Learning and Development

Registration Information: Log onto the UI Human Resources Self Service site at https://hris.uiowa.edu/portal/index.php and click the “My Training” link to register for any available session.

This tool will let you see the status and location of a class, get e-mail confirmations, withdraw from a class, check your course registration history, and even do online evaluations. Courses with a fee (Special Events, 7 Habits, Reframing Your Work) will still use the printable registration form.

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You can also access the latest online newsletter at www.uiowa.edu/learn/current.pdf

Classes are free unless otherwise noted.

May 29, Tuesday

The Active Office: Strength Training with Bands—12:15–12:45 p.m.—Looking for ways to energize the workday without taking a lot of time or space? Using strength training bands is a great way to increase strength with no bulky, heavy equipment. They provide a range of intensities for most muscle groups. Bands are great for travel, desk storgage, or to keep in the car between events. Participants in this course will understand how to safely use bands to strengthen the entire body. Enjoy participating in the exercises during the demonstration. Register by May 22.

May 31, Thursday

Effective People Skills—8:30 a.m.–noon—Building a trusting environment is the foundation of effective communication with others. Learn to strengthen your own behavioral awareness, enhance interpersonal communication skills, and acquire tools to increase your assertiveness. Register by May 24.

The Active Office: Office Exercise–No Equipment Necessary—12:15–12:45 p.m.—Looking for ways to energize the workday without taking a lot of time or space? Strength training doesn’t need to be done in a gym or with lots of equipment. This feature shows individuals how to use their body as a weight for all intensities and abilities. Participants in this course will leave with the knowledge of how to strengthen the entire body in 15 minutes with no equipment, and can be done right in the office. Enjoy participating in the exercises during the demonstration. Register by May 24.

June 5, Tuesday

Seven Habits Training (Franklin-Covey Certified 3-Day Program)—8 a.m.–5 p.m.—This program teaches inside-out improvement: first building your personal trustworthiness, then creating trust on an interpersonal level to improve relationships. Program continues Wednesday, June 6, and Thursday, June 7. Fee: $225. Register by May 24.

How to Achieve Financial Security on a Middle-Class Income—noon–1 p.m.—This class will explore three critical success factors for achieving financial success. Register by May 29.

Basic English Skills for Workplace Safety & Success—3:30–5 p.m.—This series will help non-native English speakers sharpen their basic English communication skills, thereby increasing productivity and efficiency in their role at the University. Employees who would like to register should contact the instructor, Jane Gressang, 319-335-5822 or jane-gressang@uiowa.edu, before registering for the class in order to evaluate their spoken English proficiency. Classes will be held each Tuesday through Aug. 9. Register by May 29.

June 6, Wednesday

Procurement Card Training—9–11 a.m.—Receive thorough instructions on how to use the Procurement Card Web Application for voucher reconciliations and report creation. Register by May 30.

Eye on Iowa: Museum of Natural History, Iowa Hall Tour—12:05–12:55 p.m.— Sarah Horgen of the Museum of Natural History will guide the tour. Register by May 30.

June 13, Wednesday

Attitude: The Choice is Yours!—8:30–11:30 a.m.—Discover how influential your attitude is to your happiness, success, and the results you get on the job, in your career, and with other people at work and at home. Fee: $50. Register by June 3.

Sexual Harassment and Violence: UI Policies and Resources—11 a.m.–noon—This educational program examines sexual harassment (including sexual assault) as a form of sex discrimination and emphasizes the University’s Policy on Sexual Harassment. Participants will learn about specific behaviors that may be prohibited by the University policy, and their rights and responsibilities as a University community member. Register by June 6.

Introduction to Investing—noon–1 p.m. or 5–6 p.m.—This class reviews the importance of saving. Common “loanership” and “ownership” investments, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and annuities will be discussed. Register by June 6.

June 14, Thursday

ProTrav Training—10:30 a.m.–noon—This course will provide departmental staff instruction on reconciling their UI Procurement card, as well as obtaining out-of-pocket reimbursement for travel that has been done on behalf of the University using the online application. Register by June 7.

June 20, Wednesday

Eye on Iowa: Old Capitol Museum Tour—12:10–12:55 p.m.—Helen Dailey of the University of Iowa Foundation will lead the tour. Register by June 13.

Introduction to UI Accounting Reports—1–2:30 p.m.—The discussion will emphasize the Statement of Account (SA3) process. Register by June 13.

June 21, Thursday

Accumulating and Managing Your Assets—noon–1 p.m.—This course emphasizes the need for accumulating assets, managing assets during their working years and, even more critical, managing assets during retirement. Register by June 14.

Retirement Planning: Have You Achieved Financial Independence?—noon–1 p.m. or 5:30–6:30 p.m.—Learn about the importance of planning far enough in advance of retirement. Register by June 14.

The Challenges of Change: Helping People Through Change—1–3 p.m.—This course will give you the tools to plan and then successfully implement changes that stick. Register by June 14.

June 26, Tuesday

OPS Book Review—The Influence Edge: How to Persuade Others to Help You Achieve Your Goals—noon–1 p.m.—Join us for a lively discussion of this quick and fun read by Alan A. Vengel. To read this online book, log on at http://skillsoft.uiowa.edu and in the search box, type 158376156X (ISBN). Chapters 1–4 will be covered on this date; chapters 5–8 will be covered on Tuesday, July 31, from noon to 1 p.m. Register by June 19 for the first session; register by July 24 for the second session.

June 27, Wednesday

The Basics: University Leave Policies—9 a.m.–noon—Recommended for new employees with supervisory or HR responsibilities or those who have not taken a refresher course on FMLA and leave policy in the past two years. Register by June 20.

June 28, Thursday

Books 24x7 Demo via Learning Online with SkillSoft—11 a.m.–noon—This demonstration will focus on how to navigate Books 24x7 and utilize it as a resource and research tool for workplace best practices or your own personal use. Register by June 21.