July 2008

I. INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS

You Got To Move

Tuesday, July 10, 6:30-8:30pm
Panel: Marilyn Jackson, PhD, Cynthia Lawrence, PhD, WISR Faculty and Nolan Jones, WISR MA in Psychology Student

We will watch the film, You Got to Move, about the Highlander Center in Tennessee and how it supported the Civil Rights Movement. Marilyn Jackson, WISR Faculty, will tell about her research linking the Highlander Center to the folk school movement in Denmark and how this influenced social policy in Europe, especially Scandinavia. Marilyn will present for discussion, her research on how the folk school principles can be and are used in the U.S., as well as similar movements of education for social change, of which WISR is a part. The panel and participants will respond as to how this relates to their work in education for social change. Contact WISR for a copy of Marilyn's paper on the folk school movement and other readings about the Highlander Center.

Discussion of Readings On Economic Development and Moral Philosophy, Part II
Monday, June 23, 6:30-8:30 pm
Ellen Furnari, WISR PhD Student, Vera Labat, MPH, & John Bilorusky, PhD, WISR Faculty, Facilitators

We will review analyses of writings by the philosopher, John Rawls, and of the Nobel Prize winning economist, Amartya Sens. Sens applied some of Rawls' ideas of social justice to look much more expansively than most at economic development. As an economist, Sens is not just concerned about income and the like, but also with issues of freedom, equality and the environment. This is an ongoing discussion group, providing an opportunity to reflect on and discuss some common readings on social theory and philosophy, as related to practical concerns and our larger interests in social change. Snacks will be provided. Contact WISR for a copy of the recommended reading.

II. MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY (MFT) SEMINARS

These seminars are designed for students pursuing an MFT license. Other interested persons are welcome to attend but are requested to RSVP.
The MFT seminars are on Saturdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm and include a short break to eat a bag lunch.

Conceptualizing Private Practice - Part 1 of 2
Saturday, July 12, 10:00am-2:00pm
Ronald Mah, MA, MFT, WISR Faculty

Marketing or selling yourself or your agency is about articulating to potential clients what to do, why you do it, and what makes it work for them. "Who" you are marketing is clear (you are marketing your or the agency's name, yourself), while "what" you are marketing is distinctly different. Private practice hopefuls or agency promoters may publish articles, present workshops, and network adequately and they may adequately present their names to potential clients, while inadequately presenting anything in particular that is distinguishing, provocative, applicable, or possibly effective to motivate those potential clients to give them a call for therapy or programs. The workshop will teach how to market yourself or your agency in a practical manner that resonates with the needs of potential clients. This seminar will be held at Ronald Mah's office at:

433 Estudillo Ave., #305
San Leandro, CA 94577-4915

For directions go to www.RonaldMah.com for a Yahoo Map link, or call Ronald at (510) 614-5641.

(Upcoming monthly Saturday seminar(s) with Ronald Mah will be August 2 and Sept. 13.)

Psychopharmacology - Part 2
July 26, 10:00am -2:00pm
Carole Morton, MFT, WISR MA Alumna, Faculty

Carole Morton, MFT, WISR MA Alumna, Faculty. Psychopharmacology is the use of psychotropic medications in the treatment of psychological disorders. This seminar will examine the role of the psychotherapist and psychotherapy in their use. This seminar will also explore the new trends in psychopharmacology, the pros and cons of usage, and alternative therapies (what they are and when they are appropriate to use). (Upcoming seminar(s) with Carole Morton will be Aug. 23 & Sept. 20.)

III) OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING /EVENTS

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**Prospective students and others wishing to learn more about WISR are invited to attend these seminars. WISR is on Sacramento at Harmon Street, one block north of Alcatraz. ~ mail@wisr.edu

***Contact WISR if you need a ride or can offer one.