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Note: Classes marked with an (8) are part of the CORE 8 program.  
Classes marked with an (AP) are part of the Indispensable  
Administrative Assistant program. Classes marked by a (T) are part of  
our Trailblazers: Pathways to Effective Supervision program.

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Controversial Issues Workshop

Interested in essential skills related to dealing with tough  
interpersonal and intergroup conflicts. This incredible class  
demonstrates a method for assisting diverse groups to work together  
even in tough, emotionally charged conflicts.

What: Controversial Issues Workshop
When: Tuesday, May 19th, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who: Eunice Currie and Shawn DuMond

Attendees for this class must have attended the Welcoming Diversity  
workshop to attend this session.

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Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say: Essential Communication  
Skills (8)

Do you struggle to find the right words in a conversation? Do you find  
yourself not being able to get your point across? Now is your  
opportunity to learn the skills that can empower you to speak clearly  
and effectively.

What: Essential Communication Skills
When: Thursday, May 21st, 2009, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200
Who: Jake Allen

Participants will learn about communication styles, assertiveness, non- 
verbal communication, and additional keys to communication that will  
educate and empower.

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Interested in Technical/Computer classes?

For a full up to date list of computer training classes or to register  
for a computer class, please visit the OIT Training website.

http://www.uta.edu/oit/cs/training/index.php

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Contact Shawn DuMond by e-mail at [log in to unmask] or by phone at Ext:  
2-5518 with your questions or comments.

OUR MISSION: "It is the purpose of the Staff Development Office of The  
University of Texas at Arlington to empower the employees of our  
University by providing educational opportunities in the areas of  
Professional Development, Personal Growth and Family Enrichment."