It is the policy of the University that all employees – full-time/part-time faculty, staff, graduate assistants, and student workers – participate, on an annual basis (based on the academic year), in specified educational training seminars. Vice Presidents, Deans, Department Chairs, and supervisors will be responsible for coordinating the participation of their respective staffs. The deadline to complete the training seminars for faculty and staff is the end of the academic year, May 13, 2022, however, the deadline for graduate assistants and student workers is April 29, 2022. Information about the seminars is provided below.
Newly hired employees are asked to complete their courses within 90 days of their starting date. Supervisors will oversee their completion.
Specific questions may be directed to the Office of University Training at 450-3135, Charlotte Strickland, Director of Professional Development and Training, training@uca.edu.
2021-22 Required Seminars
- Workplace Harassment Prevention/Discrimination onsite
- Title IX and Sexual Harassment for Employees online equivalent
- Title IX onsite
- Title IX and Sexual Harassment for Employees online equivalent
- Diversity onsite
- Sensitivity Awareness online equivalent
- Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting (online only)
- FERPA (online only)
- Protection Against Malware (online only)
Note: This academic year, attendance at EITHER Workplace Harassment Prevention/Discrimination OR Title IX on-site will count towards the completion of both courses.
Education Seminar Online Opportunities
Online Education Seminars
Employees will receive an e-mail from UCA’s online seminar training vendor Vector Solutions. Employees access the online training courses through the myUCA portal using their individual email. Notification e-mails are sent regularly reminding employees to complete the trainings. Once the required training courses are complete and recorded by the Office of University Training, you will no longer receive reminder emails.
You have the option of completing Workplace Harassment Prevention/Discrimination, Diversity, and Title IX on-site OR online. Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting, FERPA, and Protection Against Malware must be completed online.
All records of on-site and online participation are kept in the Offices of Human Resources and University Training. Vice Presidents, Council of Deans, and supervisors have access to completion reports via Vector Solutions. Contact the Office of University Training for access instructions.
Additional ‘Optional’ Online Offerings
Numerous additional online educational courses are available for employees. The courses are included in the employee’s Vector Solutions’ homepage. It is up to each Department Head/Supervisor as to whether any further courses are required. These online optional courses (NOT required by the University) are for any employee to participate in and can be accessed multiple times.
Education Seminar On-site Opportunities
The registration system for on-site training seminars will go live on August 2, 2021 and can be accessed through this link: https://uca.edu/training/educational-seminars/training-list/
Employees will use the system to register for the various on-site educational seminars offered throughout the year.
On-site Seminar Notes
- A scanning device is used to record participant attendance on-site. Please bring your campus ID card or your ID #.
- X-period is 1:40 – 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday.
- Seminar rooms are sometimes chilly; bring a sweater or jacket if you would like.
- If a seminar includes a meal, it will be noted.
Workplace Harassment Prevention/Discrimination (includes discussion of Sexual Harassment)
Feedback from past seminar participants:
- “I learned there are always behaviors to be aware of, no matter how innocent. What seems innocent to one may not be perceived by others in the same way.”
- “There are cultural differences related to perceptions of harassment.”
- “If/when a situation arises I will be prepared to report and offer resources.”
You have the option of completing this training online or on-site. The online course equivalent is entitled Title IX and Sexual Harassment for Employees.
August 20 (Friday)
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Student Center #215
September 14 (Tuesday)
3:00 – 4:00 PM
ZOOM
October 7 (Friday)
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Student Center #214
November 9 (Tuesday)
9:00 – 10:00 AM
ZOOM
January 12 (Wednesday)
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Student Center #223/224
February 2 (Wednesday)
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Student Center #214
March 4 (Friday)
2:00 – 3:00 PM
ZOOM
April 7 (Thursday)
3:00 – 4:00 PM
ZOOM
Diversity
Through the years the Office of University Training has brought to campus various diversity topics for discussion (military, spirituality, civility, sexual orientation, ethnicity, etc.).
Feedback from past seminar participants:
- “I learned new terms! Code switching, dog whistles, different ways to say the same thing, coded language, microaggressions, etc.”
- “Most definitely I intend to train myself to become more aware of how others may interpret what I say in my interactions and communications.”
- “It is especially important to be open to other people.. It’s okay to voice when you feel you’ve been wronged.”
This year the diversity on-site course is entitled Freedom of Speech, Diversity & Inclusion, Cancel Culture. We will discuss this aspect of diversity on our campus and provide steps towards effective communication in difficult conversations. Co-Presenters: Charlotte Strickland (University Training) & Dr. Lesley Graybeal (Director of Service Learning)
You have the option of completing this training online or on-site. The online course equivalent is entitled Sensitivity Awareness.
September 8 (Wednesday)
2:00 – 3:30 PM
Student Center #215
September 30 (Thursday)
9:00 – 10:30 AM
ZOOM
October 12 (Tuesday)
1:30 – 3:30 PM
Student Center #214
November 12 (Friday)
9:00 – 10:30 AM
ZOOM
January 12 (Wednesday)
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Student Center #223/224
February 16 (Wednesday)
2:00 – 3:30 PM
ZOOM
March 10 (Thursday)
10:00 – 11:30 AM
Student Center #214
April 13 (Wednesday)
3:00 – 4:30 PM
ZOOM
Title IX
Includes discussion on Title IX law, UCA policy, and mandatory reporters. The UCA Title IX Coordinator presents this seminar.
