Training/Staff Development Opportunities
January 2008
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Maverick 101: New Employee Orientation
If you are new to UT Arlington or if you are an existing employee looking to
reconnect with the pulse of the University, then I’ve got the class for you.
What: Maverick 101: New Employee Orientation
When: Wednesday January 9th, 2008, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond and a host of key UT Arlington department leaders.
Come learn about the exciting happenings here at UT Arlington and hear from key
departments that want to make your work and life easier and more fulfilling.
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Surviving in the Windows Environment: A Mac User’s Guide
This class will teach you some Mac basics and usage in the
University’s Windows dominated environment.
What: Surviving in the Windows Environment
When: Wednesday January 9th, 2008, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Where: Fine Arts Building Room 404
Who: OIT Trainer
Yes, you can survive with your MAC!
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Microsoft Office 2007 Introduction
All OIT computer and many office machines already have been
or very quickly will be upgraded to Office 2007. Participants will have a
hands-on exploration of the basic features for this incredible new addition to
the Microsoft world.
What: Microsoft Office 2007 Introduction
When: Monday January 14th, 2008, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Ransom Hall Room 211A
Who: OIT Trainer
Don’t get left behind – learn what’s new in Office 2007.
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Effective Employee Appraisals
This course will teach you the importance of the performance
review and how it can be used as a tool to develop your employees and your
teams. In addition you'll learn other ways to recognize and reward your
employees and fellow team members and create a win/win atmosphere within your
department.
What: Effective Employee Appraisals
When: Tuesday January 15th, 2007, 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Where: Sweet Center 406 Summit Ave.
Who: Jim Clingan
If you are a current manager or supervisor or if you are
thinking about moving into one of these roles in the future, you need this
information.
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Get Organized: Keys to Everyday Office Success
If your office is a mess and you are drowning in your to-do
list, then this class is for you. Participants will learn how backlogs happen,
how to manage paperwork, how to eliminate clutter, and discover the benefits of
organization.
What: Get Organized: Key to Everyday Office Success
When: Thursday, January 17th, 2008, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond
Now is the time and today is the day to get organized and
stay organized. Only you can make it happen.
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Microsoft Office 2007 Introduction
All OIT computer and many office machines already have been
or very quickly will be upgraded to Office 2007. Participants will have a
hands-on exploration of the basic features for this incredible new addition to
the Microsoft world.
What: Microsoft Office 2007 Introduction
When: Thursday January 17th, 2008, 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.
Where: Ransom Hall Room 211A
Who: OIT Trainer
Don’t get left behind – learn what’s new in Office 2007.
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Microsoft Office 2007 Introduction
All OIT computer and many office machines already have been
or very quickly will be upgraded to Office 2007. Participants will have a
hands-on exploration of the basic features for this incredible new addition to
the Microsoft world.
What: Office 2007 Intro
When: Friday January 18th, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Where: Ransom Hall Room 211A
Who: OIT Trainer
Don’t get left behind – learn what’s new in Office 2007.
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Microsoft Word 2003-Level I
This course covers the basics of using Microsoft Word 2003.
You will learn to insert delete, copy, move, and format text. In addition, you
will learn to use the spell checker, add footnotes, and endnotes, create
outlines, and add headers and footers.
What: Microsoft Word 2003 Level I
When: Tuesday January 22nd, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Where: Business Building Room 340
Who: OIT Trainer
This is a great place to learn the basic and lay your
foundation for further growth in Microsoft Word 2003.
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Microsoft Word 2007-Level I
This course covers the basics of using Microsoft Word 2007.
You will learn to insert delete, copy, move, and format text. In addition, you
will learn to use the spell checker, add footnotes, and endnotes, create
outlines, and add headers and footers.
What: Microsoft Word 2007 Level I
When: Tuesday January 22nd, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Where: Ransom Hall 211A
Who: OIT Trainer
This is a great place to learn the basic and lay your
foundation for further growth in Microsoft Word 2007.
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AHA
HEARTSAVERS: First Aid with CPR and AED
Would you know what to do if someone around you was having a heart attack?
What: AHA HeartSavers: First Aid with CPR and AED
When: Wednesday January 23rd, 2008, 9:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Where: Environmental Health & Safety Building, 500 Summit Ave.
Who: Environmental Heath and Safety Trainers
The skills you learn here could save a life. Participants will receive CPR
certification card.
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Lunch & Learn: High Blood Pressure Prevention
Find out what hypertension is, how it affects your body,
signs & symptoms, and risk factors. Learn ways to help prevent or delay
getting high blood pressure or its complications.
What: High Blood Pressure Prevention
When: Wednesday January 23rd, 2008 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m.
Where: Maverick Activity Center Room 101B
Who: Quest University Wellness
Presented by Angela D. Marshall, B.A., Health Educator,
Tarrant County Public Health, Chronic Disease/Injury Prevention.
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Microsoft Word 2003-Level II
This course is a continuation of the Word 2003 Level I
course. You will earn more advance formatting techniques, adding graphics and
shapes, and mail merge.
What: Microsoft Word 2003 Level I
When: Wednesday January 23rd, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Where: Business Building Room 340
Who: OIT Trainer
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Fundamental Skills for Supervisors/Managers
If you are a first time supervisor/manager looking for the
key tools for success in your new role or a longtime supervisor/manager, then
you don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn and grow. This course deals
with the essential skills and knowledge for all supervisors and mangers.
What: Fundamental Skills for Supervisors/Managers
When: Thursday January 24th, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond
Participants will learn best practices for communication,
coaching, dealing with difficult employees, and performance enhancement.
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Powerful Proofreading Skills
You need more than “spell check” to produce quality letters
or reports. This course is designed to identify the skills need to create and
produce documents with accuracy and without error.
What: Powerful Proofreading Skills
When: Tuesday January 29th. 2008, 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who: Shawn Dumond
The techniques of this course will help you learn to handle
projects as simple as a quick e-mail and as difficult as detailed technical
reports.
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Microsoft Word 2007-Level II
This course is a continuation of the Word 2007 Level I
course. You will earn more advance formatting techniques, adding graphics and
shapes, and mail merge.
What: Microsoft Word 2007 Level II
When: Wednesday January 30th, 2008, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Ransom Hall 211A
Who: OIT Trainer
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Contact Shawn DuMond by e-mail at [log in to unmask] or by phone at Ext: 2-7292
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."