Illini Union Staff Training & Development
Welcome to the Training & Development calendar for Illini Union staff.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
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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, January 23, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Friday, January 24, 2025
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In Leading & Influencing Teams, we will 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.
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
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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.
Thursday, January 30, 2025
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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, February 3, 2025
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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, February 4, 2025
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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, February 6, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
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Personal concerns that may affect the workplace can be revealed by declining work performance, absenteeism, mistakes or poor judgment, changes in appearance, a high accident rate, or inappropriate behavior. Participants will learn to identify troubled employees, document job performance, approach difficult conversations, and refer employees to the appropriate resource.
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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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, payroll and benefits, training and development and staying safe during emergencies.
Thursday, February 13, 2025
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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, February 20, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
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This is a hybrid seminar for managers and the Senior Leadership Team of Illini Union. Experts from Technology Services will demonstrate how to leverage the AI capabilities of Power Automate and Power BI. If you wish to attend this event, either in person or through Teams, would you please approach your supervisor or contact Mo Quasem
Thursday, February 27, 2025
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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, March 3, 2025
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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, March 4, 2025
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Lead With Empathy PD With Illinois Extension: Please register in advance if you would like to attend
How do you practice empathy? How do you lead with empathy in your area of expertise? In this training workshop, Dr. Camaya Wallace Bechard and Karena LaPlace of Illinois Extension will expand your understanding of empathy and demonstrate various techniques for practicing empathy within your teams.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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This in-person workshop will illustrate how microaggressions and unconscious bias can occur in the workplace, and affect female and minority staff disproportionately. The 2-part workshop will also include coverage of how to identify, deal with and prevent future instances of unconscious bias and microaggressions.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Learn about campus administration and the government regulations that guide our processes; the key roles involved in the search process; developing the job description and planning for good faith recruitment efforts; an overview of the vacancy submission, requisition, and posting process; reference check guidelines; and best practices.
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This in-person workshop will illustrate how microaggressions and unconscious bias can occur in the workplace, and affect female and minority staff disproportionately. The 2-part workshop will also include coverage of how to identify, deal with and prevent future instances of unconscious bias and microaggressions.
Thursday, March 13, 2025
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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.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
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This training will 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.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Monday, March 24, 2025
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This training will 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.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
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The Performance Partnership Program (PPP) is a comprehensive performance management system that provides a process for resolving employee performance, attendance, and conduct problems by focusing on adult-to-adult relationships between supervisors and employees. The PPP governs performance management for the majority of civil service employees on the Urbana campus.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
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In Leading & Influencing Teams, we will 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.
Thursday, April 3, 2025
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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, April 10, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
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Provides an overview of collective bargaining and grievance processes for union and non-union employees: the history of collective bargaining, laws related to collective bargaining, the bargaining process, grievance processes for union and non-union Civil Service employees and Academic Professionals, bargaining units at UIUC & how to respond to a variety of labor issues.
Monday, April 14, 2025
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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.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
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In this hybrid seminar for managers and the Senior Leadership Team, Technology Services will provide insight on responding to the strategic opportunities and challenges presented by AI as well as leveraging Microsoft Copilot 365. If you wish to attend this event, either in person or through Teams, would you please approach your supervisor or contact Mo Quasem.
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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.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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This training workshop will assist staff in expanding their ability to work with diverse audiences. It provides a set of skills to enhance your work with diverse audiences as well as a solid foundation in intercultural communications. Dr. Camaya Wallace Bechard and Karena LaPlace of Illinois Extension will conduct this workshop for Illini Union staff.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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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.
Thursday, April 24, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.
Friday, April 25, 2025
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The workshop with IL Extension explores communication skills for promoting inclusion and respect in professional and personal settings. Participants will: a) Understand the impact of stereotypes and biased statements b) Identify the most common reasons people sit silent in the face of bias and stereotypes c) Enhance skills for speaking up against stereotypes
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
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In this training, participants will gain essential knowledge and resources to enhance campus safety. They will learn how to address various concerns and make appropriate referrals, covering topics such as mental health, safety resources, and threat assessment.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
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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.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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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, May 15, 2025
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Live Training Session in Microsoft Teams for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification.