Today during class the topic of discussion was conflict. We talked about a lot of different types of conflict. We also talked about that having brothers and sisters might make it easier to deal with conflict. I think that this is very true. I have two brothers and two sisters, we would always be getting into arguments about small things. I learned to compromise better by giving in on somethings and then the next conflict they would give in. Conflict is not a bad thing if you know the right way to deal with it and turn it into something positive.

Zach

Today in class we starting talking about conflicts, the main type we discussed was psuedo-conficts, which is the misunderstanding between two interdependent people. I actually encountered one of these types of conflicts yesterday at work with a co-worker of mine. I was trying to explain to him an aspect of a piece of equipment that I was trying to sell and he was getting upset with me because he didn't understand what I was trying to say, quickly I explained exactly what I was talking about so the conflict didn't escalate into an arguement. I think that this is a good subject to learn about because everyone encounters conflicts in their everyday life.


Chris Meding
Com 320 Boilermakers

Service Project Planning Details

Some of the group and I were able to talk to the President of Circle K tonight. Her name is Becky Wilson. We went into detail on what we are trying to plan for the service project.

First, the two main things we are doing is a recruitment drive and help organize/set up the event. Second, we discussed about who we would like to target to help (mostly other organizations on campus and fraternities/sororities). We plan on either setting up a booth, chalking, sheet, and/or flyers. Finally, we talked about the time we might like to do it. We are thinking in the beginning of November sometime.

This is what we did for our service project this week.

Kyle P. Smith
Com. 320 Boilermakers

This week our group went to a Circle K meeting that kyle is a part of and we found some good ideas at the meeting. It was my first time ebeing at one of those meetings. I think they are a great program that really helps out around the community. We have narrowed our decision down to a can food drive. I am really excited to get started on this project.


Zach
Com 320 Boilermakers

Starting the Service Project

Today, some of my group members and I went to a Purdue Circle K meeting. We are going to use Purdue Circle K as our community organization.

You can locate Purdue Circle K via this web link: http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~circlek/

We discussed some project ideas and decided on a specific one. We all decided to do a food can drive. We still need more details but we got some of the basics. What we plan to do is start a recruitment drive to get people to volunteer for it. Then we will try to set up the event for Purdue Circle K. We are still working on the details but this is what we have so far.

Kyle P. Smith
Com 320 Boilermakers

Name: Nathan Zink

Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

Senior graduating in May 2010


My major and work experience as a manager have given me good team work and leadership skills. I believe my background will also help the group resolve any conflicts that arise within the group. I believe that the different backgrounds and skills that each member possesses will allow for a better end product at the conclusion of the course.

Group Rules

Group Contract for Com 320 Boilermakers

Rule 1: Everyone does equal amount of work on any group project that we get.

Rule 2: Everyone checks their emails at least once a day to check for Com 320 updates.

Rule 3: If missing a meeting time, send an email at least one hour before the meeting to notify all members.

Rule 4: Be attentive and take part in all group meetings.

Rule 5: Be prepared for all group meetings.

Rule 6: When we make a meeting date, it will be on a Tuesday and/or a Thursday only.

Rule 7: If a member is not actively participating in the group, may be subject to being kicked out of the group.

Name: Kyle P. Smith

Major: Computer Graphics Technology

Junior

My major has trained me to acquire most if not all the skills that it will take in order to be a successful leader in the Computer Graphics Industry. I believe I can help out our group with my communication skills I have learned and problem solving techniques I have had to develop. I believe this group will go far. We all seem to get along and bring new ideas to the table. We all work well together.

Name: Christopher Meding

Major: Agricultural Marketing & Sales

Senior Graduating Next December

Since I've been at Purdue, I've been in many groups and have participated in many activities that has required me to be active with groups. Through these experiences I have learned many things about others and myself. I have learned that I am a very blunt person, even though what I say might not always be positive, it is the truth. I think that honesty is one important aspect that I bring to the group, because if group members can't be truthful then you will never actually know how the other group members feel about the project. I think that our group has a great variety of people that will bring many different characteristics to the table, enabling us to succeed in completing a professional project.

Name: Zach Burlingame

Major: OLS

Senior graduating next December

As a senior in OLS I have gained great experience in working with others. I have also seen that it is a vitale part of success in the workplace. I think that I can bring good and new ideas to this group. I will always bring good communication and a good work ethic to the group. Our group seems like we have the individuals that it takes to succeed in group activitiesand im looking forward to working with them.

Name: Dustin Coomes

Major: Agribusiness Management

5th Year Senior Graduating in December




Since I have been in college now for over four years I feel as if working in groups is part of every semester and class. With my many experiences I have felt that each one has helped me to learn more about working with others in groups. Just in the few times that I have worked with our group I feel I can already trust everyone to share in all tasks.
Personally I always do my best to work hard and do my part. One of the best things I bring to the table in our group is that I am not afraid of giving feedback. With me saying this I always try to make a conscious effort to make it positive. In all I am going to try and work with all members to make this experience a good one and hopefully come out with a good grade.

Mission Statement

Com 320 Boilermakers are a group of five students from all different majors dedicated to their educational endeavors to do their best and improve on group communication through the teachings of Communication 320 – Small Group Communication. Our terminal goal by the end of the semester is to help benefit our community by the skills and teachings we learn from Com 320.