HR News Professional & Personal Programming | February 2017

CalPERS is offering one-on-one consultation appointments to assist you with planning for 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 for your retirement. 

A few slots are still available.

If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact the Human Resources at x 6566 at least 7 business days in advance of the program.

To register please contact Rosemary Martin @ 

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/calpers-one-one-consultation-02062017

Check back with us to see the new date for this fascinating session.

A university campus offers many avenues for faculty to grow and engage throughout their careers. It’s never too soon nor too late to explore the possibilities.

Join us for a discussion of the Department Chair position. Learn what the job entails and what a typical day in the life of a department chair looks like. What are the benefits and rewards of serving as a chair? Is there any point too early or too late in one’s career to become a chair? Is there life after being a chair?  We’ll explore all of this and more.

Suggested Readings:

Don't Cry for Me, Academia!, Kevin Dettmar
A Little Patience Goes A Long Way, Josh Boldt

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/exploring-position-department-chair

Whether you've been investing with Savings Plus for years, or have just recently enrolled, this class will help you make sense of the different investment options available to you in the state's 401(k) and 457 plans. You will be walked through the tools available to you through Savings Plus to help make investing easier.

By the end of this workshop you will:

• Find out how to evaluate your own time horizon and risk tolerance.
• Understand the difference between stocks, bonds, and short term investments.
• Learn about the different hands-on and hands-off approaches to investing that Savings Plus offers.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/savings-plus-investing-02072017

Come hear the stories, aspirations and challenges of a panel of students that bring their unique and diverse experiences to the CSUN campus. Through this presentation you will have the opportunity to connect and engage with students and hear their perspectives on the things needed to assist students to persist and graduate. You will leave this session with a deeper understanding of our students, their needs, and how all members of the campus community (faculty, staff and administrators) can help support student success.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/student-success-panel-connecting-students-we-serve

Fidelity has over 68 years of investing experience, and as a leading retirement provider to higher education institutions, is committed to helping you meet your goals.

Christel Whittier, a Fidelity Dedicated Retirement Planner focusing on Personal and Workplace Investing, will be on campus.

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

Routinely documenting an employee’s performance, as well as your coaching, counseling or disciplinary conversations can serve as a dynamic tool for performance evaluations and goal setting. We’ll discuss creating proper documentation, the benefits and hazards of electronic documentation, and strategies to teach your employees how to document their own performance.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/documentation-can-help-raise-bar-you-and-your-employees-20170214

Presented by Jenny Novak, Emergency Preparedness Manager, this course is designed for staff interested or assigned to be Building Marshals for campus departments. The training will cover evacuation procedures, CSUN hazard-specific emergency procedures, equipment assigned to building marshals, and information about how staff can be better prepared to respond to an emergency situation on campus. This is the introductory level training to prepare staff for the Building Marshal position; additional building-specific training opportunities will also be provided.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/police/events/building-marshal-training-spring-session-1

Come and show some LOVE at the Pride Center! All CSUN faculty and staff are invited to an open house that provides empowerment, inclusivity, and education in regards to all LGBTQ students. Located on the second floor of the University Student Union, Sol Center. 

Managing data and keeping it secure is the responsibility of all employees.  Ensuring that access to data is granted and removed according to policy, and that proper procedures in handling data are followed, is the responsibility of managers and supervisors.  Join us for a discussion of current policy and emerging issues.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/manex-managing-at-northridge-Feb2017

Presented by Stacey Nowak, Police Services, 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.

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

Join Dr. Iswari Pandey, Associate Professor of English and Director, Business and Professional Communication at CSUN for an insightful session on the importance of planning and drafting your communications to successfully convey your message.

