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Apply now for Outreach and Engagement Staff Grants

September 9, 2021 | Emily Keeler

The Office of Outreach and Engagement is offering two new grants for university staff. The Outreach and Engagement Community Programs and Events Grant provides staff the opportunity to create and implement community engaged programs, while the Outreach and Engagement Professional Development Grant provides staff funding to further their career growth and development. Both grants are for a maximum of $500 and applications are due on Sept. 30.

Stand Up, Speak Out! How to Interrupt Bias by Being an Active Bystander

August 16, 2021 | Emily Keeler

Become an active bystander and learn to address explicit and implicit bias. In this introductory webinar Aug. 17 at 11 a.m., we will explore some of the most common forms of bias and identify tools you can use as an active bystander to interrupt bias in daily life.

Access LinkedIn Professional Development

July 28, 2021 | Emily Keeler

Learn new skills that are important to help advance your career. Staff can apply to access a free LinkedIn Learning License, provided by Human Resources and the University Staff Advisory Committee. With on-demand learning, you have 24/7 unlimited access to more than 5,000 video tutorials covering business, creative and technology topics. Courses on a wide variety of subjects are available on-demand. Learn more on the Gateway to Learning website.

Managers Guide to EAP: Resources to Help You

June 15, 2021 | Emily Keeler

Managers Guide to EAP: Resources to Help You

June 22, 11:30 to noon

Virtual

Learn what types of Employee Assistance Program resources are available to managers to help them manage difficult situations: performance issues, safety concerns and mental health questions. Consultation and training opportunities are available.

Staff Leadership Series Applications Opening Soon

June 14, 2021 | Emily Keeler

The Women’s Place will soon be accepting applications for the 2021-2022 Staff Leadership Series (SLS) cohort. SLS expands opportunities for women’s growth, leadership, and power at the university. This leadership initiative is an experiential program that enhances capacity and facilitates skills development to help staff become more effective, innovative, and inclusive leaders. This year-long program creates a pool of potential staff leaders from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in key leadership roles.

Stay connected to the TWP Leadership Program page for updates on the SLS application window.