[cid:A6FA50FC-CE8E-46F3-97C3-F033CA758AD5/top.jpg] Staff Development Opportunities[cid:E3C9416E-B7CE-4218-BFF2-D1F43565ACD6@uta.edu](Registration/Training Calendar<https://policy.uta.edu/HRWeb/Application?cmd=classes>) (Staff Development Home<http://www.uta.edu/hr/staff-development/index.php>) (Human Resources Home<http://www.uta.edu/hr/>) Next Week 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. --------------------------------------------------------------- MAV Life-Living Like A Maverick: Ready, Set, GOAL! Goal setting for 2010 It's the start of 2010 and what better way to kick off the new year by setting short and long term goals. Come to this MavLife class and find out new strategies and gain new knowledge in setting goals for work and for your personal life in 2010. What: Ready, Set, GOAL! Goal setting for 2010 When: Tuesday, January 26th, 2010, 12:00 p.m. – 1: 00 p.m. Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200 Who: Jake Allen Feel free to bring your lunch and leave this class with a great set of personal and professional goals for 2010. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Food for Thought: Fresh Start from Tobacco Come join in our fight against tobacco addiction! Learn how to recognize the clever methods of tobacco industries; and understand addiction and how to cope with withdrawal. Know that there is help for you or a loved one and learn how to get a "Fresh Start" on life! What: Fresh Start from Tobacco When: Wednesday, January 27th, 2010, 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. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 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, January 28th, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: University Center, Guadalupe Who: Eunice Currie and Shawn DuMond Lunch will be provided. Please dress in comfortable/casual attire. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Fresh Start from Tobacco-Session 2 The Fresh Start From Tobacco program consists of a series of four seminar series designed to educate and assist individuals who are ready to make a fresh start from tobacco use. These seminars will cover steps to understanding addiction, quitting and coping strategies, and receiving help. It is important to attend all four sessions. What: Fresh Start from Tobacco When: Thursday, January 28th, 2010, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200 Who: Nekima Booker, University Health Services In addition, all participants are eligible for a limited supply of nicotine replacement therapy patches and gum. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contact Shawn DuMond ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>), Jake Allen ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>), or Rosa Newman ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>) by e-mail or by phone at Ext: 2-5554 with your questions or comments. OUR MISSION: The mission of the Office of Human Resources: Staff Development is to provide quality training and development opportunities in the areas of Professional Development, Personal Growth, and Family Enrichment. We accomplish this through strategic planning and effective communication while welcoming diversity and building relationships. [cid:A6FA50FC-CE8E-46F3-97C3-F033CA758AD5/bottom.jpg]