Speakers
Looking for someone knowledgable to speak to your class, organization, or group? We want to help! Choose from the wide variety of subjects and descriptions below. Or, if you don't see the subject you are looking for, contact us and let us know your subject of interest.
To scheule a C-SC expert for a speaking engagement please contact Erin Duesterhaus with the subject of the talk, date, time, and any other details
you can provide.
- Sign Language
What is it like to hear a hand? Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education, introduces basic sign language for beginners and vocabulary to enable participants to communicate with each other and with individuals that are hearing impaired.
- Handicapped Awareness
Appreciation for each human's uniqueness is something to encourage. Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education, provides a basic understanding of various handicapping conditions by exploring definitions, characteristics and group simulations.
- Multiple Intelligences
Are you word smart? Number smart? People or picture smart? Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education, shows how knowing the multiple areas of intelligence can help us better understand, communicate and teach.
- Teacher Training for Churches and Sunday Schools
Effective attention-getting, participation, management and discipline techniques for any age group are demonstrated by Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education.
- Heart Disease
Ann O'Sullivan, assistant dean and associate professor of nursing, at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing
- Running for Exercise and Competition
Dr. Gary Cochell, professor of mathematics, participates in several races and marathons each year and discusses running for recreation and competition
- Stress Management
Ann O'Sullivan, assistant dean and associate professor of nursing at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing
- Women and Heart Disease
Ann O'Sullivan, assistant dean and associate professor of nursing at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing
- Women's Health
Ann O'Sullivan, assistant dean and associate professor of nursing Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing
- Maintaining Mental Health
Dr. Sheila Capp, associate professor of nursing at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing speaks on general strategies to manage transitions and the stress of change in life. “Depression Across the Lifespan” Recognizing signs and symptoms of depression in different age groups.
- Harems and Sultans: Life in the Ottoman Empire
Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history, explores the rich history of the Ottoman sultans and their harems from the 15th to the 20th centuries. Gain insight into the lives, beliefs, culture, and intrigues of harem life, while learning the impact of this culture on modern society.
- The Nicaraguan Revolution
Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history, shares observations from a year spent in this Latin America revolution. Slides included.
- The Six Wives of Henry VIII
Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history, looks at the personalities and politics surrounding Henry's six marriages.
- Leadership Skills
Ann O'Sullivan, assistant dean and associate professor of nursing at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing, discusses effective communication, conflict resolution, team building and building self-esteem.
- Leadership Skills / Motivation
Christian Guenther, head football coach, shares motivational
strategies and leadership skills that allowed him to become the
youngest head football coach in the NAIA in 2005. His focus is on
communication, mental toughness, and goal direction.
- Storytelling...Once Upon a Time
Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education, explores the methods and oral tradition of imaginative and spellbinding storytelling.
- What's New in Books for Children?
Sharon Upchurch, librarian and assistant professor of library science, will discuss what new books are available for children.
- Interesting Historical Tidbits in Mathematics
Dr. Gary Cochell, professor of mathematics, discusses interesting mathematical tidbits from the history of mathematics to suit the level and interest of the audience.
- The History of Math
Dr. Gary Cochell, professor of mathematics, discusses the history of mathematics in 19th century America and the role of women in this early history.
- Carols and Customs of the Christmas Season
Dr. Carol Fisher Mathieson, professor of music, sings selected Christmas carols and discusses the stories behind the music.
- Development of Jazz as an American Music
Dr. Thomas C. Polett, associate professor of music, will share information on the development of the jazz music style in America.
- Folk Ballads of the Southern Appalachians
Scottish refugees from the crofter clearings, Welsh coal miners looking for work, and Irish refugees from the potato famine flocked to the southern Appalachian mountains to find a new life, bringing with them the story-songs from the world they left behind. Dr. Carol Fisher Mathieson, professor of music, sings the songs of these hill folk and tells the story behind each ballad as it became part of the fabric of American tradition.
- Crusades
Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history and coordinator of study abroad programs, presents how the Crusades were launched to capture Jerusalem in the High Middle Ages and how these events have been perceived in modern history.
- Inspirational Talks or Devotions
Talks or devotions to inspire, encourage, exhort, and entertain will be drawn from the life of Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education. Suitable for women's or children's groups, churches or camps.
- Religion and Health Care Reform
After providing a brief overview of the religious landscape in America as it relates to politics, Dr. Andrew Walsh, associate professor of religion and philosophy, will highlight the role that compassionate religious communities in the United States have played in identifying health care as a human rights issue, supporting Medicare and Medicaid, and advancing the campaign for universal access to health care.
- Short-Term Mission Trips
We change our jobs, our clothes, light bulbs... why not change a life? Dr. Sue Abegglen, professor of education and experienced mission trip coordinator, presents ideas and suggestions for easy adaptation to foreign settings.
- American Indian Theatre
Jeff Kellogg, associate professor of theatre, draws on his 11-year association with UCLA's Project HOOP and seven years of developing Native American theatre on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation in presenting an overview of American Indian theatre. He gives a background in the historic cultural roots of native theatre in social and ceremonial traditions, then brings the audience to an understanding of the varied and vibrant life of native theatre today.
- Community Playmaking
Does your community have a story to tell? Would you like to make it a play? Jeff Kellogg, associate professor of theatre, draws on his varied experiences in group playmaking and community arts development to present a blueprint for creating a performance based on the history, culture and shared stories of any group of people.
- Life in Egypt
Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history and coordinator of study abroad programs, presents a slide show depicting his experiences while living two years in Cairo.
- Modern Turkey
Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history and coordinator of study abroad programs, looks at the society and culture of modern-day Turkey through the use of slides collected while visiting Turkey.
- Rocky Mountain National Park
Dr. Robert Sadler, professor of physical sciences and a former ranger for the National Park Service, discusses his favorite national park, Rocky Mountain National Park. The park, located 30 miles west of Loveland, Colo., is perhaps the best showcase of alpine mountain scenery in the 48 contiguous United States. It features mountains that rise to more than 14,000 feet of elevation, glaciated valleys, and a rich collection of wildlife.
- Singapore and Southeast Asia
This presentation considers the modern history and culture of Singapore, Malaysia, China, Hong Kong and Indonesia through the viewing of slides collected by Dr. Patrick Hotle, professor of history and coordinator of study abroad programs, during recent visits.
- Travels in China
Dell Ann Janney, professor of accounting or Kim Gaither, assistant professor of finance, will discuss China, a nation nearly unmatched for its complexities, fascination, and importance. Learn about cultural differences from firsthand experiences during the a study abroad trip to five cities including Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong. Hear about the ancient historical treasures in Beijing and Xian, including a walk on the Great Wall of China and a visit to the terra cotta warriors. This country will dramatically influence the world of the 21st century, and we'll share the perspective through American eyes.
- One "White Guy's" Lakota Spiritual Experiences
Jeff Kellogg, associate professor of theatre, shares the deep respect he gained for Lakota spirituality while living and working among the Sicangu Lakota Oyate for seven years on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation. He speaks from personal experience and study only and does not claim to be a spiritual leader.
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