Illini Union Staff Training & Development
Welcome to the Training & Development calendar for Illini Union staff.
Monday, November 3, 2025
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1:00 - 4:30 pmI-Hotel and Conference Center, 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820Illinois 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.
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3:00 - 4:30 pm
Learn how to craft effective AI prompts for better results. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn about the Performance Partnership Program (PPP), a comprehensive performance management system. The PPP provides a process for resolving employee performance, attendance, and conduct problems. It governs performance management for the majority of civil service employees on the Urbana-Champaign campus.
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10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Learn to foster trust and lead change as teams adapt to AI-enabled collaboration. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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1:00 - 2:30 pmTBD
Learn to foster trust and lead change as teams adapt to AI-enabled collaboration. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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All DayPostponed
This workshop has been postponed due to the illness of one of the presenters. A new announcement is coming with details of the rescheduled session.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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All Day
This year's ITPF is a fully online 2 day forum on current issues in IT at the university.
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9:00 - 11:00 amIllini Union room 229 (limited spaces) and in Microsoft Teams
This live Training Session for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification will be held in-person and in Microsoft Teams.
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9:00 - 10:30 am
Learn how to craft effective AI prompts for better results. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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1:00 - 3:00 pm
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, November 6, 2025
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All Day
This year's ITPF is a fully online 2 day forum on current issues in IT at the university.
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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.
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2:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union room 209
Gina Head and Ben Kuhlman of F&S will return to Illini Union to share practical advice on how to stay safe, prevent accidents and avoid workplace injuries. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in discussions and direct their questions to the trainers.
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2:00 - 3:00 pm
Most people think of bullying as something done to children by other children, but it is evident that bullying can be perpetrated and experienced by people of any age. Learn to recognize and respond to bullying situations. Part of Illinois Extension's 2025 Thinking, Learning, Caring Webinar Series
Monday, November 10, 2025
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1:00 - 2:30 pmTBD
Understand risks, safety guidelines, and responsible use. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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2:00 - 3:30 pm
Understand risks, safety guidelines, and responsible use. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn about the Civil Transfer list 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. Registration is required. This training will be conducted through Zoom.
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1:00 - 2:30 pm
Establish ethical guardrails and safe AI policies. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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4:00 - 5:00 pmCampus Instructional Facility - Room 3025, 1405 W Springfield Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
Whether you tend to avoid conflict, dive right in, or navigate it through subtle cues, this session will help you better understand your own reactions and communicate more effectively across cultures.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
A diverse workforce brings varied perspectives and understandings. At times, diversity can present challenges in creating an inclusive environment. This seminar empowers the participants to connect and understand the importance of being culturally competent and see how through inclusivity their work environments will thrive.
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3:00 - 4:30 pmTBD
Establish ethical guardrails and safe AI policies. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
Friday, November 14, 2025
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9:00 - 9:50 amNoyes Laboratory – Room 163 (505 S. Mathews Avenue, Urbana)
The trainers from F&S will be holding their popular fire extinguisher training for the entire campus. If you'd like to attend this training, please register in advance as space is limited. The training will include hands-on practice with fire extinguishers and a fire simulator.
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10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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, November 17, 2025
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2:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union room 103
This workshop will provide vital preparation for new managers while being informative for every one else. Dave Arnold of Housing will conduct this workshop covering accountability essentials such as: Setting Clear Expectations, Delivering Constructive Feedback, Positive Reinforcement, Effective Coaching and Addressing Performance Issues.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
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9:00 - 11:00 amMicrosoft Teams and Illini Union room 229 (limited space)
This live Training Session for Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) initial certification will be held in Microsoft Teams and room 229. You can attend through Teams on your phone, on your computer or by using one of the two HR computers outside room 221.
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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, November 19, 2025
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9:00 - 10:30 amTBD
Integrate AI learning naturally into daily tasks. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
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9:00 - 10:30 am
Integrate AI learning naturally into daily tasks. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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1:30 - 4:30 pm
An interactive program for employees looking to strengthen their communication, teamwork, and leadership skills to become more effective in the workplace. This session focuses on different aspects of leadership, reflecting on your own leadership skills, values, and goals and developing a language for understanding and cultivating capable leaders.
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2:00 - 4:00 pmDocument Services Building conference room: 54 E. Gregory Drive, Champaign
Gina Head and Ben Kuhlman of F&S will visit Doc Services to share practical advice on how to stay safe, prevent accidents and avoid workplace injuries. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in discussions and direct their questions to the trainers.
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5:00 - 7:00 pm
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.
Friday, November 21, 2025
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10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Plan learning lattices and build AI capabilities at scale. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
Monday, November 24, 2025
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10:00 - 11:30 amTBD
Equip leaders to steer teams through AI-driven change with trust and confidence. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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1:00 - 2:30 pmTBD
Integrate AI into daily work while fostering adaptability and continuous learning. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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1:00 - 4:00 pm
The Racial Justice Allies and Advocates Training program is designed to provide staff with a core awareness of racism and its role in interpersonal relationships, as well as empower staff to elevate the voices of underrepresented populations at the University of Illinois. This is the first of two sessions.
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3:00 - 4:30 pmTBD
Plan learning lattices and build AI capabilities at scale. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
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10:00 - 11:30 am
Equip leaders to steer teams through AI-driven change with trust and confidence. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.
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1:30 - 3:00 pm
Integrate AI into daily work while fostering adaptability and continuous learning. The employee series is designed for anyone interested in either learning more about AI or using it to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. Sessions focus on hands-on applications that you can use in your daily work.