Classified Staff

NIH Guidelines

Required for workers in labs who do non-exempt recombinant DNA work and have an IBC registration listing recombinant work.

This 20 minute, on-demand training includes an online Powerpoint. Available at any time.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 10, 2021

Intent into Action: Community of Practice Meetings

Once you have completed the workshop series Intent into Action: The Black Lives Matter movement as an opportunity to advance authentic inclusion, you may choose to engage with your peers in a community of practice that supports all phases of the Intent into Action planning process, including implementation. Facilitators Anne Gillies and Jane Waite lead these quarterly meetings, designed as “drop in” opportunities for on-going learning associated with the Intent into Action workshop series.

By Katy Ahlvin on March 10, 2021

HRIS Data Warehouse

This is a workshop for the Banner Human Resources Information System (HRIS) user who requires access to preformatted administrative reports and/or will develop ad-hoc queries and reports in the HRIS Data Warehouse. The presentation includes HRIS Data Warehouse confidentiality issues and model orientation, followed by demonstration in using the model.

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 24, 2021

HRIS Banner

This is a required workshop for any faculty or staff member seeking BANNER HRIS General Query access. The presentation explains how person, employee, position, and job information is tracked, how information is utilized for decision-making and payroll processing, terminology, information available through General Query access, reporting tools (BANNER reports), using HR and Payroll forms on the web, and confidentiality and records release issues.

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 24, 2021

Being Adaptive in an Ever-Changing World

Because we have always don’t it like that may not be the best answer anymore to, Why do we do the things we do?  In our ever changing world, we are seeing shifts in our markets, our economies, our cultural norms, our behaviors and ourselves. Now is the time to thrive by learning how to be adaptive to accommodate and maximize the benefits of change.

This is a 1 hour webinar recording from March 2021. Click "view more and register" to access the recording*

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 19, 2021

Communicating Without Conflict With Your Significant Other

Communication is the cornerstone of all relationships. It reinforces trust and acts as a method by which you can share your problems, frustrations, fears, anxieties, hopes and successes. Conflict is a part of life and exists in relationships. In fact, a relationship with no apparent conflict may be unhealthier than one with frequent conflict. Conflicts are critical events that can weaken or strengthen a relationship.

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 19, 2021

Caring from a Distance

If you have an elder who requires assistance, yet does not live near you, helping out may seem difficult. However, distance doesn’t mean you can’t provide comfort and care for your elder. By devising care strategies, developing emergency plans and building a support system of family, friends and local resources, your elder can have the care and attention he or she needs.

This is a 1 hour webinar recording from February 2021. Click "view more and register" to access the recording*

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 4, 2021

Perfecting Your "No-Guilt" No

Saying no can be uncomfortable and awkward but it’s absolutely necessary to avoid burnout and help you remain focused on your most important goals. Learning how to say an effective and appropriate "no" is one of the most vital skills for leaders, yet research shows this is one of the most under-utilized tools, especially for women.

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 4, 2021

Helping Your Senior Loved One Be Independent and Safe

When our parents or other elderly relatives age independently in their own homes, we often fear for their safety and general well-being. Sometimes we don’t know how much assistance we should provide, when to step in, or even what would be helpful. Providing care for an older adult is a very personal matter and each situation is unique. However, there are practical guidelines and simple solutions to ensuring your loved one is healthy and safe.

By Katy Ahlvin on Feb. 4, 2021