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This program will be rescheduled to the Fall.  Building Leadership Effectiveness is a 2 day program. Introduction Building Leadership Effectiveness (BLE) encourages leaders to develop practices that transform values into action, vision into realities, obstacles into innovations, and risks into rewards. Participants will be introduced to the five practices of exemplary leadership: modelling the way, inspiring a shared vision, challenging the process, enabling others to act, and encouraging the heart. As a part of the pre-program,...

NEW Days is designed to welcome and connect new employees to the University environment and give them a positive start. Various activities and representatives from across campus will share perspectives and important information that will introduce the new employee to the university culture, history, facilities, and various services. Links to required online training elements from A.O.D.A. (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act), DHR (Diversity and Human Rights), Online Security and EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) will be provided. An optional campus tour is also...

Every time people interact, there is an opportunity to build or damage a relationship. Improving the quality of relationships in the workplace can enhance productivity and reduce conflict. This session will review three key tools that can build relationships, will provide coaching on how to use these tools effectively, and will assist participants in developing strategies to address relationship challenges.  Facilitator Trainers from Homewood Health Registration Register through...

This workshop invites participants to go beyond the text of Ontario’s human rights legislation, exploring how legal requirements impact our daily work. Together, we will tackle critical questions such as: How do we recognize harassment or discrimination? When does behavior constitute a human rights violation? What constitutes a reasonable response to a complaint? How can we proactively prevent human rights violations from occurring? Participants will leave with practical tools and strategies to address these important issues effectively. Join us in fostering a respectful and...

Parents with young children have big aspirations for their futures. Help them enter adulthood on the right foot with financial assistance for post-secondary education. Start early, take advantage of government programs, and raise financially confident children. Instructor Advisors from RBC and their community partners Event Registration Register through Qualtrics! Contact Phone: 56800 Email: landd@uoguelph.ca

You can store and share files using SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams. They each can be used in their own ways to accelerate collaboration and efficiency in different situations. Participants will Be able to describe SharePoint and the benefits in comparison to what is being used. Learn how to work in a Library in SharePoint instead of the G Drive. Understand the structure and columns (metadata) that the libraries can store and manage. Efficiently find information within SharePoint Sites and Libraries. Understand how...

Join us for an engaging session that delves into the principles of anti-oppression and offers practical frameworks for fostering inclusive practices at the University.  This workshop will highlight the systems and attitudes that contribute to microaggressions and equip participants with effective strategies for addressing them. By the end of this workshop, you will:   Gain a deeper understanding of how oppression impacts the experiences of equity-deserving groups and the specific dynamics of EDI in post-secondary education. Recognize how dominant groups may...

Helps leaders develop Kouzes and Posner's practice of "Inspiring a Shared Vision." Leaders will learn to clarify values, craft a compelling vision, align teams with common goals, and motivate through storytelling. The session focuses on fostering trust, collaboration, and overcoming challenges in vision-building to inspire collective action toward a shared future. Instructor Linda Watt, Consultant, Former Director, Learning & Organizational Development Register through Qualtrics! ...

Microsoft Excel is used to create and format spreadsheets, and analyze and share information. This hands-on seminar will expand on the topics covered in the Intermediate session. Program Focus:     Data Validation (including restricting entries and creating a drop-down     Data Analysis (using Scenarios, Goal Seek, Trend Lines and Sparklines)     Array Functions (using one cell to complete multiple calculations)     Advanced Cell Formatting     Introduction to Macros (...

This session is for creators of SharePoint sites. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn: Section 1: Working with SharePoint Sites Defining Sites SharePoint Hierarchy Modern vs. Classic Web Parts vs. Apps Section 2: Document Libraries & Content Uploading Documents to Libraries Searching for Documents Creating Library Views Section...