Professional Development Catalog Fall 2019

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Contents

Technology Payroll and Student Employment Trainings

Technology ....................................................................................3-4 Customer Service..........................................................................4 Leadership and Interpersonal Development...........................5 Academic Development and Student Success........................6 Emergency Preparedness and Prevention...............................7 Health and Wellness.....................................................................7-8 Online Courses .............................................................................9

Please register for workshops online at https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html

(Pre-registration for all workshops is advised as space is limited.)

Amanda Nichols, management technician, Payroll Office Susan Patton, management technician, Payroll Office Dates and Times: Sept. 24, 2-3:30 p.m.

Oct. 24, 10:30 a.m. to noon Nov. 5, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Nov. 6, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: This session will address the new student employment process, hiring a student employee and eTime.

Also included will be navigating the new student employment platform, Handshake, creating an account, wording and posting student positions, responding to student’s messages, and sending communication through Handshake. We will also cover the Payroll student hiring process as well as eTime reporting tools, functions and approving deadlines.

Attending this training is recommended for all faculty, staff and administrators who employ students.

Office 365 Series

Brandon Eichler, student IT student specialist Mikaila Leonard, student IT student specialist

Outlook and Calendar

Date and Time: Sept. 25, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master email signatures; auto replies; establishing specific settings for emails; keyboard shortcuts; adding a photo to your account; setting inbox rules for incoming messages; creating a calendar event through email; discovering a calendar; and creating a calendar.

OneNote and OneDrive Notice of Non-Discrimination Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Date and Time: Oct. 2, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master getting started with OneNote; inserting a file into OneNote; keyboard shortcuts in OneNote; drawing on a OneNote page; adding tags to a OneNote; saving documents to OneDrive; sharing OneDrive links; saving a file from Outlook to OneDrive; viewing SharePoint sites in OneDrive; and viewing files that were shared with you

SharePoint

Date and Time: Oct. 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: SharePoint is a server-based platform that enables groups of people to share and edit documents that are saved securely to the SharePoint cloud.

SharePoint has other capabilities such as creating “websites” for easier content control. Learn how to get started with SharePoint and manage a SharePoint site.

Sway and Forms

Date and Time: Oct. 16, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 105 Description: Sway is a visual presentation tool that utilizes templates to enable a creative and easy workflow. Learn how to use and edit these templates and how to share the Sway. Forms is an easy way to create surveys, quizzes and polls. Learn how to create a form as well how to view the Forms’ responses.

SAP Budgeting Fundamentals

Cara Kriebel, senior budget analyst, Finance Linda Moore, position control manager, Finance Date and Time: Oct. 7, 9-10 a.m.

Location: ATS, Room 129 Description: This session is highly recommended for new employees that need to use SAP for budgetary purposes.

The workshop will concentrate on understanding departmental budget reports and steps for processing budget transfers. Participants must have SAP access to benefit from this workshop.

Business Intelligence Reporting

Cara Kriebel, senior budget analyst, Finance Linda Moore, position control manager, Finance Date and Time: Oct. 7, 10-11 a.m.

Location: ATS, Room 129 Description: This session builds on materials provided at the SAP Budgeting Fundamentals workshop. This workshop will focus on understanding departmental budgets and reporting tools available in BI. You must have BI access to benefit from this workshop. Please contact Linda Moore at linda.moore@sru.edu prior to the workshop for access.

Windows 10

Julie Kearney, information technology generalist, Bailey Library Brandon Eichler, student IT specialist, Technology Support Services Date and Time: Oct. 15, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Nov. 12, 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Windows 10 has arrived on campus. While there are many new features, much remains the same. For those who used the Windows desktop before, the transition to Windows 10 should be relatively painless, especially after attending this one-hour training to orient yourself with this new operating system.

CORE Series Events and Mobile Check-In Lauren Moran, director, Student Engagement and Leadership Date and Time: Oct. 3, 2-3 p.m.

Location: Paul and Carolyn Carruth Rizza Hall, Room 221 Description: A hands-on walkthrough of the “Events” management features of CORE. Participants will learn how to search the community calendar, create and manage events, develop event registration forms and evaluations, track event participation and use of the new Corq app, Event Pass and Mobile Check-in.

Forms, Surveys, and Applications

Date and Time: Oct. 16, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Paul and Carolyn Carruth Rizza Hall, Room 221 Description: A hands-on walkthrough of the “Forms” module of CORE, one of the most robust tools on the platform.

“Forms” can be used to collect participant information, create evaluations and assessments, develop rubrics and more.

Participants will learn how to create online forms, add form logic, insert photos or video into a form, manage form submissions and generate reports.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Contents

Technology Payroll and Student Employment Trainings

Technology ....................................................................................3-4 Customer Service..........................................................................4 Leadership and Interpersonal Development...........................5 Academic Development and Student Success........................6 Emergency Preparedness and Prevention...............................7 Health and Wellness.....................................................................7-8 Online Courses .............................................................................9

Please register for workshops online at https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html

(Pre-registration for all workshops is advised as space is limited.)

Amanda Nichols, management technician, Payroll Office Susan Patton, management technician, Payroll Office Dates and Times: Sept. 24, 2-3:30 p.m.

Oct. 24, 10:30 a.m. to noon Nov. 5, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Nov. 6, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: This session will address the new student employment process, hiring a student employee and eTime.

Also included will be navigating the new student employment platform, Handshake, creating an account, wording and posting student positions, responding to student’s messages, and sending communication through Handshake. We will also cover the Payroll student hiring process as well as eTime reporting tools, functions and approving deadlines.

Attending this training is recommended for all faculty, staff and administrators who employ students.

Office 365 Series

Brandon Eichler, student IT student specialist Mikaila Leonard, student IT student specialist

Outlook and Calendar

Date and Time: Sept. 25, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master email signatures; auto replies; establishing specific settings for emails; keyboard shortcuts; adding a photo to your account; setting inbox rules for incoming messages; creating a calendar event through email; discovering a calendar; and creating a calendar.

