Professor Brian Leacock is the Associate Director of the Gustavson School of Business at the University of Victoria. As part of the UVic Speakers Bureau, Brian travels around BC sharing his knowledge and expertise on Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Understanding the unique position EAL professionals are in, Brian is going to speak about Emotional Intelligence and Academic Success, coupled with Emotional Intelligence and Cultural Diversity. Using well-established emotional intelligence measurement tools, participants will learn how EQ impacts social, academic and cultural aspects of themselves and their students.