Who We Are @ Latitudes

T E S T I M O N I A L . . .
"Louise Stone is simply the best group facilitator around! Louise builds bridges between people and develops trust. She creates a fun, supportive, and engaging atmosphere that brings out the best in everyone. Our workshop with her was so successful that we have already asked her back for next years retreat!"

Geri Maschio, Chair
Department of Theatre
University of Kentucky

The center was created in 2000 by Louise Stone, Director of Experiential Education at the University of Kentucky. Latitudes, by definition is a term of direction and also a word which indicates open-mindedness. These truths are woven throughout the many classes and sessions available at the center.

Latitudes provides individuals with guidance sessions and classes in all areas of personal development (e.g. assertiveness, career and life planning, self-awareness, spiritual development, creativity, etc.) and groups with classes and workshops to enhance their communication, team process and conflict resolution. Consultation to business work groups is provided at the center or at the business site.

The Owner
Louise Stone, M.A. in Student Development (counseling and education) from Eastern Kentucky University and a B.A. in Psychology from Radford College. She has been a social worker, a counselor, a teacher, and a college administrator. She has received numerous awards for her work, including the University of Kentucky "Sarah Bennett Holmes Award" in 2001 for her contributions to women at the university and in the community, the "Chancellor's Outstanding Professional Staff Award," the National Society for Experiential Education's "Servant Leader Award," and the Commonwealth of Kentucky's "Outstanding Internship Coordinator Award." In addition, Louise has had several articles published and developed a faculty handbook on Service-learning.

Photo by Melanie Mauer Photography

Louise is also a sculptor, a writer, and a teacher. She has developed Latitudes to bring together 30 years of experience in guiding others in the areas of self-esteem, self-understanding, career/life planning, learning styles, conflict resolution and team development. Her vision for Latitudes is that it will help others to share their expertise, expand their knowledge and come to a deeper understanding of self and life.