OneNote and OneDrive Notice of Non-Discrimination Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Date and Time: Oct. 2, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master getting started with OneNote; inserting a file into OneNote; keyboard shortcuts in OneNote; drawing on a OneNote page; adding tags to a OneNote; saving documents to OneDrive; sharing OneDrive links; saving a file from Outlook to OneDrive; viewing SharePoint sites in OneDrive; and viewing files that were shared with you

SharePoint

Date and Time: Oct. 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: SharePoint is a server-based platform that enables groups of people to share and edit documents that are saved securely to the SharePoint cloud.

SharePoint has other capabilities such as creating “websites” for easier content control. Learn how to get started with SharePoint and manage a SharePoint site.

Sway and Forms

Date and Time: Oct. 16, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 105 Description: Sway is a visual presentation tool that utilizes templates to enable a creative and easy workflow. Learn how to use and edit these templates and how to share the Sway. Forms is an easy way to create surveys, quizzes and polls. Learn how to create a form as well how to view the Forms’ responses.

SAP Budgeting Fundamentals

Cara Kriebel, senior budget analyst, Finance Linda Moore, position control manager, Finance Date and Time: Oct. 7, 9-10 a.m.

Location: ATS, Room 129 Description: This session is highly recommended for new employees that need to use SAP for budgetary purposes.

The workshop will concentrate on understanding departmental budget reports and steps for processing budget transfers. Participants must have SAP access to benefit from this workshop.

Business Intelligence Reporting

Cara Kriebel, senior budget analyst, Finance Linda Moore, position control manager, Finance Date and Time: Oct. 7, 10-11 a.m.

Location: ATS, Room 129 Description: This session builds on materials provided at the SAP Budgeting Fundamentals workshop. This workshop will focus on understanding departmental budgets and reporting tools available in BI. You must have BI access to benefit from this workshop. Please contact Linda Moore at linda.moore@sru.edu prior to the workshop for access.

Windows 10

Julie Kearney, information technology generalist, Bailey Library Brandon Eichler, student IT specialist, Technology Support Services Date and Time: Oct. 15, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Nov. 12, 9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Windows 10 has arrived on campus. While there are many new features, much remains the same. For those who used the Windows desktop before, the transition to Windows 10 should be relatively painless, especially after attending this one-hour training to orient yourself with this new operating system.

CORE Series Events and Mobile Check-In Lauren Moran, director, Student Engagement and Leadership Date and Time: Oct. 3, 2-3 p.m.

Location: Paul and Carolyn Carruth Rizza Hall, Room 221 Description: A hands-on walkthrough of the “Events” management features of CORE. Participants will learn how to search the community calendar, create and manage events, develop event registration forms and evaluations, track event participation and use of the new Corq app, Event Pass and Mobile Check-in.

Forms, Surveys, and Applications

Date and Time: Oct. 16, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Paul and Carolyn Carruth Rizza Hall, Room 221 Description: A hands-on walkthrough of the “Forms” module of CORE, one of the most robust tools on the platform.

“Forms” can be used to collect participant information, create evaluations and assessments, develop rubrics and more.

Participants will learn how to create online forms, add form logic, insert photos or video into a form, manage form submissions and generate reports.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Technology Workshops Excel Series: Tips for Productivity

Brandon Eichler, student IT specialist Zachary Morrison, student IT specialist

Productivity with Excel 1

Date and Time: Oct. 23, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: creating a new worksheet; utilizing office clipboard; deleting/ inserting rows & columns; formatting cells; using formulas; applying a number format; creating charts; sorting listsdescending/ascending/alphabetical; freezing panes; and using tables.

Productivity with Excel 2

Date and Time: Oct. 30, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: importing data; opening multiple worksheets; formatting different worksheets together; referencing data from another worksheet; SumIF formulas; data validation; conditional formatting; and using pivot tables.

Productivity with Excel 3

Date and Time: Nov. 6, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: deleting blank row/ columns; absolute referencing; indexing and matching; IF formula; using and/ or functions; combining if, and/or; =SumProduct() formula; creating forms; tracking changes; and protecting worksheet/workbook.

Productivity with Excel 4

Date and Time: Nov. 13, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: texting to column; string manipulation; concatenate; replacing formulas with static value; grouping; combining data validation and conditional formatting; Pivot charts; and updating a chart copied to Word and/or PowerPoint.

SAP/Understanding the Purchase Process

Patti Doyle, purchasing agent II, Purchasing Office Date and Time: Nov. 13, 11:00am-12:00 p.m.

Location: Maltby Center, Room 105 Description: This session will address vendor search, creating purchase requisitions including material groups/gl accounts, duplicating lines, split account assignments, attaching documents or URL address, and order status.

Customer Service FISH! Catch the Energy!

Customer Service

Karen Perry, director, Campus Recreation Date and Time: Oct. 17, 10 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This customer service workshop will touch on a few basic principles of the “FISH!” philosophy and how you can adapt them to your work environment. We will reinforce some communication skills and personal behaviors that can empower your staff (students, faculty and staff) to provide first class operations. This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning more about providing a positive approach to customer service to energize their team and work environment.

Showcasing the “Experience the Difference” Philosophy

by Creating Magical Guest Experiences

Robert Lagnese, director, Transfer Admissions and Orientation Date and Time: Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Does it really take Mickeyshaped pretzels, a sparkling castle and lovable costumed characters to create brand loyalty? Not anymore! Disney certainly has the market on customer service success, but their style and endearing attention to every guest are easily adaptable to any arena. This playful and informative workshop will teach you to how implement basic and effective techniques straight from the “Happiest Place on Earth” in order to enhance your interactions with students, parents and campus colleagues with the goal of building quality relationships and genuine trust in your service.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Leadership and Interpersonal Development Grant Writing Seminars

Robert Porter, owner, Grant-Winners Seminars Location: Leadership Development Center Overview: The Office of Grants, Research and Sponsored Programs presents Robert Porter, Ph.D., owner of Grant-Winners Seminars, as he conducts a pair of three-hour grant writing workshops for SRU faculty and staff.

