HR News Professional & Personal Programming | January 2018

Get started on that New Year resolution to save a little extra toward retirement.  Explore saving and investments opportunities available through Fidelity Investments.

To schedule a one-on-one with Christel A. Whittier please call (800) 343-0860 or register online at https://nb.fidelity.com/public/nb/default/fort. 

Appointments available between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Wednesday, January 17, 2018  AND 
Thursday, January 18, 2018 

Extended University Commons (EU), Room 106

Facilitated by:
Christel A. Whittier, Dedicated Retirement Planner

The Working Moms Brown Bag lunch gives CSUN’s working moms a chance to gather monthly to offer support, advice, and camaraderie. Topics will vary depending on attendees’ interest. Bring your lunch for this drop-in group and take a well-deserved hour for yourself!

Tuesday, January 23, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/working-moms-brown-bag-lunch-5

The LifeMattters' webinar for January (LIVE) is Wednesday, January 24, 2018, 9:00 – 10:00 AM, or 12:00 - 1:00 PM

This webinar content includes Conveying messages effectively and addressing communication barriers

• Go to www.mylifematters.com/my/webinars and follow the directions on that page. Please sign in with your company password.
• For live webinars, click on the link for the webinar you would like to attend and follow the registration instructions. You must register prior to the start of the webinar to attend.
• Transcripts for non-captioned, archived webinars are available upon request.

A live webinar featuring Joshua Spodek, Ph.D., Professor at NYU and bestselling author.  Learn ways to practice leadership in challenging situations by living your values.

Thursday, January 25, 2018 - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Human Resources Training Room, OV 16 or Online at Your Desk

If viewing online on your own, the webcast is limited to the first 200 logins (multiple viewers can sit in the same room and use one link.)  Please login as a “guest” and then type in your CAMPUS/Your Full Name (i.e CSUN/Steven Spielberg).  Listen to the audio via your computer speakers. Also available: join from your mobile device by downloading the Adobe Connect app!

For additional information, visit: https://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/leadership-environment-personal-growth-through-living-your-values

Interested in gaining more confidence and developing your leadership and communication skills in a no-pressure atmosphere? We’ve established a CSUN Toastmasters chapter open to all staff and faculty. Toastmasters’ mission is to provide its members with a positive and supportive learning environment where participants can practice delivering speeches and fulfilling leadership roles, which can in turn foster self-confidence and personal and professional growth. Your participation in a Toastmasters club can help you to conduct effective meetings, guide successful team collaborations, and enhance your listening and speaking abilities.

Thursday, January 25, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Location: Whitsett Room

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/csun-matador-masters-toastmasters-meeting-16

This workshop will help you understand what identity theft is, how criminals obtain your personal information and how to detect, deter & defend yourself against victimization.

Thursday, January 25, 2018 - 12:00 PM to 12:55 PM
Location: Department of Police Services, 2nd Floor Training Room
Intended Audience: CSUN Faculty, Staff, Students, and Community Members.
Facilitated By: Stacey Nowak, Police Services

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/police/events/identity-theft-prevention-0

Kick off the new year by incorporating healthier behaviors into your lifestyle. This course is designed to give you information on ways to achieve a healthier lifestyle by providing you with various tools that you can use to improve your overall wellness. We will discuss ways to make healthier lifestyle and behavioral choices by incorporating fitness and wellness related activities into your life.

Wednesday, January 31, 2018 - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Oasis Wellness Center
Facilitated By: Sandra Salute, Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/new-year-new-you

Whether planned or unforeseen, sometimes employees need to ask for time away from work. In this training session we will discuss the types of leave programs available, and most importantly, your role in the coordination process.

Thursday, February 1, 2018 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By:
Laurie Gold-Brubaker, Associate Director, Benefits and Workers' Compensation, Human Resources
Karyn Cote, LOA & Workers' Compensation Specialist

For Details and Registration Information: https://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/life-happens-coordinating-leave-process-employees-2-1-18

CalPERS is offering one-on-one consultation appointments to assist you with planning your retirement.  Faculty and Staff can take advantage of this opportunity to meet with a CalPERS representative one on one to assist you with planning your retirement.

Appointments Available Tuesday, February 6, 2018, between 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Extended University Commons 106
Facilitated By: Mindy Fox, CalPERS Representative

To register please contact Rosemary Martin at Rosemary.Martin@csun.edu.

There are risks in all aspects of the campus environment.  Internal controls are the business practices, policies or procedures that help to minimize risk.  This session will provide you with a foundation of risk and internal controls by understanding how they impact our daily lives as well as our work on campus.  By attending this session, you will: be able to more readily identify department business risks; learn the importance of internal controls in all of our jobs at CSUN; be better prepared for potential audits; and learn the "red flags" of fraud.

Come join us for the 411 on College Savings and Why a 529 Plan Should be a Part of Your Savings Strategy. 

Wednesday, February 7, 2018 - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated by: Omar Marquez, Consultant | TIAA Tuition Financing, Inc.

For Details and Registration Information: https://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/411-college-savings-simplify-529-0

Enhancing the reputation and visibility of CSUN is a key institutional priority. Opportunities abound for faculty, staff and departments to connect with students, alumni and each other via social media to promote our mission, improve service, and strengthen ties.

In the context of CSUN Rise, we’ll take a look at the resources and tools available to you, as well as best practices, when using social media to connect and engage, and advance the reputation and visibility of CSUN.

Thursday, February 8, 2018 - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated by:
Jeff Noblitt, Associate Vice President, Marketing & Communications
Emily Olson, Social Media Editor/Writer

For Details and Registration Information: https://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/csun-rise-importance-social-media-our-environment-2-8-18