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March 2009
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, March 4th, 2009, 8:00 a.m.-12:00
p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Jake Allen, Rosa Newman, 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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Get Organized: Keys to Everyday Office Success (8)
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: Keys to Everyday Office Success
When: Tuesday, March 10th, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00
a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Jake Allen
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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CPR Anytime
Now everyone can learn the invaluable lifesaving skill of
CPR anytime anywhere in under 30 minutes. Teach your family and friends and
learn to save a life may be yours!
What: CPR Anytime
When: Wednesday March 11th, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-10:00
a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Rosa Newman
Each participant will receive a kit that includes a reduced-size
practice mannequin, a CPR Anytime Skills practice DVD, a CPR resource booklet
and other instructional accessories.
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Food for Thought: How To Shop for Nutrition
Learn what foods and beverages make up a healthy shopping
list, where to find these foods and how advertising may influence your
selections. Tips on keeping costs
down and nutritional value high will also be discussed.
What: How To Shop for Nutrition
When: Wednesday, March 11th, 2009, 12:00
p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Where: Maverick Activity Center 101B
Who: Jeremy Rhoden, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, and Assistant Director
QUEST University Wellness at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Bring your sack lunch and a notepad.
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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: Thursday, March 12th, 2009, 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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Fundamental Skills for Supervisor and Managers (T)
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, March 12th, 2009, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Jake Allen
Participants will learn best practices for communication,
coaching, dealing with difficult employees, and performance enhancement.
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MavLife: Livin’ Like A Maverick-Recession Proofing Your Finances
Are you feeling the financial crunch due to the economic
situation in our country? Do you find yourself with lots of questions on
how to manage your finances, stocks, mortgage, retirement, credit score, or how
to budget your money? Then this is the class for you!
What: Recession Proofing Your Finances
When: Friday, March 13th, 2009, 12:00 p.m.-1:00
p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Todd Mark, Vice President of Education at Consumer
Credit Counseling Services
Bring your sack lunch and a note pad.
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Culture Share (Welcoming Diversity)
We know you are proud of who you are and where you come
from. We want to hear about. Join us for this one-hour session to learn more
about the culture and heritage of your fellow Mavericks.
What: Culture Share
When: Tuesday, March 17th, 2009, 11:00 a.m.-12:00
p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Eunice Currie and Shawn DuMond
Presenters will be selected before the class and will be
those who have already attended the Welcoming Diversity class.
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Making the Right Hiring Decision (T) (previously titled-
Hiring Good People)
Hiring the right people for the right job is essential in
today’s market. This class will provide you with the knowledge and tools to
enable supervisors to recruit and retain good employees.
What: Making The Right Hiring Decision
When: Tuesday, March 24th, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00
a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Elena Radeva, UT Arlington Office of Human Resources
Participants will explore best practices and proven
techniques that will help you build a great work team.
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MavLife: Livin’ Like A Maverick-Secrets of the Coupon Mom
Trying to find ways to stretch your dollar while shopping
for groceries and supplies? Most shoppers do not realize the many savings
strategies available to them in their own grocery stores. Join us and learn the
tips and techniques to being a Strategic Shopper. This is information could
save you big bucks on your next shopping trip.
What: Secrets of the Coupon Mom
When: Wednesday, March 25th, 2009, 12:00
p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Todd Mark, Vice President of Education at Consumer
Credit Counseling Services
Bring your sack lunch and a note pad.
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Project Management (AP)
In today's time-based and cost-conscious global business
environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are the norm.
This course will help participants gain an introduction to project management,
along with essentials skills and techniques necessary for planning and
executing projects on time, on budget, and with maximum efficiency and
productivity.
What: Project Management
When: Thursday, March 26th, 2009, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center room 200
Who: Jake Allen
If you have a project that you are working on or a project
you are just about to start, this is a class for you.
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Grief Sensitivity for Supervisors (T)
There are many ways in which families, friends, co-workers,
neighbors and professionals can be supportive of those who have suffered a
loss. In this workshop we will point out how people grieve differently and
present ways to assist them through this difficult time.
What: Grief Sensitivity for Supervisors
When: Tuesday, March 31st, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center, room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond
This workshop will provide supervisors and managers the
basic tools for helping grieving employees and present guidelines on how to
deal with the different phases of grief in the workplace.
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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."