With 30 years’ experience as a tenured professor, private consultant and research administrator, Porter’s proposals have secured more than $8 million in awards from government agencies and private foundations. Topics that will be presented are: writing successful grants and grants of interest to primarily undergraduate institutions.

Grants of Interest to Primarily Undergraduate Institutions

Date and Time: Sept. 13, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Faculty at schools classified as “predominantly undergraduate institutions” can sometimes feel they are at a disadvantage when competing for grants. This workshop focuses on grant programs specifically targeted to PUIs: NSF’s Research at Undergraduate Institutions and Research Experiences for Undergraduates; the R15 funding mechanism at NIH; and several tracks at the National Endowment for the Humanities, including Fellowships, summer stipends, summer seminars and institutes. Successful proposals from researchers at PUIs will be cited as examples.

Writing Successful Grants

Date and Time: Sept. 13, 1-4 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: For those who are new to the grant game, this introductory workshop covers basic principles of good grant writing, starting with the phrasing of a compelling research theme to the actual construction of the proposal itself.

Major differences between traditional “academic prose” and persuasive grant writing are highlighted. Common pitfalls that can lead to early rejection of good ideas are reviewed and matched with practical strategies for better writing.

Special attention will be paid to the perspectives of grant reviewers and how to write in ways that will meet their

expectations. Other topics will include: killer mistakes in grant writing and how to avoid them; two critical steps that will double your chances for success; how to win over the grant reviewer; simple keys to a more powerful writing style; and visualization.

“Better Work” based on the work of Adam Grant

Justin Zackal, communication specialist, University Communication and Public Affairs Date and Time: Oct. 15, 1-2 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Learn insights and recieve actionable advice from selected works of Adam Grant, Wharton organizational psychologist and New York Times bestselling author. This presentation will include key takeaways from Grant’s books, including “Originals: How NonConformists Move the World,” “Give and Take.” and “Power Moves.” A discussion will follow on how to find motivation and meaning in our work and live more generous and creative lives.

Get to the Point: Running Meetings that Matter

Brian Danielson, director, Center for Teaching and Learning Date and Time: Oct. 23, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Do meetings consume an increasingly large portion of your day? You’re not alone! A recent survey of U.S. employees by salary.com ranked “meetings” to be the number one distraction from office productivity.

But that doesn’t have to be the case.

With proper planning and a handful of practical facilitation techniques, you will be able to prep and run meetings in a way that is both efficient and results-driven.

aware of this tool, supervisors will be able to help guide their staff to the proper, confidential resources and help to create a healthier work environment.

Negotiating: Getting to Yes

Diane Galbraith, professor, School of Business Erin Strain, director, Leadership Development Department Date and Time: Nov. 14, 1:30-3 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Based on Roger Fisher and William Ury’s classic book, “Getting to Yes, Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In,” presenters will discuss a negotiation method that aims for winwin agreements. Key points that will be discussed include: separate the person from the problem; focus on interest, not the problem; establish goals at the beginning of the negotiation; and working together to create options that both parties will be satisfied with.

Guide to Proper Mailing

James Altman, supervisor, Mailing Services Date and Time: Nov. 19, 10-10:45 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Attendees will learn the proper procedures for intercampus mail so the intended individual receives it in a timely matter. Also learn basic U.S. postal regulations and procedures.

Early Intervention Tool for Supervisors

Marcia Kotek, benefits manager, Human Resources Date and Time: Oct. 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop provides supervisors with tools to help their employees and family members in resolving a wide variety of personal problems that may lead to deteriorating employee job performance. By being

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Technology Workshops Excel Series: Tips for Productivity

Brandon Eichler, student IT specialist Zachary Morrison, student IT specialist

Productivity with Excel 1

Date and Time: Oct. 23, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: creating a new worksheet; utilizing office clipboard; deleting/ inserting rows & columns; formatting cells; using formulas; applying a number format; creating charts; sorting listsdescending/ascending/alphabetical; freezing panes; and using tables.

Productivity with Excel 2

Date and Time: Oct. 30, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: importing data; opening multiple worksheets; formatting different worksheets together; referencing data from another worksheet; SumIF formulas; data validation; conditional formatting; and using pivot tables.

Productivity with Excel 3

Date and Time: Nov. 6, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: deleting blank row/ columns; absolute referencing; indexing and matching; IF formula; using and/ or functions; combining if, and/or; =SumProduct() formula; creating forms; tracking changes; and protecting worksheet/workbook.

Productivity with Excel 4

Date and Time: Nov. 13, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Location: Bailey Library, Room 219 Description: Learn and master the following tips: texting to column; string manipulation; concatenate; replacing formulas with static value; grouping; combining data validation and conditional formatting; Pivot charts; and updating a chart copied to Word and/or PowerPoint.

SAP/Understanding the Purchase Process

Patti Doyle, purchasing agent II, Purchasing Office Date and Time: Nov. 13, 11:00am-12:00 p.m.

Location: Maltby Center, Room 105 Description: This session will address vendor search, creating purchase requisitions including material groups/gl accounts, duplicating lines, split account assignments, attaching documents or URL address, and order status.

Customer Service FISH! Catch the Energy!

Customer Service

Karen Perry, director, Campus Recreation Date and Time: Oct. 17, 10 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This customer service workshop will touch on a few basic principles of the “FISH!” philosophy and how you can adapt them to your work environment. We will reinforce some communication skills and personal behaviors that can empower your staff (students, faculty and staff) to provide first class operations. This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning more about providing a positive approach to customer service to energize their team and work environment.

