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Professional & Personal Development
The Professional & Personal Development Program highlights the following discussions, training sessions, and development workshops available to you. Explore the items below for more information.
At CSUN we have seen an increase in the number of faculty, staff and students who have raised concerns about their own safety and/or the safety of others. Part II of the workshop will deal with the worst case scenario of an active shooter situation on campus to explain the survival mindset necessary in that situation as well as realistic strategies for dealing with it. There will also be an explanation of what to expect regarding emergency response by CSUN Police.
Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Location: Department of Police Services, 2nd Floor Training Room
Intended Audience: All CSUN Employees
Presented by: Anne Glavin, Chief of Police, Department of Police Services and Kristina de la Vega, Associate Vice President, Human Resource
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/police/events/workplace-violencesurviving-active-shooter-incident-part-ii
Whether you are the traveler or the individual tasked with making travel arrangements or following up to ensure receipts and claims are finalized, this session will help faculty and staff alike make every CSUN related travel experience a more positive one.
We’ll highlight the basics of the CSU Travel Policy, and cover the fundamentals of air and auto travel, meals, hotel and lodging, conference, workshop or invitation fees, and advances and refunds - as well show you where to always find this information. Did you know the eTravel feature in the CSUN mobile app lets users add expenses or scan receipts while on the go? Don’t be grounded, book a seat and get this year’s travel off to a smooth start.
Wednesday, November 1, 2017 - 9:00 am to 10:15 am
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By:
Annie Dang, Director Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Travel
Cynthia De La Fuente, Travel Coordinator
Christine Dorman, Finance Training and Support Analyst, and
Debbie Whitchurch, Financial Operations Analyst
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/making-csuns-etravel-solution-your-roadmap-seamless-travel
The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects invites you to drop in for one on one assistance with the following activities: proposal budget development, interpretation of request for proposal guidelines, Cayuse record creation, human and animal subjects protocol writing and revisions, intellectual property and drone questions, and much more.
Feel free to come by and meet with any of our staff for all of your research and sponsored project needs. Not a good day for you? We offer Drop-In Consultations the first Thursday of each month this semester!
Thursday, November 2, 2017 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: University Hall, Room 275
Facilitated By: Office of Research and Sponsored Projects
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/research-sponsored-projects-drop-consultation-20171102
True ColorsTM is a personality identification system for understanding yourself and others based on your personality temperament. The colors of Orange, Gold, Green and Blue are used to differentiate the four central personality styles of True Colors™. Each of us has a combination of these True ColorsTM that make up our personality spectrum, usually with one of the styles being the most dominant.
Thursday, November 2, 2017 - 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Location: Extended University Commons, EU 101
Facilitated By: Bridget Sampson, Faculty, Department of Communication Studies and Founder of Sampson Communication Consulting
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/being-your-best-knowing-your-true-colors-and-how-best-work-others-0
Uncontrolled stress can impact health and job performance. Facilitated by Kaiser Permanente, this session helps you identify your sources of stress and learn the coping skills needed to manage and reduce stress levels.
Monday, November 6, 2017 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Kaiser Permanente
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/stress-reduction
Awaken your best self with this fun, six-week online sleep program!
Our busy lives make it easy to take sleep for granted. But the right amount of shut-eye can reduce stress, spur your creativity, and help you lose weight. It may even make you look younger. To help you feel more productive, healthy, and focused, Human Resources has teamed up with Kaiser Permanente to bring you Rest and Revive. During this fun, easy-to-follow program, you will receive six weekly emails with practical suggestions for getting better rest — and avoiding common mistakes that keep you up at night. Along the way, you can find tips on physical activity, healthy eating, and making sure your bedroom is set up to help you sleep.
The first email will give you the tools to log your sleep habits and daily routines and assess your progress. Get ready — it’s the first step on the path to better rest.
Monday, November 6, 2017
Location: Online Program
Facilitated By: Kaiser Permanente and Human Resources
Please click here to sign-up and participate in the program: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YCDVM5D.
As caregivers, we focus on taking care of others. However, by doing this, we may minimize the importance of taking care of ourselves.
Tuesday, November 7, 2017 - 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Life Matters
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/pathways-healing-coping-compassion-fatigue
It is important to listen to the signals your body gives you and learn how to tailor your workstation specific to your size and work flow. Small modifications can make a big difference in the way you feel.
Wednesday, November 8, 2017 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Daniel Castellon, EH&S Specialist
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/office-ergonomics-2
Who are our students? What are common misconceptions of the millennial student? What are recent developments in our demographics? Understanding the current CSUN students, where they come from, and what their general trajectory through their tenure at the University positions us to better guide them toward success. This session will also be a good way to help staff and faculty consider how the CSUN student today is not the student of yesterday!
