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	Staff Development Opportunities(Registration/Training Calendar) (Staff Development Home) (Human Resources Home) 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. --------------------------------------------------------------- Solving Problems/Making Decisions (AP) Participants are invited to bring one in-depth problem for the class to discuss. This seminar is designed to explore real problems and discover how to develop strategies to map out the problem and discover a real solution. What: Solving Problems/Making Decisions When: Tuesday, May 18^th, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200 Who: Jake Allen You will explore the tools for creatively brainstorming solutions and facing obstacles from a whole new perspective. In addition, you will uncover how to effectively use a step-by-step process to achieve greater results. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dealing Effectively with Conflict and Confrontation (8) If your first response to conflict and confrontation is fight or flight, then you are responding naturally. However, there is another solution that comes through knowledge and education. Come learn how to deal effectively with conflict and discover new ways to make every conflict a learning experience. What: Dealing Effectively with Conflict and Confrontation When: Wednesdays, May 19^th, 2010, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200 Who: Employee Assistance Program Trainer, Alliance Work Partners Whether you avoid conflict like the plague or see it as an opportunity to sharpen your claws, this is the class for you. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Effective Delegation (T) Discover the essential skills to effectively manage projects ... and bring out the best in your team. Successful managers and supervisors are the ones who learn how to delegate effectively. They know there's no better resource than a fully functioning and dedicated team. What: Effective Delegation When: Thursday, May 20^th, 2010, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Wetsel Service Center, Room 200 Who: Shawn DuMond This great course can help you take control of your projects and priorities. Learn practical tips and specific steps to boost productivity maximize teamwork, and meet deadlines. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 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 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Interested in meeting other administrative professionals across campus and throughout the Metroplex? Come see what the Arlington Golden Circle Chapter IAAP is all about. Meetings take place right here on campus in J.D. Wetsel Service Center, Room 200 on the second Tuesday of every month. Visit http://www.iaap-arlington.org/ for meeting and seminar details or contact Sherilyn Sicking CPS/CAP at [log in to unmask] or 2-5426 with any questions you may have. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Contact Shawn DuMond ([log in to unmask]), Jake Allen ([log in to unmask]), or Rosa Newman ([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.