Showcasing the “Experience the Difference” Philosophy

by Creating Magical Guest Experiences

Robert Lagnese, director, Transfer Admissions and Orientation Date and Time: Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Does it really take Mickeyshaped pretzels, a sparkling castle and lovable costumed characters to create brand loyalty? Not anymore! Disney certainly has the market on customer service success, but their style and endearing attention to every guest are easily adaptable to any arena. This playful and informative workshop will teach you to how implement basic and effective techniques straight from the “Happiest Place on Earth” in order to enhance your interactions with students, parents and campus colleagues with the goal of building quality relationships and genuine trust in your service.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Leadership and Interpersonal Development Grant Writing Seminars

Robert Porter, owner, Grant-Winners Seminars Location: Leadership Development Center Overview: The Office of Grants, Research and Sponsored Programs presents Robert Porter, Ph.D., owner of Grant-Winners Seminars, as he conducts a pair of three-hour grant writing workshops for SRU faculty and staff.

With 30 years’ experience as a tenured professor, private consultant and research administrator, Porter’s proposals have secured more than $8 million in awards from government agencies and private foundations. Topics that will be presented are: writing successful grants and grants of interest to primarily undergraduate institutions.

Grants of Interest to Primarily Undergraduate Institutions

Date and Time: Sept. 13, 9 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Faculty at schools classified as “predominantly undergraduate institutions” can sometimes feel they are at a disadvantage when competing for grants. This workshop focuses on grant programs specifically targeted to PUIs: NSF’s Research at Undergraduate Institutions and Research Experiences for Undergraduates; the R15 funding mechanism at NIH; and several tracks at the National Endowment for the Humanities, including Fellowships, summer stipends, summer seminars and institutes. Successful proposals from researchers at PUIs will be cited as examples.

Writing Successful Grants

Date and Time: Sept. 13, 1-4 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: For those who are new to the grant game, this introductory workshop covers basic principles of good grant writing, starting with the phrasing of a compelling research theme to the actual construction of the proposal itself.

Major differences between traditional “academic prose” and persuasive grant writing are highlighted. Common pitfalls that can lead to early rejection of good ideas are reviewed and matched with practical strategies for better writing.

Special attention will be paid to the perspectives of grant reviewers and how to write in ways that will meet their

expectations. Other topics will include: killer mistakes in grant writing and how to avoid them; two critical steps that will double your chances for success; how to win over the grant reviewer; simple keys to a more powerful writing style; and visualization.

“Better Work” based on the work of Adam Grant

Justin Zackal, communication specialist, University Communication and Public Affairs Date and Time: Oct. 15, 1-2 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Learn insights and recieve actionable advice from selected works of Adam Grant, Wharton organizational psychologist and New York Times bestselling author. This presentation will include key takeaways from Grant’s books, including “Originals: How NonConformists Move the World,” “Give and Take.” and “Power Moves.” A discussion will follow on how to find motivation and meaning in our work and live more generous and creative lives.

Get to the Point: Running Meetings that Matter

Brian Danielson, director, Center for Teaching and Learning Date and Time: Oct. 23, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Do meetings consume an increasingly large portion of your day? You’re not alone! A recent survey of U.S. employees by salary.com ranked “meetings” to be the number one distraction from office productivity.

But that doesn’t have to be the case.

With proper planning and a handful of practical facilitation techniques, you will be able to prep and run meetings in a way that is both efficient and results-driven.

aware of this tool, supervisors will be able to help guide their staff to the proper, confidential resources and help to create a healthier work environment.

Negotiating: Getting to Yes

Diane Galbraith, professor, School of Business Erin Strain, director, Leadership Development Department Date and Time: Nov. 14, 1:30-3 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Based on Roger Fisher and William Ury’s classic book, “Getting to Yes, Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In,” presenters will discuss a negotiation method that aims for winwin agreements. Key points that will be discussed include: separate the person from the problem; focus on interest, not the problem; establish goals at the beginning of the negotiation; and working together to create options that both parties will be satisfied with.

Guide to Proper Mailing

James Altman, supervisor, Mailing Services Date and Time: Nov. 19, 10-10:45 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Attendees will learn the proper procedures for intercampus mail so the intended individual receives it in a timely matter. Also learn basic U.S. postal regulations and procedures.

Early Intervention Tool for Supervisors

Marcia Kotek, benefits manager, Human Resources Date and Time: Oct. 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop provides supervisors with tools to help their employees and family members in resolving a wide variety of personal problems that may lead to deteriorating employee job performance. By being

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Academic Development and Student Success “Engaging and Working with Generation Z”

Date and Time: Tuesday, Oct. 8 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: Robert M. Smith Student Center, third floor Description: Determined, open-minded, compassionate. These are just some of the many characteristics of Generation Z, those born from 1995 to 2010.

Although some characteristics may look similar to the millennials, Generation Z brings a whole new set of attributes and experiences to higher education. This new cadre of students is challenging us to re-conceptualize higher education to ensure we are providing the most meaningful and effective learning and engagement experiences possible. This year’s Professional Development Day will help attendees to better understand the characteristics, motivations, values and preferences of Generation Z and how those impact the college experience.

Corey Seemiller, a faculty member in the Department of Leadership Studies in Education and Organizations at Wright State University, will provide the keynote address and host a workshop.

A seasoned educator, researcher and speaker on Generation Z, her work has been featured on NPR and in The New York Times. A full agenda and registration information can be found at https://www. sru.edu/offices/grants-research-andsponsored-programs under “Professional Development.”

Office of Student Conduct: General Hearing Board Training

Leigh Ann Gilmore, director, Student Conduct Dates and Times: Oct. 10, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Nov. 19, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: By serving as a hearing board member, faculty, staff and students are helping to support part of SRU’s mission to provide a “safe community with access to high quality student services.” During this training, hearing board members will learn how to navigate a conduct case from the initial hearing to determining the most educationally beneficial and developmentally appropriate consequence for violations of the Student Code of Conduct. All SRU faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend the training to either become a hearing board member or more informed of the student conduct process.

