Illini Union Staff Training & Development

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

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    • 1:00 - 4:30 pm    11/3/2025
    • I-Hotel and Conference Center, 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820

    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.

    • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm    11/4/2025

    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.

    • 2:00 - 4:00 pm    11/4/2025
    • Illini Union room 103

    Expand your ability to work with different groups and develop a solid foundation in intercultural communications. Dr. Camaya Wallace Bechard and Karena LaPlace of Illinois Extension will conduct this workshop for Illini Union staff.

    • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm    11/6/2025

    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.

    • 2:00 - 3:00 pm    11/6/2025

    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

    • 2:00 - 4:00 pm    11/6/2025
    • Illini 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.

    • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm    11/11/2025

    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.

    • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm    11/12/2025

    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.

    • 9:00 - 9:50 am    11/14/2025
    • Noyes 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.

    • 2:00 - 4:00 pm    11/17/2025
    • Illini 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.

    • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm    11/18/2025

    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.

    • 1:30 - 4:30 pm    11/20/2025

    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.

    • 2:00 - 4:00 pm    11/20/2025
    • Document 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.