The CDC reports that roughly 129 million Americans suffer with at least one chronic condition. That's just under half of the entire US population. A year ago I was diagnosed with a chronic illness and it has changed the way I view life, work, and my future. I have found a community through co-workers who struggle with the same thing. I'd like to propose an opportunity for anyone at Ozarks Tech who has a chronic illness to join this conversation of encouragement and community.
Effective communication is key to collaboration, decision-making, and conflict resolution within educational institutions. The TRIP Communication Model (Task, Relationship, Identity, Process) offers a framework to navigate communication challenges among diverse academic relationships. This presentation introduces the TRIP model and demonstrates how it can improve communication and outcomes in higher education settings.