QPR GateKeeper Training

Karla Fonner, director, Student Support Date and Time: Oct. 29, 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer. The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. Key components covered in the training include: how to question, persuade and refer someone who may be suicidal; common causes of suicidal behavior; the warning signs of suicide; how to get help for someone in crisis; and campus, community and national resources. This workshop is highly recommended for all faculty and staff who have direct contact with students.

Understanding FERPA (Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act)

Connie Edwards, director, Academic Records and Registration Date and Time: Oct. 25, 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop introduces faculty and staff to the basics of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act as it applies to Slippery Rock University.

What is FERPA? What is an Educational Record? What is and is not directory information? What are FERPA best practices?

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Psychological First Aid: Helping others in times of stress.

Carol Holland, American Red Cross disaster mental health regional lead for Greater PA and retired director and associate professor, SRU Counseling Center Date and Time: Oct. 10, 10 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This program is an introduction to the principles of Psychological First Aid. This class will teach the basic concepts of PFA in order for participants to offer basic care, comfort and support to students, faculty and staff who are experiencing disaster related stress. This module is for anyone who is interested in supporting those impacted by a disaster on campus. Sponsored by The Office of Emergency Management.

Active Threat Awareness Training

Paul Novak, executive director, Facilities, Planning and Environmental Health and Safety Jason Squatrito, officer, University Police Date and Time: Oct. 31, 10-11 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Active threat response training, utilizing the ALICE concept and the Standard Response Protocol.

Sponsored by The Office of Emergency Management.

Hands on Fire Extinguisher Training

Joel Brown, assistant director, environmental health and safety Date and Time: Nov. 14, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: A quick response time can mean the difference between life, injury and even death. Learn how to take immediate action in a fire by learning how to correctly utilize an extinguisher before the time of need.

Health and Wellness Complex Grief: Dealing with a Traumatic Loss

Jeff Geibel, instructor, Counseling and Development Karla Fonner, director, Student Support Date and Time: Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop will provide foundational definitions, concepts and research in the area of attachment, loss and grief. Attachment will be discussed as a need or outgrowth of the survival/selfpreservation instinctual drive. Attachment is a dynamic and complex process that consists neuro-biological, neurochemical, psychological, and social components. Therefore, in response to the loss (real or perceived to be real) of an attachment, another natural and instinctual process develops. This is called the grieving process.

Grief will be viewed as a natural, instinctual and necessary process. The grieving process not only allows for processing of emotions related to loss but also helps the person accommodate reality, and re-establishes psychological/ emotional homeostasis. Ultimately, grieving the loss of one attachment allows the person to establish new attachments.

But what happens when the grief process becomes complicated, complex and is not progressive?

“Daring Great” Series:

Kayla Hersperger, online design and communication specialist, Enrollment Management Location: Leadership Development Center Overview: The “Daring Great” Series opens a space at SRU to talk about vulnerability and courage. “Daring Greatly,” written by Brené Brown, offers the opportunity to reflect on our lives and our place in the world. This series is designed to review the book through discussion, movement and reflection.

Book Discussion

Date and Time: Oct. 9, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: A discussion of important themes and topics from the book.

Discussion questions will be distributed upon registration. It is recommended that attendees read the book before attending.

Yoga Practice

Date and Time: Oct. 30, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Bring your mats and yoga clothes, because we’re going to move through a 60-minute, all-levels yoga practice that focuses on themes and quotes from the book. Familiarity with the book and some yoga experience is recommended.

Mindfulness Meditation

Date and Time: Nov. 20, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: A series of short meditations based on themes and topics from the book. Meditation experience is not required, but some familiarity with the book is recommended.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Academic Development and Student Success “Engaging and Working with Generation Z”

Date and Time: Tuesday, Oct. 8 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: Robert M. Smith Student Center, third floor Description: Determined, open-minded, compassionate. These are just some of the many characteristics of Generation Z, those born from 1995 to 2010.

Although some characteristics may look similar to the millennials, Generation Z brings a whole new set of attributes and experiences to higher education. This new cadre of students is challenging us to re-conceptualize higher education to ensure we are providing the most meaningful and effective learning and engagement experiences possible. This year’s Professional Development Day will help attendees to better understand the characteristics, motivations, values and preferences of Generation Z and how those impact the college experience.

Corey Seemiller, a faculty member in the Department of Leadership Studies in Education and Organizations at Wright State University, will provide the keynote address and host a workshop.

A seasoned educator, researcher and speaker on Generation Z, her work has been featured on NPR and in The New York Times. A full agenda and registration information can be found at https://www. sru.edu/offices/grants-research-andsponsored-programs under “Professional Development.”

Office of Student Conduct: General Hearing Board Training

Leigh Ann Gilmore, director, Student Conduct Dates and Times: Oct. 10, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Nov. 19, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: By serving as a hearing board member, faculty, staff and students are helping to support part of SRU’s mission to provide a “safe community with access to high quality student services.” During this training, hearing board members will learn how to navigate a conduct case from the initial hearing to determining the most educationally beneficial and developmentally appropriate consequence for violations of the Student Code of Conduct. All SRU faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend the training to either become a hearing board member or more informed of the student conduct process.

QPR GateKeeper Training

Karla Fonner, director, Student Support Date and Time: Oct. 29, 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer. The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. Key components covered in the training include: how to question, persuade and refer someone who may be suicidal; common causes of suicidal behavior; the warning signs of suicide; how to get help for someone in crisis; and campus, community and national resources. This workshop is highly recommended for all faculty and staff who have direct contact with students.

