This will be the third year of PeerFest at the University of Connecticut and over 300 students are expected to attend. This year's theme of Who's IN Your Network?
will focus on creating and utilizing connections made within Peer Education programs and beyond.

Students will attend workshops given by faculty, staff, and students. We encourage all students to submit workshop proposals. Consider pairing up with a fellow Peer Educator or contact your Program Director for support!

Workshop proposals should be submitted online by Friday, July 14th.
Notification of accepted workshop proposals will occur by Friday, July 28th.

 
 
PeerFest is an opportunity for Peer Educators from various programs at
the University of Connecticut to come together and examine what it means
to be a Peer Educator in depth through:
 
•  Sharing knowledge and experiences with one another
•  Skill training in how to be an effective, well-balanced Peer Educator
•  Workshops, speakers, and group interaction
•  Developing bonds between students and throughout diverse programs
•  Gaining momentum for the coming year
•  Building valuable networks of support across campus
•  Teamwork and pride
 

 

  
Sample Topics & Ideas
Icebreakers
Public Speaking
First Impressions
Facebook/MySpace
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Facilitation Skills
Diversity
Motivation
Running an Effective Meeting
Utilizing Sphere of Influence
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Role Balance for Peer Educators
Questions

Please direct questions about workshop proposals to Jennifer Minot.

Phone: 860.486.6180
E-Mail: peered@uconn.edu
 
     
 
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