Illini Union Staff Training & Development
Welcome to the Training & Development calendar for Illini Union staff.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
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In this 10-hour blended Certificate course on managing hybrid and remote teams, supervisors will learn how to establish boundaries, increase engagement, and anticipate challenges.
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Friday, August 2, 2024
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The New Student Employee Orientation (NSEO) in Microsoft Teams: the topics covered will include an introduction to Illini Union, important policies, GREAT customer service, training & development and staying safe.
Monday, August 5, 2024
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Illinois Orientation for New Employees (I-ONE) is open to both new staff and existing staff of the University. Academic Professional and Civil Service staff will become familiar with the history, culture, mission, and future direction of the University.
Thursday, August 8, 2024
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Friday, August 9, 2024
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The New Student Employee Orientation (NSEO) in Microsoft Teams: the topics covered will include an introduction to Illini Union, important policies, GREAT customer service, training & development and staying safe.
Thursday, August 15, 2024
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Friday, August 16, 2024
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The New Student Employee Orientation (NSEO) in Microsoft Teams: the topics covered will include an introduction to Illini Union, important policies, GREAT customer service, training & development and staying safe.
Thursday, August 22, 2024
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Monday, August 26, 2024
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Illinois Orientation for New Employees (I-ONE) is open to both new staff and existing staff of the University. Academic Professional and Civil Service staff will become familiar with the history, culture, mission, and future direction of the University.
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
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This program is for new and recent supervisors. It offers an opportunity to develop self-awareness of management styles and personal biases, to practice strategies for resolving conflict, and to build confidence in leading others through feedback and coaching techniques. Advanced registration is required by June 24 and attendance costs $250 per participant.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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This seminar provides an overview of the federal, state, university, and campus employment policies that apply to all university employees and those that apply to specific employment categories at the university.
Thursday, September 5, 2024
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The seminar will inform managers and staff about how both unconscious bias and microaggressions can occur in any workplace, and affect female and minority staff disproportionately. The workshop will include coverage of how to identify, deal with and prevent future instances of unconscious bias and microaggressions.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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At this in-person event for new full-time employees, we will discuss a number of important topics including the structure of the University and Student Affairs, the leadership of Illini Union, workplace rules and expectations at Illini Union and the University, payroll and benefits, training and development and staying safe during emergencies.
Friday, September 13, 2024
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This workshop with OAE will cover the workplace accommodation process, the accommodation requirements that supervisors need to address, the legal requirements faced by supervisors in both identifying and remedying any instances of discrimination or harassment at work, and the process by which employees can report problems in the most suitable manner
Thursday, September 19, 2024
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This training will include include a practical exercise on the use of fire extinguishers, where participants will use extinguishers and a simulator. The training will also include a PowerPoint presentation about the uses and suitability of various types of fire extinguishers. Please register in advance for either the 10.00-11.00 workshop or the 11.00-12.00 workshop.
Friday, September 20, 2024
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For Conflict Management Strategies, we will discuss the nature and sources of workplace conflict. After that, we will explore the most appropriate conflict management strategies to use in different workplace situations. This workshop will include practical, team-based activities as well as a personal assessment of each participant's conflict management style.
Friday, September 27, 2024
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In Leading & Influencing Teams, we will discuss and explore the leadership skills necessary for success as a supervisor. This workshop will be hands-on and participants will interact with one another as they gain actionable insights about their personal leadership styles and effective techniques for influencing coworkers.
Monday, October 7, 2024
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Illinois Orientation for New Employees (I-ONE) is open to both new staff and existing staff of the University. Academic Professional and Civil Service staff will become familiar with the history, culture, mission, and future direction of the University.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
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This free training will provide participants with a 2 year certification on First Aid, CPR and AED usage. Please register in advance to save your place in this training
Monday, November 11, 2024
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This workshop with OAE will cover the workplace accommodation process, the accommodation requirements that Illini Union supervisors need to address, the legal requirements faced by supervisors in identifying and remedying any instances of discrimination or harassment at work, and the process by which employees can report problems in the most suitable manner
Thursday, November 14, 2024
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Get an estate planning checklist and much more. In this session, we hope you become less fearful of estate planning, learn some basic concepts and terms related to estate planning, and gather resources to aid you in getting your affairs in order.
Monday, December 9, 2024
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The first of two PD sessions for supervisors and senior managers from across Illini Union. Participants will discuss how to evaluate exempt employees during this session.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
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The second of two PD sessions for supervisors and senior managers from across Illini Union. Participants will discuss how to evaluate hourly (non-exempt) employees during this session.