Spring Issue May 2017

Winona State University Leadership Education Department

Leadership Matters

Student Leadership Awards

Congratulations to Xao Vang, who is this year’s recipient of the “Outstanding Club/Organization Advisor” for student leadership and involvement. This award is presented to a faculty/staff advisor of a recognized club or organization at Winona State University who has gone above and beyond in working with members, promoting the organization, serving as a mentor, and making a difference.

Michelle Morehouse, educator with the Austin Schools, received the "Rockstar Award." Michelle was nominated by students, who noted she is caring, always willing to help, gives us confidence, and makes us smile. Michelle said "When I first met the students...I decided that I would strive to build their confidence and guide them to advocate for themselves and others. They are extraordinary and I am incredibly proud of all they have accomplished!"

Recent Licensees

Student

Congratulations to our students who have been hired as K-12 leaders:

∗ Eric Johnson; principal of John Marshall High School, Rochester

∗ Teri Linander, Associate Principal of Kellogg Middle School, Rochester

∗ Cassie Ohnstad, Director of Adult Education, Faribault MN

∗ Emily Sternberg; principal of Rothsay Elementary School, Rothsay MN

∗ Oscar Uribe-Mardones; director of Riverway Learning Community (charter school), Winona

∗ Jane Wonderling; Superintendent of Fennimore Public School, WI

The MN requirements/standards for the Principal and Superintendent licenses are the most rigorous of ANY state. In fact, no other license is so widely recognized throughout the U.S. Achieving the MN license is therefore a very significant accomplishment! Congratulations to our newly licensed professionals:

• Julie Ace, K-12 Principal • Jake Hager, K-12 Principal • Heather Lyke, K-12 Principal • Rebecca Mecikalski, K-12 Principal • Katie Miller, K-12 Principal • Aaron Mithum, Superintendent • Nick Pocious, K-12 Principal • David Pugh, K-12 Principal • Emily Sternberg, K-12 Principal • Oscar Uribe Mardones, Superintendent

Julie Ace (former licensing candidate) and Dr. Howman co-authored “Undocumented Students: Legal Requirements & Ethical Considerations.” Their findings were presented at the 2017 Education Law conference. This work can be found: https://educationlaw.org/images/annual-conference/2017/2017Papers/D4-2-Howman-Ace.pdf

The department of Leadership Education is hosting a pinning ceremony for our Spring graduates May 4 (Friday), 10:00-11:30am, Kryzsko Commons Purple Rooms. Family and friends are invited. RSVP Nadia Miranda (NMiranda@winona.edu) by April 23rd. This very special event includes guest speakers, the award of a pin to each graduating student, and a reception. The traditional hooding ceremony will follow, at the WSU Commencement.

Juan Vasquez recently completed his Capstone “Student and Family Engagement (S.A.F.E.) Afterschool Program.” Putting his research into practice, he has helped many students at Mayo High School in Rochester, MN. His involvement includes working with “Support Our Spartans.” See article here: http://www.kaaltv.com/news/honor-society-students-at-mayo-high-school-in-rochester-minnesota-helping-fellow-students/4877716/?cat=10151

Winona State’s Leadership Education graduate program gains international prominence in presenting academic research to higher education representatives from over 22 countries in the 2018 Clute International Conference in Washington D.C. from April 8-11, 2018. The WSU contingent to the conference held in Washington, DC included two WSU alumni, two currently enrolled graduate students, one adjunct faculty member and a leadership education faculty member.

The Clute Institute publishes and promotes leading research in multiple disciplines from all over the world and has been doing so for over 30 years.

Graduate program alumni Chris Hahn and Carson Perry offered academic research and served as session chairs for the duration of the conference. Clute invited Hahn to present as a keynote speaker with his work, “The Evolving Role of Higher Education in Workforce Development” while Perry offered his research, “Crucial Components for Undergraduate Student Leadership Development Programs” to a leadership session in the conference.

Hahn states, “As a recent graduate of the WSU Leadership Education program, it was a tremendous honor to be invited as the keynote speaker! The Clute Institute conferences provide an excellent opportunity to present your research to colleagues from all over the world and meaningfully engage with the international community of learners. This conference also offered the unique opportunity for both Carson and me as Alumni to support the scholarship efforts of our current WSU graduate students at the international level.”