Understanding FERPA (Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act)

Connie Edwards, director, Academic Records and Registration Date and Time: Oct. 25, 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop introduces faculty and staff to the basics of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act as it applies to Slippery Rock University.

What is FERPA? What is an Educational Record? What is and is not directory information? What are FERPA best practices?

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Psychological First Aid: Helping others in times of stress.

Carol Holland, American Red Cross disaster mental health regional lead for Greater PA and retired director and associate professor, SRU Counseling Center Date and Time: Oct. 10, 10 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This program is an introduction to the principles of Psychological First Aid. This class will teach the basic concepts of PFA in order for participants to offer basic care, comfort and support to students, faculty and staff who are experiencing disaster related stress. This module is for anyone who is interested in supporting those impacted by a disaster on campus. Sponsored by The Office of Emergency Management.

Active Threat Awareness Training

Paul Novak, executive director, Facilities, Planning and Environmental Health and Safety Jason Squatrito, officer, University Police Date and Time: Oct. 31, 10-11 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Active threat response training, utilizing the ALICE concept and the Standard Response Protocol.

Sponsored by The Office of Emergency Management.

Hands on Fire Extinguisher Training

Joel Brown, assistant director, environmental health and safety Date and Time: Nov. 14, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: A quick response time can mean the difference between life, injury and even death. Learn how to take immediate action in a fire by learning how to correctly utilize an extinguisher before the time of need.

Health and Wellness Complex Grief: Dealing with a Traumatic Loss

Jeff Geibel, instructor, Counseling and Development Karla Fonner, director, Student Support Date and Time: Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop will provide foundational definitions, concepts and research in the area of attachment, loss and grief. Attachment will be discussed as a need or outgrowth of the survival/selfpreservation instinctual drive. Attachment is a dynamic and complex process that consists neuro-biological, neurochemical, psychological, and social components. Therefore, in response to the loss (real or perceived to be real) of an attachment, another natural and instinctual process develops. This is called the grieving process.

Grief will be viewed as a natural, instinctual and necessary process. The grieving process not only allows for processing of emotions related to loss but also helps the person accommodate reality, and re-establishes psychological/ emotional homeostasis. Ultimately, grieving the loss of one attachment allows the person to establish new attachments.

But what happens when the grief process becomes complicated, complex and is not progressive?

“Daring Great” Series:

Kayla Hersperger, online design and communication specialist, Enrollment Management Location: Leadership Development Center Overview: The “Daring Great” Series opens a space at SRU to talk about vulnerability and courage. “Daring Greatly,” written by Brené Brown, offers the opportunity to reflect on our lives and our place in the world. This series is designed to review the book through discussion, movement and reflection.

Book Discussion

Date and Time: Oct. 9, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: A discussion of important themes and topics from the book.

Discussion questions will be distributed upon registration. It is recommended that attendees read the book before attending.

Yoga Practice

Date and Time: Oct. 30, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Bring your mats and yoga clothes, because we’re going to move through a 60-minute, all-levels yoga practice that focuses on themes and quotes from the book. Familiarity with the book and some yoga experience is recommended.

Mindfulness Meditation

Date and Time: Nov. 20, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: A series of short meditations based on themes and topics from the book. Meditation experience is not required, but some familiarity with the book is recommended.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Health and Wellness Hot Sustainability Topics 2020: From Climate Change Impacts in PA to the Recycling Crisis

Paul Scanlon, director, Office of Sustainability Date and Time: Oct. 18, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: How is climate change affecting Pennsylvania? What do we do now that no one wants our contaminated trash? Find out what’s happening with the recycling crisis in the U.S., and how you can be part of the solution. Through this talk you’ll get an update on the climate impacts in Pennsylvania and the crisis that recycling companies are now facing.

You will learn what SRU is currently doing to address these issues, how individuals can help, and how entire communities can mitigate the worst impacts through resiliency planning.

Companion Gardeners at SRU

Brian Ringler, semi-skilled laborer, Campus Grounds Bret Rogowitz, instructor, Interdisciplinary Programs Date and Time: Oct. 18, 1-2 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop will focus on gardening topics for the fall. We are seeking gardening enthusiasts and beginners to become a part of our social group, Companion Gardeners at SRU, a newly created social organization that is comprised of students, staff, faculty and community members coming together to learn, educate and grow in all aspects of gardening. Topics for discussion will include: fall plants/planting ideas, trimming/ pruning and seed collection/trading.

Myths and Facts about Addiction

Jeff Geibel, instructor, Counseling and Development Date and Time: Oct. 25, 11 a.m.- noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Addiction is an issue that many individuals and families find themselves navigating in their lifetime.

This workshop will focus on addiction and how family and friends can recognize and support their loved ones who struggle with addiction. Attendees will receive an overview of addiction; examine behavioral “red flags” that may indicate

a possible addiction related disorder; and highlight specific interventions and treatments to improve clinical outcomes, including detoxification, residential, outpatient, and new medication options.

Laughter is Really the Best Medicine

Colleen Cooke, professor, recreational therapy and certified laughter leader Date and Time: Oct. 31, 12:30-2 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Join us for a discussion and experience focused on laughter.

Laughter is good for us and contributes to our physical and emotional well-being.

During this session you will learn about the physiological and emotional benefits of laughter, what makes laughter a unique and rewarding form of “exercise,” and experience the positivity of laughter.

Understanding the Impacts: The Opioid and Pharmaceutical Epidemic

Jeff Geibel, instructor, Counseling and Development Date and Time: Nov. 15, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there were more than 2,200 opioid-related deaths in Pennsylvania in 2016. A contributing factor to this situation is believed to be the over-prescribing of opioid relievers. While efforts to address the crisis have focused mainly on reducing non-medical OPR use, the need for preventing and treating opioid addiction is often overlooked. Explore the scope of this public health crisis; its historical context; contributing factors and lines of evidence indicating the role of addiction in exacerbating morbidity/mortality; and a framework for interventions to address the epidemic of opioid addiction.

