CU Training Descriptions

ALL NEW
Each month during the Winter/Spring CU Series there will be a specific theme with supporting workshops addressing that theme. Residents are encouraged to participate in all classes for the month, but may attend individual workshops if preferred.

February: Effective Leadership
University City YMCA
8100 Old Mallard Creek Road
6:30 pm — 8:30 pm

Leading with Style
2/4/10
Knowing how to lead is important in maintaining a strong association. Participants, especially those currently serving on boards or considering a board position, will examine various styles and methods of leadership and complete a leadership self-assessment.

All Aboard: Developing Strong Boards
2/18/10
Having a strong, committed board is fundamental for a thriving association. Participants, whether newly elected or continuing a multiple year term, will discuss basic roles and responsibilities of boards, ways to strengthen their board and complete a board assessment.

March: Building Community
West Boulevard Library
2157 West Boulevard
6:30 pm — 8:30 pm

Project Management Made Easy
3/2/10
Completing projects strengthens associations and the communities in which we live. Participants will learn basic steps to make managing projects easier and review sample projects their associations can complete.

Growing Your Group
3/16/10
Developing greater participation from current and potential members enhances the overall success of an association. Participants will explore methods of teambuilding and increasing participation, including sample activities to share with their associations.

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April: The Environment and You
Hickory Grove Branch Library (new location)
5935 Hickory Grove Road
6:30 pm — 8:30 pm

Storm Drains, Creeks and Streams: Your Water and You
4/8/10
Keeping water sources clean is important for all of Charlotte. Participants will discuss steps they and their communities can take to preserve our water.

Going Green in Your Home
4/21/10
As a continued celebration of Earth Day 2010, participants will learn inexpensive, effective ways to "go green" in their communities and at home.

May: Youth Opportunities
Ivory Baker Recreation Center (formerly Oaklawn)
1920 Stroud Park Court
6:30 pm — 8:30 pm
*Parents, guardians and teens are encouraged to participate together in our Youth series.

Résumé Writing and Job Applications
5/5/10
Participants will learn how to best reflect their skills and accomplishments to help secure full time or part time employment.

College and University Applications
5/13/10
Participants will examine the application process for colleges and universities, including completing applications, researching available resources, and engaging admissions offices.

Summer Opportunities
5/19/10
Participants will gain a better understanding of available employment, community service, and volunteer opportunities for Summer 2010.

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SPECIAL SERIES AND MORE
Also new this year to the CU program are special series and popular individual workshops to be held periodically during the mornings and afternoons. These workshops are currently being scheduled. Please check back for more information.

Special daytime series will include:

How To Tuesdays
Resources, contacts, and other basics to complete specific community projects and activities including:

Festivals, Fun Runs, and Block Parties
Open Houses for Businesses
Creating Welcome Packets
Holiday Lighting
Signage and Banners
Landscaping and Curb Appeal
Community Gardens
Farmers Markets

Nifty Over Fifty

Information and resources for those over 50 including:

Healthy Lifestyles
Understanding Medicare and Medicaid
Volunteer and Community Service Opportunities

Special stand alone workshops will include such popular topics as:

501(c)3
The Good Neighbor Program
Neighborhood Transportation Issues
Understanding Planning and Zoning

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
Customized trainings, an additional part of Community University, are also available for community organizations. If your association has a specific need or interest, contact us to arrange a customized training. A minimum of 10 participants is required. More than 30 topics are available including:

Leadership

Block Captain Training
Board Training
Effective Meetings
Engaging Neighborhood Stakeholders
Identifying Neighborhood Assets
Mobilizing Youth for Neighborhoods

Organizational Basics

Basics and Beyond for Neighborhood Organizations
Can Do Committees
Defining Organizational Identity
Developing Bylaws
Developing Vision and Mission Statements
Elections Made Easy
Making Meetings Work
Neighborhood Organizing
Problem Solving and Strategic Planning
Project Management

Communication

Communicating with Government and the Media
Conflict Management for Neighborhoods
Effective Communication
Good Neighbor Program
Methods of Communication
Newsletters and Communication Strategies
Technology Tools

Neighborhood Finances

Establishing a Budget
Financial Management for Neighborhoods
Fundraising for Neighborhoods
Grant Writing for Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Matching Grants Pre-Application Workshop

Resources

ABC's of Foreclosure
ABC's of Zoning and Development
All about Charlotte
Anatomy of a Neighborhood
Buying a Home, Buying into a Neighborhood
Code Enforcement
Family and Community Emergency Preparedness
Gang Awareness
"How To" Home Repairs
Increasing Neighborhood Participation
Inside the Quality of Life Study
Maximizing Diversity in Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Checkup
Neighborhood Networking
Partnering for Progress
Safe Homes, Safe Communities
Teambuilding for Success
Understanding Our City Government and Services
Unspoken Crimes in Neighborhoods