What are your strengths?

"We believe each individual has a group of talents within them, that when combined with knowledge and skills, help develop their strenghts. This awareness helps them achieve success and progress. Additionally, we believe that becoming aware of strengths improves confidence and builds a basis for achievement."

-Anthony Albecher, CEHD academic adviser

As part of the CEHD community, I participated in the college's Strengths Quest myself. I now know what my individual strengths are and am constantly improving my ability to work with my strengths.

My Strengths:

1. Adaptability
2. Includer
3. Positivity
4. Woo
5. Communication

So, what are your strenghts? In your first-year inquiry course this fall, you will be identifying your individual strengths and how to best utilize them. Read more about how the College of Education and Human Development is building leaders by reading the full CEHD Connect article.

May 1, 2010 - don't forget!

Saturday, May 1, 2010...

Admitted students: Does this date ring a bell? It's the national confirmation deadline and it is approaching this Saturday. Join the University of Minnesota Class of 2014 by confirming your enrollment today!

Once you confirm, you can begin taking your placement exams and sign up for summer orientation. At orientation, you will meet with your major specific adviser, enroll in your first-year classes, and get to know your fellow CEHD classmates!

Begin your college career now by confirming your enrollment by the May 1 deadline. Be sure to let me know if you have any questions. You can contact me directly at 612-624-8765.

See you this fall and Go Gophers!

Meet Jordan, CEHD student ambassador

My name is Jordan and I'm a sophomore in the College or Education and Human Development (CEHD). I am double majoring in Human Resource Development and Business and Marketing Education with double minors in Human Resources and Industrial Relations and Business Management from the Carlson School of Management.

I chose the University of Minnesota because I wanted to go to a large university within an urban environment where the opportunities are endless and there is an abundance of different cultures and diversity. The Twin Cities is one of my favorite metropolitan areas and I wanted to be far away from home without having to move across the country. The strong academic programs that the University is known for played a huge role in my decision as well.

I love the large variety of extracurricular opportunities that the U of M provides. I am currently involved as an Admissions Ambassador, leading campus tours for prospective students visiting the U of M. I am also involved with a student group for Human Resource Development majors called the Human Resource Development Organization. I hold two marketing internships as well. One is a sports marketing and promotions internship with Gopher Sports, and I am also a marketing intern for University Dining Services.

I love CEHD because it is filled with great classes that embrace sutdent-teacher relationships and allow for interaction and discussion with classmates. These aspects truly enhance my learning, compared to sitting in a lecture hall just taking notes. My favorite CEHD class that I've had was HRD 3201: Training and Development. My teacher has a lot of real life experience to facilitate her teaching and it really makes the students engaged because they are learning valuable, relevant information. She breaks the class up into groups for discussion about many key concepts and it makes class seem to go by quickly and it doesn't even feel like we're learning, however, when I reflect on all the information I've learned, it is shocking!

The College of Education and Human Development is a unique place where students and professors have exceptional relationships, and people are driven and passionate about what they want to do.

Rec Center Expansion

If you are looking for more exercise than simply walking from class to class, check out the University's Recreation Center! "The Rec," as students affectionately call it, is a great place to run on the treadmill, lift weights, take a spin class, play court sports, swim, or whatever fits your fitness routine. (And it's completely free to full-time students!) Soon, the Rec Center will be expanding their already state-of-the-art facilities.

Check out this video to learn more about the exciting changes happening on campus!

Thank You!

Thank you to all students and families who attended the College of Education and Human Development Open House for admitted freshmen on Saturday March, 27th! Our faculty, staff, and current students enjoyed the chance to meet you. Did you meet a great faculty member or adviser at the event with whom you would like to stay in touch? If so, let me know so I can connect you!

If you were unable to attend the event and want to catch up on the information presented, feel free to contact me directly so I can fill you in on the details and perhaps set up a campus visit for you. Remember, May 1, 2010 is the deadline for admitted students to confirm their enrollment at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, so let me assist you with your next steps and answer any questions you may have!

Now, some words from our current students:

"Through my student teaching experience, I've been able to completely develop how I want to teach and conduct my classroom. It's really given me a lot of insight on what I want to do."

- Nicole, Early Childhood Education Foundations major

"Majoring in Human Resource Development gave me the confidence to take on challenges and solve them with excellent training and team builiding skills. I am very well equipped for the workplace."

- Eunice, Human Resource Development major