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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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The Building Blocks of Business Writing

Everything you write by hand or produce on a computer is a reflection  
of who you are as a professional. Taking the time to communicate  
effectively in writing is a key to your workplace success.

What: The Building Blocks of Business Writing
When: Tuesday, July 21st, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Where: Wetsel Service Center Room 200
Who: Shawn DuMond

In this course, you will learn basic and next level skills that will  
improve your writing skills and help you on the road to achieving the  
greatest level of effectiveness in your writing.

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Say What You Mean, 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: Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.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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Welcoming Diversity (8)

This workshop is an experiential, interactive program designed to  
promote awareness and increased sensitivity to the many similarities  
and differences among individuals and groups in our society.  Done in  
an upbeat, hopeful tone, the program focuses on developing self-pride,  
examining stereotypes, and learning skills in responding to  
prejudicial jokes, remarks, and slurs. Participants will also discover  
how to be more attentive to diversity and racism in the workplace and  
community.

What: Welcoming Diversity
When: Thursday, July 23rd, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where: Rady Room, 6th floor Nederman Hall
Who: Eunice Currie and Shawn DuMond

Lunch will be provided. Please dress in comfortable/casual attire.

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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."