Current graduate students Austin Opfer and Jeff Thompson presented academic research titled, “Graduate Student Persistence in Academia, When Student Perspective Matters” in a session pertaining to student success.

“I couldn’t be happier with how we did. We had terrific follow up questions to facilitate a discussion and received great feedback from higher education professionals from all over the world! DC was incredible and it provided us invaluable professional experience,” states Opfer.

Leadership Education Professor Dr. Barbara Holmes oversaw the Winona group as the lead contributor and advisor for all the participants research and presentations. Additionally, Holmes holds a board member position with the Clute Institution.

“WSU is earning its rightful place on the world stage of global research as leadership education students embrace the commitment to generate new knowledge and ideas to improve learning and organizational leadership,” said Holmes.

The Clute Institute was founded in 1985 and has since published over 9,000 high quality academic journal manuscripts in their 19 academic journals and sponsor excellent academic conferences. In 2017, Forbes lead that 72 of the top 100 US colleges have been represented at Clute Conferences or in Clute Publications.

For more information contact Barbara Holmes at BHolmes@winona.edu

To learn more about Clute or for your research to be considered visit the Clute Institute website.

By Kassidy Jackson on April 12, 2018 in Achievements, Twitter, WSU News

Refugee Travel Study

Thailand

New Zealand

Travel Study

Planning for Graduation

Dr. Howman was asked to determine the need for education services by refugee youth in Thailand, and to identify available resources. A team of WSU students was enlisted to assist (Cindy Xiong, Katie Miller, Jake Hager, Aaron Murray). This project has evolved into a unique travel study opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students of all disciplines (e.g., leadership, health, education, language, culture). Collaborating with Dr. Howman are Dr. Michael Bowlin and Dr. Yogesh Gover (Global Studies & World Languages), Dr. Peter Sternberg (Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences), and Ms. Connie Kamara (Director, Health & Wellness Services). Contact Dr. Howman for more information (RHowman@winona.edu).

Parliament building, nicknamed the “beehive”

This spring, Dr. Waterbury and 11 graduate students (eight Leadership Education and three Nursing) participated in a New Zealand Travel Study program. Dr. Julie Ponto (nursing) assisted in the trip preparations and co-taught one of the courses from Minnesota. During the fifteen-day trip, the students visited multiple organizations to learn about leadership. Some group highlight visits included Parliament, the Ministry of Health, Zealandia, and the University of Auckland – Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Students individually visited with organizations of their interest. These included schools and universities, hospitals, the Ministry of Education, non-profit organizations, and a Leadership Development Center.

Chelsea Dresen and I met with the founder of The Free Store, a nonprofit organization in Wellington that collects bread and bakery items to give to those who may be food insecure. Not only did we get to learn about the organization but we were able to participate in the collection. The Free Store allowed us to experience an innovative way to

Set up a meeting with your academic advisor to review your Electronic Program Contract - https://w3.winona.edu/gs/Student Your Electronic Program Contract itemizes your Core courses plus your Emphasis courses plus your electives. Graduation as a master’s student is 33 credits + capstone + Comp Exam. Graduation Check List - http://www.winona.edu/educationleadership/graduationchecklist.asp

feed those in need. Check out the Free Store: https://www.thefreestore.org.nz/

Food Distribution Center Container

It is difficult to summarize the experience in words, but some of the students shared quotes about the experience. Waitangi Treaty Grounds was my favorite experience because what we had learned about the Maori people became real. It was a beautiful and thoughtful way to end our trip. As a music educator, seeing and hearing the singing and the dancing was very powerful, and the memories of that will last my whole life. -Matthew Wilmes I learned a lot about my leadership style. It is easy to start to feel comfortable in your own life, work environment, and relationships. Going New Zealand allowed me to see who I am and how I handle situations when my comforts are taken away. I was uncomfortable around people I have never met before, and it was okay to be, we build strong relationships with total strangers. There are many times in our lives as leaders when we will be uncomfortable, and now I know that I can handle the feeling and thrive in it. -Lucy Johnson Sea kayaking in Pihia was a test of teamwork and leadership at the perfect point in our trip. It was wonderful to spend the last few days here reflecting on all that we had learned. -Liz Moldenhauer During the Able Tasman "tramping", I encountered a large group of school children

