Illini Union Staff Training & Development

Welcome to the Training & Development calendar for Illini Union staff.

Friday, January 16, 2026

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Illini Union room 103

    The legal experts from OVCDEI will return to Illini Union with an interactive workshop for managers and staff. An opportunity to learn and ask questions about: Recent relevant changes in our legal landscape Discrimination in hiring Discrimination and accommodations relating to disability Sexual misconduct in the workplace

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

  • 10:00 - 11:30 am
    In person: iSchool HUB Building, Room 4045, 614 E. Daniel St, Champaign, IL 61820

    The office of Strategic Communications and Marketing will be hosting training for CCOs and their MarCom teams to implement campuswide search engine optimization (SEO). These 90-minute sessions will take place in the new iSchool building. Space is limited. Please reserve your place in advance.

Friday, January 23, 2026

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

    This New Employee Orientation (NEO) will be held in Microsoft Teams. This optional training is highly recommended for recent new hires. At this online training session, we will discuss the structure of the university and Student Affairs, the leadership of Illini Union, important workplace rules, payroll and benefits, training and development and staying safe.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Thursday, February 5, 2026

  • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Illini Union (rooms TBA)

    Learn about the Urbana-Champaign campus' latest initiatives to bolster retention and graduation rates, close equity gaps, and enhance the Illinois experience for our students. The keynote address will explore how institutions can create equitable pathways to achievement for every student.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
    I Hotel & Conference Center: Illinois Ballroom

    This is your opportunity to learn about major projects and initiatives taking place at the university. At this annual event hosted by the Strategic Project Management Office, you’ll hear from university leaders sharing success stories, mingle with units delivering their best practices and explore toolkits at exhibitor booths.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Thursday, April 30, 2026

  • 8:30 - 11:30 am
    614 E. Daniel Street - Room 3080

    The Threat Evaluation and Reporting Overview is an introductory training intended for the public and community members who help identify threats or observable behaviors that may concern others. TERO emphasizes the importance of community involvement and raises awareness about the behavioral approach to violence prevention.