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Welcome
to the Labette Community College Speaker's Bureau!
Our faculty, staff and students are available to speak at your events at no
charge. If you have a topic in mind that is not listed here, please give us a call. We will try to accommodate all requests.
For the best service, please make reservations for your guest speaker at least two weeks in advance.
Please have the following information
available when you call:
Date of Event
Name of Organization/Event Sponsor
Preferred Topic (plus one alternate)
Number of Attendees Expected
General Age of Attendees (i.e. children or adults)
Location of Event
Educational Topics
How to Write Better Memos
This
session is intended for all people in the work force who find themselves
writing memos, whether monthly, weekly, or daily, whether in paper
format or electronic (e-mail). Since the memo is often the workhorse of
business communication, this presentation focuses on pointers for
improving the quality of communication in memos, while noting some
common uses and abuses of the memo.
Discussions on Literary Works
Enjoy a
casual but in-depth conversation on one or more literary works. Short
works (most poetry, some short-short stories) can be explored without
previous reading; longer works such as novels need to be read in advance
of the discussion.
Discussions on Short Stories or
Poems
For the Business Person
Everything must be done by the book. Learn more about the employment law,
how to hire and fire employees, sexual harassment and employee
supervision.
Keeping Kids in School
This session presents ideas to keep middle and high school students in
school. Many teenagers quit school each year because of substance abuse,
financial problems, family/childcare issues, academic problems and
academic boredom. All these issues can be addressed.
Leadership
Learn about the practices of an effective leader.
Finding the Right College
This speech is directed toward high school students and/or their parents.
It will explore the differences in universities, both private and public,
community colleges, ways to afford college, and student life issues. The
question-and-answer format encourages audience participation. One-on-one
counseling is also available. Make and appointment today.
Careers in Computers
Jobs are everywhere in the computer industry so how do you become part of
it? Learn more about careers, salaries, and educational opportunities in
programming and networking.
Mass Media in Society
How much are you really influenced by what you hear? You might be
surprised! Learn how TV, radio, and newspapers have shaped our culture and
discover where we may be headed with the internet.
Who Put the Community in LCC?
The community is an integral part of Labette Community College. Learn what
opportunities are available through the college and give us feedback on
how we are meeting your needs.
Workforce Education & Economic
Growth
Find out why workforce education is a key factor in economic growth for
any area, including Southeast Kansas.
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Hobbies/Special Interests
Five Steps to Successful Financial
Planning
Planning for your future begins today. This presentation will provide
you with the tools you need to succeed financially.
Mind over Matter - Dog Training
Your dog probably is trainable, but you must know the tricks. Learn to
make your dog obey through praise and attention.
Children & Dogs
This seminar teaches kids whether to approach a strange dog or not, how to
maintain a healthy dog and tips for teaching a family pet basic skills.
Digital Photos & Online
Auctions
So you've spent your money on the Internet, but isn't it time you made
some money? Learn how to take your own digital photos and post items for
sale at online auctions. Let the $$ flow!
Tourism
Want to be a tourist? Want to bring tourists to your community? Learn more
about tourist areas and why they are attractive to travelers.
Breaking into Show Business
One part talent, one part dedication, one part networking, and four parts
luck! Learn more about what it takes to succeed in show business and what
determines success.
Be Remembered Forever
Learn how to establish an endowed scholarship in your name/organization to
benefit students.
Cooking Healthy
What to fix for dinner? Meals can be quick, healthy, and still taste
sinful. You don't have to feel deprived. Learn from the LCC master!
Making Money Stretch
Money concerns can rip apart marriages and destroy families. Learn how to
make wise financial decisions that are acceptable for everyone.
Gardening
What should you plant? When? How much water should you give. Discover some
tips about America's favorite pastime.
Say Cheese!
Are you frustrated when your photos don't turn out as you had hoped? Learn
the basics of photo composition to improve your results.
Visual Arts & Graphic Design
Whether you are looking for a new career or just enjoy browsing, this
speech will show you the basics of design and the concepts that dominate
the market. Learn how Gestault psychology plays a role.
Historic Preservation
We have so many beautiful things around us, but are burdened with the
new-is-better attitude. Discover what is happening to ensure our
"yesterday" is here "tomorrow."
Herbs
Used in foods and for health, herbs can be an important tool for
maintaining our bodies. Learn some important facts about herbs.
Alcohol in Kansas
This presentation will give you a history of alcohol in
Kansas from
prohibition to today. In addition, you will learn
about the State of Kansas Alcoholic Beverage Control department operations
and laws concerning cereal malt beverages and hard liquors. You will also
gain insights into topics like fraudulent IDs, liquor licenses, sting
procedures and new laws effecting parents and guardians.
US/Korean relationship
Hear from Rick Fulton, Adjunct instructor in LCC History Department,
as he recounts his experiences from spending the 1980's in Korea as a
speech writer.
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Healthcare Issues
Healthy Heart, Happy Life
How much do our lifestyles really affect our health and happiness? Learn
more about smoking, heart & lung diseases, and our daily habits that
cause so much damage.
Domestic Violence
No one plans to be in this situation, but it still happens. Learn more
about preventing, intervening, and stopping domestic violence. Discover
how the violence begins and understand the mind-set of the victim. Former
victim may be available.
Men's Health Issues
Men have their own list of special medical concerns, such as prostate
cancer, impotency and more. This speech can focus on any one topic or
cover a wide variety of topics. Must specify and call at least tow weeks
prior to event.
Women's Health Issues
More research is done every year to help combat women's health issues, but
much is left to be done. this topic can be customized to any group to
cover almost any health concern. Two weeks advance notice is required and
topic must be specified.
Children's Health Issues
From cancers to growing pains, children face their own set of medical
troubles. They also progress through a series of changes in their bodies,
which can be confusing. Please specify any special area of interest and
call two week in advance to schedule a speaker.
Adolescent Health Issues
The teen years may be the most difficult. While teens are struggling
through puberty, they are also exposed to a large variety of temptations,
such as alcohol and drugs. This speech can be customized. Two weeks notice
required.
Caring Conversations--A
New Approach to Advance Care Planning
The goal of the presentation is to help families share meaningful and
loving experiences while making practical preparations for end-of -life
decisions. Helping facilitate "caring conversations," an advance
directive document, and discussing the most frequently asked questions
about advance directives, will improve end-of-life decision making. Having
caring conversations with one's family and friends can help reassure us
that our preferences will be known and respected.
Immunizations
Why is it so important to immunize children? Find out in this
informative presentation.
Nutrition
So we all know eating right is important, but what kinds of foods are
good for us and what kinds of foods are bad? With all of the media contradictions,
sometimes it is hard to determine what is good nutrition. How do you
strike a balance?
Fibromyalgia
Find out more about this painful disease and how those afflicted can
lead a normal life.
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