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.

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.

July 3, Tuesday

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 June 26.

July 10, Tuesday

Personal Safety and Self-Protection—10–11 a.m.—Brad Allison of University of Iowa Police will instruct this course. Register by July 3.

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 July 3.

Energizing Your Work Using the FISH! Philosophy—1:30–3 p.m.—“Seattle’s World Famous Pike Place Fish Market” is an otherwise ordinary fish market that is extraordinarily successful. Learn how they transformed their work using the Four Principles of the FISH! Philosophy and how it could energize your workplace. Register by July 3.

July 12, Thursday

ProTrav Training—1:30–3 p.m.—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 July 5.

July 16, Monday

Using Progressive Discipline—1–3 p.m.—Learn The University of Iowa’s
position on the recommended use of progressive discipline. The seven steps of just cause will be reviewed as well as the steps for progressive discipline, including when it would be appropriate for supervisors to discipline staff. Register by July 9.

July 17, Tuesday

Overview of AP/PO Reports, Query Tools and Data—1–3 p.m.—Learn how to search Purchasing, Accounts Payable and Travel data through the AP/PO Web pages. Register by July 10.

July 18, Wednesday

Eye on Iowa: BBE Greenhouse Tour—noon–1 p.m.—Ken Snyder in the Department of Biological Sciences will lead this tour. Register by July 11.

July 19, Thursday

Procurement Card Training—9–11 a.m.—See course description for July 3. Register by July 12.

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Central Mail Services—10–11 a.m.—Bring your mailing questions, no matter what they are,
and participate in an open forum, which allows for a wide range of discussion opportunities. Register by July 12.

Stock Investing—noon–1 p.m. or 5–6 p.m.—This course will teach you how to
build a balanced portfolio, evaluate companies, follow time-tested strategies, reduce the risks of investing and much more. Register by July 12.

July 24, Tuesday

The Financial Services Industry—noon–1 p.m. or 5–6 p.m.—Understand how various financial advisors are compensated and how that will impact you. Learn the questions that must be asked of any financial advisors. Register by July 17.

July 26, Thursday

The UI Anti-Harassment Policy—9–10 a.m.—The purpose of the Anti-
Harassment Policy is to prevent harassment within the University community and to provide a process for addressing harassment if and when it does occur. Register by July 19.

July 31, Tuesday

OPS Book Review—The Influence Edge: How to Persuade Others to Help You Achieve Your Goals (part 2)—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 June 26; chapters 5–8 will be covered during this session. Register by June 19 for the first session; register by July 24 for the second session.

Aug. 1, Wednesday

Electronic Workflow and HR Reports and Transactions—10:30 a.m.–noon—Participants will learn how to access records and complete HR transactions by using the Web Information System. Departmental HR representatives or anyone who is required to complete HR transactions is invited to attend. Register by July 25.

Aug. 2, Thursday

Sexual Harassment and Violence: UI Policies and Resources—9–10 a.m.—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 July 26.

Aug. 7, Tuesday

Procurement Card Training—9–11 a.m.—See course description for July 3. Register by July 31.

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 July 31.

ProTrav Training—1:30–3 p.m.—See course description for July 12. Register by July 31.

Aug. 9, Thursday

M.E.E.T. on Common Ground—Speaking Up for Respect in the Workplace—8:30–10:30 a.m.—This course will discuss the benefits of mutual respect and the importance of personal responsibility in promoting respect in the workplace. Register by Aug. 2.

Aug. 14, Tuesday

Panic Alarms/Disruptive Persons—11 a.m.–noon—Brad Allison of University of Iowa Police will lead this course. Register by Aug. 7.

Aug. 15, Wednesday

Mutual Fund Basics—noon–1 p.m. or 5–6 p.m.—Learn how to evaluate your investment objectives, research fund features, understand fee structures, and much more. Register by Aug. 1.

Web CV & Pay CV Correcting Journal Entries—1:30–3 p.m.—This course is designed to teach users how to make CORRECTING entries to regular and payroll transactions that have already been posted to the Statement of Account. Register by Aug. 8.

Aug. 21, Tuesday

Identity Theft Prevention—10–11 a.m.—Brad Allison of University of Iowa Police will lead this course. Register by Aug. 14.

Aug. 22, Wednesday

Procurement Card Training—9–11 a.m.—See course description for July 3. Register by Aug. 15.

Aug. 28, Tuesday

Estate Planning: Don’t Let Someone Else Decide Who Gets What—noon–1 p.m. or 5–6 p.m.—Discover the importance of planning for the distribution of
your estate and some of the strategies commonly used. Register by Aug. 21.

Aug. 30, Thursday

Performance Coaching—8:30 a.m.–noon—Practice using effective feedback, and learn coaching skills that will inspire and encourage employees. Register by Aug. 23.

Sept. 4, Tuesday

COGS Contract Review—10 a.m.–noon—Provides an overview of collective bargaining and the changes to the contract between the Board of Regents and UE Local 896, COGS representing graduate teaching and research assistants. Register by Aug. 28.

Sept. 5, Wednesday

How to Achieve Financial Security on a Middle Class Income—noon–1 p.m.—See course description for July 10. Register by Aug. 29.

SkillSoft Demo—noon–1 p.m.—Maureen McCormick of UI Learning and Development will lead this demonstration. Register by Aug. 29.

Sept. 6, Thursday

Procurement Card Training—9–11 a.m.—See course description for July 3. Register by Aug. 30.

Facilitator Skills for Trainers: Dealing with Resistance—1–3 p.m.—Facilitators are often asked to work with groups or teams that have difficult projects or decisions to make. If you are asked to facilitate in these circumstances, there may be resistance from within the group. This session will help you recognize that resistance, and give you practice on how to overcome it. Register by Aug. 30.