WSU students are preparing for a two-day hiking adventure in Able Taman National Park.

with their teachers passing in the opposite direction on a narrow path. I stood on the side of the path catching my breath and admiring a waterfall when I saw a boy put his hand over his heart and exclaimed: "this is why I love my country!" It seems that relationship theme was evident in this instance as well, where children develop a relationship with nature with the guidance of adults. -Marika Vukomanovich I stretched myself to what I thought were my physical limits on this hike. After the hike, I learned from the discussions and reflections that, as leaders, we all perceived and experienced the challenge in different ways. For some it was a more physical challenge, others a more mental challenge. I don't think we made these discoveries while on the hike, rather, it was upon reflection after. -Matthew Wilmes

Hiking Able Tasman will remain ingrained in my mind, body and spirit forever. This experience connected me with an indescribable beauty that was reflected in the lush landscape, free flowing conversation and sweet and solemn silence with a special group of people. The physical accomplishment challenged me to acknowledge an awareness of how to climb personal mountains with courage and celebrate the beauty of the present as it reveals itself to us each day. -Karen Sullivan For more information about the New Zealand Travel Study program, contact Dr. Theresa Waterbury (twaterbury@winona.edu).

Policy: In- Progress

Grades (IP) Resources & Tips

The Department of Leadership Education is hosting its annual social event for graduate students on August 22 (5:15-8:15pm). Please join us aboard the Cal Fremling Interpretive Center & Floating Classroom, a state-of-the-art vessel docked in Winona. Everyone will treated to catered dinner, followed by a cruise along the Mississippi. Students are provided helpful information about our programs and requirements, as well as tips on how to have a successful and rewarding graduate experience. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, and to become better acquainted with one another and our faculty and staff.

Per WSU policy: An In-Progress (IP) grade is permitted by the instructor for special cases when circumstances prevent the student from completing course requirements by the end of the semester, although the student is passing the course in all other respects. All IP grades must be removed within one calendar year from the end of the semester in which an incomplete is incurred or the course grade becomes an F. All IP grades for course work must be removed before a graduate degree is granted. NOTE: This includes the completion of thesis (LDRS 699) and field study (EL 799) research papers.

5th Annual Social

For those who are new to our program, WELCOME!

Important resources: School of Graduate Studies webpage https://www.winona.edu/gradstudies/ and Leadership Education Department webpage https://www.winona.edu/educationleadership/ . Please become familiar with this as soon as feasible. Registering for classes:

• For information about registering for classes, click the following (in order):

o Current Students (left side) o Important Information (under

Useful Links – right side) o Instructions for Using Web

Registration

• To register for a class: o Student e-Services o click Any Campus (Important!!) o click the Semester o enter the subject (EL or LDRS) o enter the course number

Textbooks Important Dates

Summer 2018 LDRS 743 Leadership and Team Development Authors: Patterson K. , Grenny J., McMillian R., & Switzler A. Title: Crucial Conversations Edition: 2nd Pub Date: 2012 Publisher: McGraw-Hill Authors: Rath, T. and Conchie, B. Title: Strengths Based Leadership Pub Date: 2008 Publisher: Gallup Press Fall 2018 EL 758 Education Finance Author: Brimley, V., Verstegen, D., & Garfield, R. Title: Financing Education In A Climate Of Change Edition: 11th Pub Date: 2012 Publisher: Pearson ISBN: 10: 0-13-707136-1 LDRS 644 Managing Change, Innovation & Transition Author: Burke, W.W. Title: Organizational change: theory & practice Edition: 4th Pub Date: 2014 Publisher: Sage

April 16 Registration for Fall ’18 Opens April 23 Comprehensive Exam April 27 Spring Semester Classes End May 4 Pinning Ceremony May 4 Commencement Day May 5 Licensing Review May 5 Summer Session Begins May 28 Memorial Day Observed July 23 Comprehensive Exam August 22 5th Annual Social August 27 Fall Semester Classes Begin

Leadership Education Mission Statement

To prepare professional leaders to serve organizations and schools in building community, improving organizational outcomes and generating new knowledge for the profession. Core Values Teaching and learning is a shared responsibility between faculty and students Enhancing student learning through innovative instructional methods Encouraging students to become life-long learners Valuing students and being committed to student-centered learning Preparing leaders who value integrity, transparency, and relationships