Team is offering a discounted ticket price that includes free food and drinks during Early Bird Saturday, where you can enjoy happy hour, live music, and more. We have reserved seats in section 75 overlooking the outfield.
Alumni Weekend
Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29 I All Day I NDMU Campus
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Save the date for Alumni Weekend on September 27 - 29, 2024! Registration will open on July 1, 2024. Alumni Weekend is for all alumni, and their family and friends. Anyone celebrating a milestone reunion that's from a class ending in a 4 or 9 is especially encourage to attend! More information will be posted on the Alumni Weekend page as we get closer to the event.
