Capella University

No university can function properly without a faculty dedicated to both teaching and research. Sara Orem, PhD, a member of the faculty at capella university, recently co-authored Appreciative Coaching: A Positive Process for Change. The book’s other co-authors are Jacqueline Binkert, PhD, and Ann Clancy, PhD.

Appreciative Coaching takes the position that groups and individuals succeed when they concentrate on ideals, achievements, and best practices. The book suggests that one can reach success by following a path though four stages--Discovery, Dream, Design, and Destiny.

Orem is a member of the faculty and a coach at Capella's School of Business and Technology. In addition, she operates her own coaching firm, where she implements her ideas regarding appreciative coaching. She lives in Oakland, California.

Capella is an online university, which satisfies the needs of students who cannot attend classes on a traditional campus. It presently serves over 17,900 students throughout the United States and in 56 foreign countries. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. For more information, log on to capella.edu or call 1-888-CAPELLA (227-3552).