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.

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.