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July 2008

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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Maverick 101: New Employee Orientation (8)
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, July 2nd, 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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Coaching Skills for Supervisors (T)
 
Great coaches inspire great achievement, expect sacrifice, demand excellence, inspire victory, and garner respect. This top-level course gives you the essential coaching skills to immediately improve your day-to-day and long-term performance as a manager.
 
What: Coaching Skills for Supervisors
When: Thursday, July 10th, 2008, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond
 
The benefits of coaching you'll find in this short course will change the way you work and lead.
 
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Managing Stress in the Workplace (AP)
 
Is stress affecting how you function at work or at home? Stress is normal and sometimes even necessary. How you handle stress makes all the difference in the world. 
 
What: Managing Stress in the Workplace
When: Tuesday, July 15th, 2008, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Where: Wetsel Room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond

Learn what stress is and how to identify and understand it. In addition, discover how to identify your sources of your stress.
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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, July 16th, 2008, 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Where: Environmental Health & Safety Building, 500 Summit Ave. 
Who: Environmental Health and Safety Trainers
 
The skills you learn here could save a life. Participants will receive CPR certification card.
 
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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: Conflict Resolution Workshop
When: Thursday, July 17th, 2008, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center
Who: Eunice Currie and Shawn DuMond
 
Prerequisite: Welcoming Diversity Workshop (Contact Shawn DuMond for details)

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Lunch-N-Learn: Diabetes Prevention

Understanding what diabetes is, who is a risk of developing the disease, and strategies for prevention.  Presented by a member of Tarrant County Public Health.

What: Lunch-N-Learn: Diabetes Prevention 
When: Wednesday July 23rd, 2008, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Where: Maverick Activity Center 101B
Who: Quest University Wellness 

Bring a sack lunch and a notepad.

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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, July 24th, 2008, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond
 
Participants will learn about communication styles, assertiveness, non-verbal communication, and additional keys to communication that will educate and empower.
 
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Professional Telephone Techniques (8)
 
This course is a basic introduction to telephone etiquette and customer service skills.  Learn to develop and utilize listening and speaking skills for better communication between the customer and yourself.  Discover what to do and say when a phone call becomes difficult.
 
What: Professional Telephone Techniques
When: Tuesday July 29th, 2008, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond
 
A little effort and the right knowledge will go a long way in having a professional phone conversation.

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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/clientservices/training
 
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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."