The EmpowerED Student Group Training Workshops are a series of sessions designed to empower WashU undergraduate student groups by equipping them with essential resources, tools, and knowledge for achieving success.

Calendar of upcoming EmpowerED Student Group Training Workshops

WorkshopDate & TimeLocationRegistration Information
Student Group Leader Training (SGLT)Saturday, August 30, 2025Simon HallTBA

Request an EmpowerED Student Group Training Workshop from Campus Life


Requesting a student group workshop provides tailored training to enhance your group’s effectiveness, engagement, and teamwork. These workshops offer practical strategies and skills, empowering members of your student group to achieve their full potential and drive group success. The available EmpowerED Student Group Training Workshops include:

Empowering the Core: Strategies to Motivate Mid-Level Student Group Members

Unlock the potential of your student organization’s core members with our “Empowering the Core” workshop. This session focuses on effective strategies to engage, inspire, and retain mid-level members, ensuring they remain motivated and committed. Learn how to create a supportive environment, recognize contributions, and foster a sense of ownership that drives your group’s success. Empower your central team to thrive and lead with enthusiasm.

Foundations, Principles & Practices Using Your Student Group Constitution

Ensure your student organization operates smoothly and effectively with our “Foundations, Principles & Practices Using Your Student Group Constitution” workshop. This session will help you understand the core elements of your constitution, guiding principles, and the best practices for implementing its provisions. Learn how to leverage your group’s constitution to navigate challenges, maintain order, and uphold your organization’s mission and values. Set a solid foundation for governance and success.

Leadership Handoff: Successful Officer Transition Strategies for Student Groups

Ensure a smooth and effective leadership changeover with our “Leadership Handoff” workshop. This session provides comprehensive strategies for planning and executing officer transitions, emphasizing continuity, knowledge transfer, and sustained organizational success. Equip your outgoing and incoming officers with the tools they need for a seamless transition, ensuring your student group remains strong and vibrant.

Student Group Events & Programs with Alcohol Training for Student Groups

This training is mandatory for student groups organizing events or programs that involve alcohol. Prior to approval of their event/program, student groups must successfully complete this training. The training will cover the university’s alcohol policy and procedures while outlining the responsibilities of the designated contact person who will be responsible for the event. It aims to ensure that student groups are aware of and comply with the university’s guidelines concerning alcohol and event planning.

Student Group Conflict Resolution: Harmony in Motion

This training is designed to equip student groups with the skills and techniques necessary to navigate and handle conflicts within their student group. Participants will learn strategies for effective communication, active listening, and mediation to resolve conflicts in a constructive and collaborative manner. During the training, attendees will explore various conflict scenarios commonly encountered by student groups, such as disagreements over leadership, decision-making, or conflicting goals. Facilitators will provide practical tools and resources to help participants assess and understand the underlying causes of conflict.

Student Group Travel Planning Essentials: Mastering Effective Trip Planning

This workshop will provide student groups with valuable information and guidance on planning a successful trip for an upcoming event or program. During the workshop, you will learn the necessary policies and procedures, as well as how to access funding to cover the expenses associated with the trip. This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources needed to plan an effective and well-organized trip.

Contact

Are you looking for additional training or workshops? Reach out to the Student Involvement team in Campus Life:

Sarah Edmondson

Associate Director for Student Involvement

Scott Williams

Assistant Director of Student Involvement & Student Groups

Cole Fornier

Coordinator for Education and Compliance

Jacob Goedde

Coordinator for Diverse Communities and Group Development