The Islander Leadership Academy will equip students with essential skills to succeed both academically and professionally. Students will benefit from workshops led by engineers and consultants, gaining valuable insights into real world engineering challenges.
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Fall 2025 Islander Leadership Academy Series
Project Management Seminar Series
Join our Project Management Seminar to gain a comprehensive understanding of project management within organizations.
This seminar will cover key topics such as Human & Organizational Behavior, Project Finance, and the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Knowledge areas. Participants will learn about project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and the importance of work processes. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your project management skills and knowledge!
Presented by: Rene Ramirez
Rene Ramirez has over 34 years of experience in the Petrochemical Industry with 22 years working in a refinery (over 15 years as a frontline supervisor). Rene has a background in project management, engineering design, construction, maintenance & turnarounds. Since 2012, Rene has worked as a Senior Auditor for BP auditing major projects ($250MM +) and organizational capabilities.
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Dates: Wednesdays, October 8, October 22, and November 5
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: RFEB 101
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/s7agzg3js4
The Power of Communication: Every Leader's Superpower Series
Breaking through your communication perceptions! This seminar clears the way to make your messages stronger and clearer. We’ll talk about what makes communication effective and work on skills for when you’re speaking one-on-one, with a team, or in front of a group. You’ll learn how to “hack” your own self-talk so your confidence and delivery stay sharp, even when nerves kick in. We’ll also explore how different personality types and emotional intelligence shape the way we connect with people, especially in today’s workforce.
Presented by: Debbie Lindsey-Opel
With a passion for catalyzing positive change and a wealth of experience across sectors, Debbie Lindsey-Opel is an influential force in the world of strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and professional development.
Dates: Thursdays, October 16, and October 30
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: RFEB 108
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/NdeUxwZCtr