Lift Like a Pro™: Safe Lifting and Materials Handling

Christopher Hughes, professor, School of Physical Therapy Date and Time: Nov. 19, 10:30-11 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop is designed to enable participants to apply practical and effective principles to safely move and lift objects while on the job. Participants will understand the importance of physical readiness and its role in injury reduction, as well as work situations that lead to micro- and macrotrauma. Learn how to advocate for, and receive education on, questions you may have related to an injury-free work environment.

Festive Holiday Appetizers

Joe Balaban, resident district manager, AVI David Uram, executive chef, AVI Date and Time: Nov. 21, 2-3 p.m.

Location: Weisenfluh Large Meeting Room Description: Join us for a cooking demonstration featuring appetizers that will be the talk of the town. Also learn how to create simple, yet tasteful environments that convey your hospitality and set the stage for a great holiday event.

The Front Porch Project

Joshua Strelbicki, Assistant Director of the Butler County Alliance for Children Date and Time: Nov. 22, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: The Front Porch Project uses a variety of engaging presentation methods to open up the complex topic of child abuse and neglect; present practical actions that any individual may take to prevent abuse before it occurs; and provide opportunities to practice these skills and concepts. This workshop is facilitated and conducted by members of the Butler County Prevention Council.

Touchstone: Tools for an Ethical Workplace

Course Number: 127 Time: 45 minutes Description: A foundation ethics course to help employees make good choices.

The course begins with the perspective that employees know the difference between right and wrong, but certain circumstances can make it difficult to act upon that knowledge. Touchstone helps employees make better decisions by providing insight into competing pressures that affect daily decisions while practicing the overcoming of obstacles to doing what is right.

Diversity: Inclusion in the Modern Workplace

Course Number: 10917 Time: 60 minutes Description: As the world around us continues to change and become more complex, so does the workplace. Since people, in general, are not comfortable with change or the unfamiliar, employees must learn to collaborate with those who are both like and unlike themselves for maximum individual productivity and organizational effectiveness. This course is designed to help employees successfully work together with diverse co-workers by encouraging respectful behavior, reducing bias and explaining how cooperative can overcome conflict. The course also identifies the challenges and opportunities arising from human diversity and helps employees understand the need for respectful workplace and the barriers that prevent full participation.

Bullying in the Workplace

Course Number: 114 Time: 30 minutes Description: Often ignored by employers, workplace bullying is a growing problem. Bullying is four times more common than illegal discrimination and harassment and has devastating long-term effects on both the workforce and on the bottom line. Still, many managers don’t know how to spot or handle bullying and most employees don’t know how to prevent becoming a victim of bullying. This course trains managers and employees to recognize and prevent workplace bullying.

Workplace bullying will be defined, its effect on the workplace will be outlined and the types of bullies and reasons for bullying will be examined. Participants will learn practical tips for dealing with bullying and for maintaining a bully-free environment.

Social Media & Your Job

Course Number: 12016 Time: 30 minutes Description: This course is designed to help employees use social media responsibly and effectively, both at work and at home. By raising awareness of the limits of online privacy, this course helps employees understand the importance of maintaining clear boundaries between their personal and professional lives while online. This course also educates users about certain laws affecting social media use and employment and offers helpful tips for responsible social media use.

Social Media for Managers

Course Number: 22016 Time: 60 minutes Description: Social media is blurring the lines between our professional and personal lives and it can be a struggle for management to keep up with the constant change. Employees use social media at work and home and these activities can lead to legal headaches and costly losses. To minimize the risks, managers must be savvy about these ubiquitous technologies. This course helps managers identify, respond to and minimize the legal risks posed by social media. Covering best practices for monitoring social media before, during and after employment, the session trains managers how to enforce social media rules within their organization, to preserve organizational secrets and to avoid other losses and regulatory risks that social media can create. It also shows managers how to respond to online bullying and harassment, as well as employee internet abuse.

Fall Semester Yoga Sessions

Barb Harp, yoga instructor Date and Time: Sept. 10, 4:45-6 p.m.

Location: Patterson Hall, Room 225 Description: Sessions will provide a challenging and disciplined class that will build strength, flexibility and balance for the mind and body. Guided breathing exercise will also be taught.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To enroll in one of the online courses, register with Stephanie Bell at stephanie.bell@sru.edu.

Email must include the course title and number.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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Online Courses - EVERFI

Health and Wellness Hot Sustainability Topics 2020: From Climate Change Impacts in PA to the Recycling Crisis

Paul Scanlon, director, Office of Sustainability Date and Time: Oct. 18, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: How is climate change affecting Pennsylvania? What do we do now that no one wants our contaminated trash? Find out what’s happening with the recycling crisis in the U.S., and how you can be part of the solution. Through this talk you’ll get an update on the climate impacts in Pennsylvania and the crisis that recycling companies are now facing.

You will learn what SRU is currently doing to address these issues, how individuals can help, and how entire communities can mitigate the worst impacts through resiliency planning.

Companion Gardeners at SRU

Brian Ringler, semi-skilled laborer, Campus Grounds Bret Rogowitz, instructor, Interdisciplinary Programs Date and Time: Oct. 18, 1-2 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop will focus on gardening topics for the fall. We are seeking gardening enthusiasts and beginners to become a part of our social group, Companion Gardeners at SRU, a newly created social organization that is comprised of students, staff, faculty and community members coming together to learn, educate and grow in all aspects of gardening. Topics for discussion will include: fall plants/planting ideas, trimming/ pruning and seed collection/trading.

Myths and Facts about Addiction

Jeff Geibel, instructor, Counseling and Development Date and Time: Oct. 25, 11 a.m.- noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Addiction is an issue that many individuals and families find themselves navigating in their lifetime.

