Rachelle (Friedman) Chapman - "The Glass Is Half Full - Drink Up!"
Tuesday, September 18, 2012  |  7:00pm  |  Science & Technology, Room C-307

Positive thinking breeds success and pessimism breeds failure and dissatisfaction.  The concept is simple but by truly living this philosophy you will feel better and bring more joy to those around you.  Ms. Rachelle Chapman is an ECU Alum whose story of love, courage, inspiration, perseverance, and hope has gained international attention resulting in numerous stories and television appearances such as the Today Show, Inside Edition, and George to the Rescue.  Don't miss the chance to personally hear her story, experience her positive spirit, see how this approach has proved beneficial, and learn ways to apply it to your everyday life!  For more information about Rachelle's incredible journey, click on the links below:

Mallory (Holtman) Fletcher - "Because Nice Matters"
Tuesday, October 23, 2012  |  6:00pm  |  Wright Auditorium

Join invited speaker Mallory Holtman to hear how an amazing story of kindness, character, and sportsmanship can provide lessons for our everyday lives in the office and classroom.  Holtman is best known as the college softball player who came up with the idea to carry an injured opponent around the bases after the opponent tore her ACL following a home run.  After the inspirational act, the story was featured in the New York Times, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, the Ellen DeGeneres show and many others.  Holtman was the recipient of an NCAA Sportsmanship Award, a Congressional Record, and an ESPY in 2008 for "Best Moment in Sports."  She is currently the Head Softball Coach at Central Washington University and is still active on the national speaker circuit.  Join our Facebook event at http://www.facebook.com/events/415370381842820.  For further information about Mallory, please visit the links below.

Mark Dreibelbis - "Dealing With Difficult People and Situations"
Thursday, November 8, 2012  |  6:30pm  |  Science & Technology, Room C-207

Dealing with difficult people can be challenging.  University employees commonly deal with many difficult types of people and often these interactions can indulge a degree of conflict.  Learn specific philosophies and techniques ("Verbal Judo") used by law enforcement personnel and sports officials to handle attacks and effectively resolve the situation.  Invited speaker Mark Dreibelbis is an Assistant Commissioner with the North Carolina High School Athletic Association with a wealth of experience in presenting to various audiences and in dealing with difficult people.  His engaging, energetic, and enthusiastic style will make this a session you do not want to miss.  For more information about the speaker, click on the link below.

Mark Dreibelbis Bio

DJ Gregory - "Reaching for a Dream"
Thursday, November 15, 2012  |  4:30pm  |  Harvey Hall at Ward Sports Medicine Building

DJ Gregory is a 33 year old who has cerebral palsy but has not let his disabilities affect his determination to achieve his goals and dreams.  As an infant his parents were told he would probably spend his life in a wheelchair.  But that didn't keep DJ from beating the odds as he endured five surgeries, learned to walk with a cane and eventually earned college degrees in sport management.  In 2008 he embarked on a goal of walking every hole of every round of every PGA Golf tournament.  This encompassed 44 tournaments and over 900 miles of walking.  His story is chronicled in his book, "Walking With Friends" and was featured in an ESPN story (see link below).  He currently resides in Savannah, GA where he is a motivational speaker while remaining close friends with many of the professionals that he met on the PGA Tour.  For more information about DJ Gregory, please click one of the links below.

Rachelle (Friedman) Chapman - "The Glass Is Half Full - Drink Up!"Tuesday, September 18, 2012  |  7:00pm  |  Science & Technology, Room C-307