You have the option of completing this training online or on-site. The online course equivalent is entitled Title IX and Sexual Harassment Prevention for Employees.
August 20 (Friday)
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Student Center #215
September 28 (Tuesday)
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Student Center #215
January 12 (Wednesday)
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Student Center #223/224
February 10 (Thursday)
2:00 – 3:00 PM
ZOOM
Professional Development
Voluntary educational seminars open to all employees
New Employee Orientation
New Staff Orientation (For non-faculty hired as of May 2021)
September 17 (Friday)
8:15 AM – 1:00 PM
Student Center #213/214
(Lunch provided)
April 15 (Friday)
8:15 AM – 1:00 PM
Student Center #213/214
(Lunch provided)
New Faculty Orientation
August 17 (Monday)
The focus of this day will be teaching essentials and resources to support instruction. Topics will include an overview of UCA students, instructor-student rapport and classroom climate, syllabus design, and surviving the first year as a new faculty member.
August 16, 2021 (Monday) 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center
Contact Center for Excellence in Teaching and Academic Leadership at 450-5240 to register or for questions
Staff/Faculty Resource Groups
(Individuals informally gathering to network and provide support to one another. Centered on commonalities, identities, backgrounds, general concerns, etc.)
*Future Resource Groups will be offered and announced*
COVID Support Thursdays X-Period ZOOM
Facilitators: Charlotte Strickland (University Training) & Moriah Bruner (Wellness Coordinator)
*BeWell Lifestyle Reward points awarded. Attend one or all!
September 2, 16, 30
LGBTQIA Seminars
(Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual)
Panel Discussion, Terminology, Being an Ally
Voluntary Session – Open to all UCA campus employees and student population
October 27 (Wednesday)
3:00 – 4:00 PM
ZOOM
January 27 (Thursday)
3:00 – 4:00 PM
ZOOM
2021 report on UCA campus climate survey & key initiatives to improve campus culture
The Campus Climate Survey is administered to gain information that helps UCA to realize its aspiration of attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff community, participate in enhanced multicultural learning opportunities as well as provide support and knowledge for diversity and inclusion. During this webinar, UCA’s results will be shared along with key updates on key initiatives that have been implemented to address previous survey results.
January 20 (Thursday)
Presenter: Dr. Darshon Reed
X-Period
ZOOM
Leadership Series
Four education sessions to equip ANY employees who have a desire and opportunity to lead others well!
October 6 (Wednesday)
Identity Check – Dr. Malcolm North
2:00 – 4:00 PM
ZOOM
November 30 (Tuesday)
Leadership in Midst of Crisis – Charlotte Strickland, Steven Shook
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Student Center #214
February 3 (Thursday)
Cultivating Emotionally Adept Leadership – Dr. Amy Hawkins, Dr. Leah Horton
Based on the book Permission to Feel, join a group of academic leaders who will walk participants through a tool called RULER that equips us to better Recognize, Understand, Label, Express, and Regulate our emotions and the emotions of those we lead. This interactive session empowers us to channel our emotions to thrive rather than allowing them to undermine our effectiveness.
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Student Center #214
March 30 (Wednesday)
Emerging Leaders – Dr. Rhonda McClellan
2:00 – 4:00 PM
ZOOM
Professional Administrative Staff Reception
April 22 (Friday)
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Student Center #223/224
(Refreshments served)
This program provides food, door prizes, and socialization for UCA employees who serve as professional administrative staff. A short inspirational presentation is provided to remind individuals of the impact they have on this campus.
Service Excellence
UCA C.A.R.E.S. – (Communication, Attitude, Respect, Enthusiasm & Smile!)
For all employees including student workers, graduate assistants, & front line office workers!
August 26 (Thursday)
1:40 – 2:30 PM (X-Period)
Student Center #213
January 25 (Tuesday)
1:40 – 2:30 PM (X-Period)
ZOOM
Bear in Mind Luncheons
Box lunch provided at on-site sessions
12:00 – 1:15 PM
September 29 (Wednesday)
Disabilities: Education and Resources
Presenters: Doris Pierce, Robyn Smith
Student Center #214
October 14 (Thursday)
Mental Health: Assisting our Students
Presenter: UCA Counseling Services
ZOOM
November 17 (Wednesday)
Effective Meetings: Efficiency and Impact!
Presenter: Charlotte Strickland
Student Center #214
January 19 (Wednesday)
Mental Health: Assisting our Students
Presenter: UCA Counseling Center
Student Center #214
February 9 (Wednesday)
UCA Care Team Model
Presenter: Kelly Owens
Student Health Center #307
February 18 (Friday)
Approaching and Implementing Difficult Conversations
Presenter: Charlotte Strickland
ZOOM
March 15 (Tuesday)
Retreat Tools for Departments: EQi, Leaderstyles, Strengthsquest, Personality, etc.
Presenters: Dr. Amy Hawkins, Steven Shook, Charlotte Strickland
ZOOM