This workshop will focus on addiction and how family and friends can recognize and support their loved ones who struggle with addiction. Attendees will receive an overview of addiction; examine behavioral “red flags” that may indicate

a possible addiction related disorder; and highlight specific interventions and treatments to improve clinical outcomes, including detoxification, residential, outpatient, and new medication options.

Laughter is Really the Best Medicine

Colleen Cooke, professor, recreational therapy and certified laughter leader Date and Time: Oct. 31, 12:30-2 p.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: Join us for a discussion and experience focused on laughter.

Laughter is good for us and contributes to our physical and emotional well-being.

During this session you will learn about the physiological and emotional benefits of laughter, what makes laughter a unique and rewarding form of “exercise,” and experience the positivity of laughter.

Understanding the Impacts: The Opioid and Pharmaceutical Epidemic

Jeff Geibel, instructor, Counseling and Development Date and Time: Nov. 15, 11 a.m. to noon Location: Leadership Development Center Description: According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there were more than 2,200 opioid-related deaths in Pennsylvania in 2016. A contributing factor to this situation is believed to be the over-prescribing of opioid relievers. While efforts to address the crisis have focused mainly on reducing non-medical OPR use, the need for preventing and treating opioid addiction is often overlooked. Explore the scope of this public health crisis; its historical context; contributing factors and lines of evidence indicating the role of addiction in exacerbating morbidity/mortality; and a framework for interventions to address the epidemic of opioid addiction.

Lift Like a Pro™: Safe Lifting and Materials Handling

Christopher Hughes, professor, School of Physical Therapy Date and Time: Nov. 19, 10:30-11 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: This workshop is designed to enable participants to apply practical and effective principles to safely move and lift objects while on the job. Participants will understand the importance of physical readiness and its role in injury reduction, as well as work situations that lead to micro- and macrotrauma. Learn how to advocate for, and receive education on, questions you may have related to an injury-free work environment.

Festive Holiday Appetizers

Joe Balaban, resident district manager, AVI David Uram, executive chef, AVI Date and Time: Nov. 21, 2-3 p.m.

Location: Weisenfluh Large Meeting Room Description: Join us for a cooking demonstration featuring appetizers that will be the talk of the town. Also learn how to create simple, yet tasteful environments that convey your hospitality and set the stage for a great holiday event.

The Front Porch Project

Joshua Strelbicki, Assistant Director of the Butler County Alliance for Children Date and Time: Nov. 22, 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Location: Leadership Development Center Description: The Front Porch Project uses a variety of engaging presentation methods to open up the complex topic of child abuse and neglect; present practical actions that any individual may take to prevent abuse before it occurs; and provide opportunities to practice these skills and concepts. This workshop is facilitated and conducted by members of the Butler County Prevention Council.

Touchstone: Tools for an Ethical Workplace

Course Number: 127 Time: 45 minutes Description: A foundation ethics course to help employees make good choices.

The course begins with the perspective that employees know the difference between right and wrong, but certain circumstances can make it difficult to act upon that knowledge. Touchstone helps employees make better decisions by providing insight into competing pressures that affect daily decisions while practicing the overcoming of obstacles to doing what is right.

Diversity: Inclusion in the Modern Workplace

Course Number: 10917 Time: 60 minutes Description: As the world around us continues to change and become more complex, so does the workplace. Since people, in general, are not comfortable with change or the unfamiliar, employees must learn to collaborate with those who are both like and unlike themselves for maximum individual productivity and organizational effectiveness. This course is designed to help employees successfully work together with diverse co-workers by encouraging respectful behavior, reducing bias and explaining how cooperative can overcome conflict. The course also identifies the challenges and opportunities arising from human diversity and helps employees understand the need for respectful workplace and the barriers that prevent full participation.

Bullying in the Workplace

Course Number: 114 Time: 30 minutes Description: Often ignored by employers, workplace bullying is a growing problem. Bullying is four times more common than illegal discrimination and harassment and has devastating long-term effects on both the workforce and on the bottom line. Still, many managers don’t know how to spot or handle bullying and most employees don’t know how to prevent becoming a victim of bullying. This course trains managers and employees to recognize and prevent workplace bullying.

Workplace bullying will be defined, its effect on the workplace will be outlined and the types of bullies and reasons for bullying will be examined. Participants will learn practical tips for dealing with bullying and for maintaining a bully-free environment.

Social Media & Your Job

Course Number: 12016 Time: 30 minutes Description: This course is designed to help employees use social media responsibly and effectively, both at work and at home. By raising awareness of the limits of online privacy, this course helps employees understand the importance of maintaining clear boundaries between their personal and professional lives while online. This course also educates users about certain laws affecting social media use and employment and offers helpful tips for responsible social media use.

Social Media for Managers

Course Number: 22016 Time: 60 minutes Description: Social media is blurring the lines between our professional and personal lives and it can be a struggle for management to keep up with the constant change. Employees use social media at work and home and these activities can lead to legal headaches and costly losses. To minimize the risks, managers must be savvy about these ubiquitous technologies. This course helps managers identify, respond to and minimize the legal risks posed by social media. Covering best practices for monitoring social media before, during and after employment, the session trains managers how to enforce social media rules within their organization, to preserve organizational secrets and to avoid other losses and regulatory risks that social media can create. It also shows managers how to respond to online bullying and harassment, as well as employee internet abuse.

Fall Semester Yoga Sessions

Barb Harp, yoga instructor Date and Time: Sept. 10, 4:45-6 p.m.

Location: Patterson Hall, Room 225 Description: Sessions will provide a challenging and disciplined class that will build strength, flexibility and balance for the mind and body. Guided breathing exercise will also be taught.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To enroll in one of the online courses, register with Stephanie Bell at stephanie.bell@sru.edu.

Email must include the course title and number.

To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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To register visit https://www.srufoundation.org/ld.html. If you require special accommodations, please contact the Diversity Office at extension 2016.

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