Workshops Overview
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EARS workshops are free, led by EARS staff members, and intended to teach topics related to empathy, mental health, and effective communication. To request an EARS workshop for your organization, click on the "Request Now" button at the top of the page. Please fill out the form with as much detail as possible. Your response will give us a better idea of your organization's specific preferences and needs so we can tailor the workshop curriculum to best meet your group's goals.
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We have worked with various groups on campus, such as Alpha Phi Omega, Student Disability Union, Tatkon Center for New Students, and Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine, among many others.
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If you have questions about EARS Workshops after reading the sections below or need accommodations for this experience, please do not hesitate to reach out to us by email at ears@cornell.edu.
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Workshop Mediums
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We offer the following mediums for workshops:
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In-person
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Virtual (e.g., Zoom)
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Hybrid
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Workshop Topics
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We offer the following topics for workshops:
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Introduction to EARS and its Services
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Introduction to Empathy
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Active Listening
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Additional EARS Skills (e.g., Attitudes & Attending Behaviors, Probes, Validation)
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Case Studies (tailored to the group)
You can request one or more of the provided topics for your workshop curriculum.
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Workshop Lengths
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We offer the following topics for workshops:
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15 minutes
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30 minutes
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60 minutes
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60 + 60 minutes (two sessions)
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120 minutes
You can request a different length to better suit your workshop goals.