Illini Union Staff Training & Development
Welcome to the Training & Development calendar for Illini Union staff.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
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The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. MHFA courses include approximately 2 hours of on-line pre-course work, 7 hours of in-person training, and 1 hour of on-line post-coursework.
Thursday, November 19, 2026
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Practice handling challenging workplace scenarios, including conflict, employee concerns, and HR-related issues with confidence and professionalism. This course is for new supervisors and part of the Supervisor Fundamentals program and involves both an online component and in-person training.
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Join the Office for Access & Equity - Employee Accommodations team for a discussion of the latest developments and emerging topics related to disability, pregnancy, and religious accommodations in the workplace, intersections with other employee rights/benefits, and how inclusive practices are evolving.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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This professional development session is for supervisors and senior managers from across Illini Union. We'll discuss how to evaluate non-exempt employees during this session. This event will include a refresher on the timeline for the current evaluation process as well as the use of self-assessments.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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This professional development session is for supervisors and senior managers from across Illini Union. We'll discuss how to evaluate exempt employees during this session. This event will include a refresher on the timeline for the current evaluation process as well as the use of self-assessments.
Thursday, December 3, 2026
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The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis. MHFA courses include approximately 2 hours of on-line pre-course work, 7 hours of in-person training, and 1 hour of on-line post-coursework.
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Learn strategies to rebuild trust, re-engage employees, and restore team stability after change, disruption, or challenging events. This course is for new supervisors and part of the Supervisor Fundamentals program and involves both an online component and in-person training.
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How to communicate in bias-free ways to cultivate an inclusive workplace: understand the impact of stereotypical comments, explore why people don't speak up against stereotypes and other biased behaviors, and learn 6 techniques for speaking up without blame or guilt.
Friday, December 4, 2026
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All staff now have the opportunity to submit a self-evaluation for their annual performance appraisal. This workshop is intended for both staff and supervisors who'd like to discuss the current self-evaluation forms, timeline and process.
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All staff now have the opportunity to submit a self-evaluation for their annual performance appraisal. This workshop is intended for both staff and supervisors who'd like to discuss the current self-evaluation forms, timeline and process.
Monday, December 7, 2026
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This Tabletop Exercise with UIPD involves preparation for a major emergency event and is part of Illini Union's annual emergency planning. The exercise will consider our emergency response and coordination capabilities. To attend, please accept the email invitation or request one from Mo Quasem.
Thursday, December 17, 2026
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Essential online workshop for new hires. We will discuss important workplace rules, payroll and benefits, the structure of the university and Student Affairs, the leadership of Illini Union, training and development and staying safe.
Thursday, January 7, 2027
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All staff now have the opportunity to submit a self-evaluation for their annual performance appraisal. Mo Quasem will explain self-evaluations and will answer any questions for staff and supervisors.
Friday, January 15, 2027
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All staff now have the opportunity to submit a self-evaluation for their annual performance appraisal. Mo Quasem will explain self-evaluations and will answer any questions for staff and supervisors.
Thursday, January 21, 2027
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All staff now have the opportunity to submit a self-evaluation for their annual performance appraisal. Mo Quasem will explain self-evaluations and will answer any questions for staff and supervisors.