Monday, November 13, 2017 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Shelley Ruelas-Bischoff, Associate Vice President, Student Life
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/supporting-student-success-understanding-and-helping-students-20171101
During this week-long webinar series, various risk management-related topics will be presented at each session, followed by short discussion and Q&A. The goal is to create a forum for non-risk managers to learn about the importance of local, state, and federal regulations; common risks on college and university campuses; and what non-risk managers can do to advance effective risk practices on their campuses. Everyone is welcome to participate. All sessions will take place in the Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level. For detailed information, view the events on the Professional and Personal Development Program Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/calendar-events/month/76181/2017-11
November 13, 2017 Managing Volunteers on Campus
November 14, 2017 Mitigating Travel Risks
November 15, 2017 3D Printers
November 16, 2017 Risk Leadership on Campus
November 17, 2017 Data Breach 101 (Live Presentation)
You can view a complete line up of Risky Business at: http://www.csun.edu/sites/default/files/Risky%20Business%202017-18.jpg
Enhancing the reputation and visibility of CSUN is key institutional priority. Opportunities for students, employees and funding are enhanced by the positive visibility and reputation of the university.
Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Kevin Lizarraga, Director of University Marketing
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/csun-rise-maximizing-identity-system-and-positioning-platform-fall-2017
Fidelity has over 68 years of investing experience, and as a leading retirement provider to higher education institutions, we’re committed to helping you meet your goals. This session is from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm with Q&A included. Please bring your laptop or tablet to take notes.
Monday, November 13, 2017 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Location: Extended University Commons 101
Faciliated By: Christel Whittier, Fidelity
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/fidelity-403b-workshop-11132017
Join HR and other campus colleagues for CSU's got talent webcast featuring Julia Heatherwick. No registration necessary. 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!
Thursday, November 16, 2017 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: TBA
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/leader-coach-save-time-solve-problems-asking-right-questions
For Management Personnel Plan (MPP) classified employees only. Join CSUN leaders for a discussion on working collaboratively to build and foster CSUN Community. Learn about and share ideas on promoting the Employee Success priority.
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Kristina de la Vega, Associate Vice President, Human Resources & Dwayne Cantrell, Associate Vice President, Student Access and Support
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/manager-exchange-conversation-employee-engagement-csun-leaders-20171128
We will discuss the factors that are, and are not used in determining the appropriate classification, the types of reviews conducted in the classification process, potential reclassification impact(s), and classification appeal process.
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Mika Williamson, Director, Recruitment Services & Compensation & Lynn Marks, Manager, Classification & Compensation
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/understanding-how-csuns-classification-compensation-system-works-20171128
One of the in-demand, 21st century skills that is a “must have,” is an inclusive innovator’s [I2] DNA. From how to enhance your individual creativity to putting together the “right mix,” of talent, and getting the “mix to work,” in your teams, this action-packed workshop will enhance your I2 superpowers. Through practical, evidence-based, tips & tools you’ll learn how to convert differences into creative fuel, and inclusion into an innovation engine that produces novel solutions to your toughest problems.
Wednesday, November 29, 2017 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Location: Human Resources Training Room, Oviatt Library 16, Garden Level
Facilitated By: Susan Hua, Interim Chief Diversity Officer and Director, Office of Equity & Diversity
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/benefiting-our-differences-20171129
Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Google+, YouTube, SnapChat, and Instagram have become an integral part of our lives. Social media sites are a great way to stay connected with others, but you should be cautious about how much personal information you post. This course will teach you to be cyber safe and while still being able to enjoy your social networking.
Wednesday, November 29, 2017 - 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.
Presented By: Stacey Nowak, Police Services
For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/police/events/cyber-safety
The Fall 2017 Faculty & Staff Series includes six home events on campus. For attending four of the six designated games, participants will receive a #OneMatador Polo Shirt. CSUN Faculty and Staff members will receive free admission to each game and are invited to bring up to three guests.
All CSUN Faculty and Staff members are eligible to participate by checking in at each game using their CSUN ID. The Athletics Department will have a separate check-in area for participants at each venue in order to track attendance. Premium giveaway items will also be made available for each game, as applicable, at the Faculty & Staff Series check-in table.
Thursday, November 30, 2017 - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Matadome
Presented By: CSUN Athletics
For more information regarding the CSUN Faculty & Staff Series, please contact Associate Athletics Director for Marketing, Branding and Fan Development Dawn Ellerbe at or by calling (818) 677-3215 : http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/matador-athletics-faculty-and-staff-appreciation-series-womens
