Communication

The Department of Professional Development and Applied studies offers quality workshops on issues relating to communication in the workplace. Upcoming workplace and organizational communications programs are listed below. You will find workshops to build both interpersonal communication skills (teambuilding, managing, facilitation) and professional skills such as public speaking and making presentations.

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When available, click on a workshop title for a full description of the program and how to register. Brief descriptions and registration links of all upcoming workshops can also be found in the communications section of the UW—Madison Continuing Studies catalog.

Communication workshops

Program title (Programs listed in alphabetical order)	Upcoming dates	Brochure (when available)	More information (when available)	Link to register online
Art of conflict transformation	Dec 10-11, 2009	Brochure	Information page	Register online
Facilitating by Heart Series	Apr 20-21, May 18-19, July 27-28, Sept 14-15, and Oct 12-13, 2010		Information page	Not currently available
Joy of meetings: recipes for success	May 4, 2010	Fall Brochure	Information page	Not currently available
Listening for a change	Apr 6-7, 2010	Fall Brochure	Information page	Register online
Perceptual thinking patterns: the mind at work	Dec 1-2, 2009	Brochure	Information page	Register online
Social media marketing: introduction	Mar 31, 2010		Catalog	Register online

Also of interest

• Business writing workshops - Training to develop your writing skills. Includes Proofreading and copyediting, Workplace writing, and more.
• Desktop publishing - Popular trainings in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and more.
• Diversity programs - These workshops are designed to create a safe forum for self-reflection and dialogue about inclusion.
• Mediation and conflict resolution programs present strategies to use with challenging situations and people.
• Nonprofit development - Unique skills needed to keep a nonprofit agency running smoothly. (Includes programs on building partnerships, grantwriting, fundraising and more.)
  
  

Contact

Program coordinator: Kathy Berigan
Phone: 608-263-3494
email: kberigan@dcs.wisc.edu