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Academic technology trainings are coming up

Nov. 4, 2020

Whether you’re looking for tips on Canvas, iClicker Cloud, or other tools, the Office of Information Technology is offering webinars through early January, on-demand videos, and tailored trainings and consultations.

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Defending your thesis remotely, a workshop Nov. 5

Nov. 2, 2020

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, graduate students are encouraged (and may be required) to defend theses remotely. Faculty advisors and students will learn important tips and tricks to use Zoom for thesis defenses.

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How to disagree with powerful people: An Ombuds Office 'lunch and learn' Nov. 17

Nov. 2, 2020

Join Kerry Tay McLean of the Ombuds Office as she shares how to disagree with someone who may hold a more powerful position than you.

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Just for grad students: Workshops on mentorship, breaking the ice, more

Oct. 26, 2020

Join upcoming workshops on mentor-mentee relationships, resolving conflict and defending theses. International graduate students are invited to join Confident Conversations: Breaking the Ice with Small Talk.

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Travel the road to self-care with faculty-staff assistance workshops

Oct. 26, 2020

From storytelling to refinancing, holiday stress and meal planning, the Faculty Staff Assistance Program offers workshops for self-care and personal growth. Do something for yourself—join a workshop.

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University Libraries, ODECE host anti-racist parenting workshops

Oct. 22, 2020

The University Libraries are excited to partner with the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement to offer workshops through early November on how to facilitate conversations about race and racism with young children.

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Human Resources launches new inclusive leadership series

Oct. 20, 2020

Gain knowledge and skills to lead your teams to be more inclusive and equitable, as well as the ability to create a sense of belonging among team members.

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Just for grad students: 4 workshops in October

Oct. 20, 2020

Learn about resolving conflict, the Three Minute Thesis competition and–for international graduate students–how to break the ice with small talk. Sign up for graduate student workshops this month.

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Preparing your classroom for the election: Get tip sheet, join panel Oct. 15

Oct. 13, 2020

The Center for Teaching & Learning has created a guide to help faculty and instructors address the 2020 national elections. There will also be a virtual Q&A session with key campus partners and professionals to answer your questions and address classroom scenarios.

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De-escalating tensions: Flight-fight and the communication option

Oct. 12, 2020

On Oct. 27, join Faculty Ombuds Jerry Hauser for an overview of professional expectations for faculty and graduate students, a basic consideration for why stressful situations can shift into attack mode and some considerations for de-escalating tensions.

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