Training Calendar

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

  • HR Series: Employee Assistance III: Substance Abuse in the Workplace

    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    I Hotel & Conference Center, Lincoln Room

    Substance Abuse in the Workplace educates supervisors on how to address an impaired employee and the impact these individuals have in the workplace. Campus policies and procedures presented by IHR and guidance on how to consult with FSAWS are included in the training. This seminar is for Deans, Directors, Department Heads, administrators, managers, supervisors & foremen.

Thursday, April 16, 2026

  • HR Series: Recruitment and Hiring Part II

    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    I Hotel & Conference Center, Lincoln Room

    Discover what the Civil Transfer list is and how it can be used in the hiring process; become aware of what’s required for employee promotions and other types of position changes; learn about the review and approval of salaries; and understand why pay equity is important and how it is evaluated.

  • Power Skills at Illinois: Teamwork

    1:30 - 4:30 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Explore ways to make communication and meetings more effective, including developing strong agendas. Specific skills for facilitating brainstorming sessions are discussed, along with practical tools for helping groups distill the results of brainstorming into actionable solutions and activities to help spark creativity.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

  • HR Series: The Family Medical Leave Act

    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    I Hotel & Conference Center, Lincoln Room

    The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees to take job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons. This seminar, facilitated by HR experts, will focus on policy and helpful tips to support managers in administering FMLA for their campus units.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

  • HR Series: Campus Safety: The Supervisor's Role

    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    I Hotel & Conference Center, Technology Room

    Participants will become acquainted with and equipped to contact key campus units to address concerns and make referrals on a range of issues, including mental health, crime prevention, and emergency planning tools.

Thursday, April 30, 2026

  • Illinois Supervisory Skills Program (Spring 2026 Cohort)

    1:30 - 4:30 pm
    I Hotel & Conference Center

    The Illinois Supervisory Skills Program provides new and recent supervisors opportunities to develop self-awareness of management styles and personal biases, practice strategies for resolving conflict, and build confidence in leading others through performance feedback and coaching techniques.

Thursday, May 7, 2026

  • Balancing Priorities, Time and Energy

    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Discover strategies to work smarter, live better, and feel empowered every day! In this course, Balancing Priorities, Time and Energy, you will learn to focus on what really matters by setting effective priorities, harness your energy for peak performance, and strengthen work relationships by reducing stress and fostering harmony.

  • Illinois Supervisory Skills Program (Spring 2026 Cohort)

    1:30 - 3:00 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    The Illinois Supervisory Skills Program provides new and recent supervisors opportunities to develop self-awareness of management styles and personal biases, practice strategies for resolving conflict, and build confidence in leading others through performance feedback and coaching techniques.

Thursday, May 21, 2026

  • Power Skills at Illinois: Leadership

    1:30 - 4:30 pm
    Zoom Meeting

    Explore different aspects of leadership; reflect on their own leadership skills, values, and goals; and develop a language for understanding and cultivating capable leaders. Learning to identify, reflect upon, learn from, and engage with diverse perspectives is essential to fostering effective relationships and vibrant intellectual environments. Understand your role in mo