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 PM to 1 PM with Q&A after.  Please bring your laptop or tablet to take notes, or stop by with questions between 2 - 4 PM.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/fidelity-403b-workshop-february-20-2017

This course will provide an overview of the three tiers of CSUN’s Emergency Management & Preparedness Program: University, Department, and the Individual. We will focus heavily on emergency procedures and recommended actions in different types of hazardous situations. Participants will come away with a clear understanding of how CSUN utilizes its emergency notifications systems to reach the campus community, the University’s emergency response structure, and what resources are available to promote preparedness at a department and individual level on campus.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/police/events/csun-emergency-procedures-and-emergency-notification-spring

Project Management is used to move us from our current state to a (hopefully improved) future state. These changes are typically managed as unique, one-time projects, but the underlying principles can help us in all areas of our work. This discussion will cover common barriers to success as well as the tools and techniques we can use to overcome them.

Attending this workshop will help you:

• Understand the role of Project Management
• Apply Project Management to your day-to-day life 
• Think more strategically about your time and attention 
• Deliver the right results, at the right level, at the right time

For Details and Registration Information, visit: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/project-management-adding-value-delivering-results-20170221

In accordance with the CSU's Foreign Travel Insurance Policy (2011), all CSU faculty, staff, and students traveling internationally on CSU business must obtain Foreign Travel Insurance through Risk Management.

In attending this workshop, you will:

• Gain an understanding of the requirements of the policy.
• Learn best practices for obtaining Foreign Travel Insurance and how this affects eTravel Travel Authorizations and the paper Approval of Travel Form, and
• Understand the difference between High Risk and International destinations and the expectations that apply to each.

Who Should Attend:

Faculty and staff planning to travel internationally on CSU business; and/or those responsible for assisting in international travel arrangements or reconciliation.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/international-travel-101-1

It is estimated that 80% of all care received by older Americans is provided by family members. Those of us who have senior loved ones in our lives want to be sure they’re well-cared for. This can be emotionally challenging for family members as they try to balance their work and children in addition to taking care of a loved one. This session will address some of the emotional challenges caregivers face, the importance of a support network, and resources available.

Content includes:

• Common reactions
• How to involve other family members
• Active loving
• Caring for the caregiver, and
• How LifeMatters® can help

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/eldercare-emotional-challenges-caregivers

Presented by the Marilyn Magaram Center Staff, join us for a discussion about doing research before going out to eat – online menu and nutrition; understanding the menu – paying attention to words used: “breaded” “smothered” “crispy”; asking for substitutions – dressing on side, no cheese, etc.; portion control – listen to when body tells you; if full; take home leftovers; it's ok to leave food on your plate; and Cooking Demo – making restaurant foods at home and easy Lunches/Dinners that can replace your favorite restaurant meal.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/mmc-creative-cooking-and-wellness-series-making-better-choices-when

The LifeMattters' Webinar for February is: Building Good Credit and Improving Your Credit Score - Thursday, February 23, 2017 

Two options: 12 noon Eastern/11 a.m. Central/9 a.m. Pacific and 3 p.m. Eastern/2 p.m. Central/12 noon Pacific 
Content includes: The FICO system explained and how to use this information to improve credit scores. 
Register for the live webinars at noon Eastern or 3 p.m. Eastern or please check our WorkLife Balance Webinar archives the month after this live webinar is complete.

To access webinars:

• 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.

LifeMatters Recipe of the Month

LifeMatters has a featured recipe each month! Log in to the LifeMatters website to view how to make Chicken & Mushroom Pasta. 

For more information about LifeMatters benefits available to you as a CSUN employee, visit: http://www.csun.edu/benefits/lifematters-eap

Interested in learning more about LGBTQ Students? This session will provide faculty and staff with simple tools on how to make their classroom or department more inclusive for LGBTQ students.

For Details and Registration Information, visit: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/lgbtq-z-02282017

This course will be an overview of personal preparedness tips and recommendations for a variety of hazards. We will go over CSUN specific procedures as well as what individuals can do in their homes and offices to be prepared for any type of emergency situation. Participants will learn about family emergency plans and how to prepare supplies. This course will provide a venue for discussion about disaster preparedness on campus, at home, and in our communities.

For Details and Registration Information: http://www.csun.edu/police/events/disaster-ready-101-introduction-personal-preparedness-spring

In these challenging times, it is more important than ever to be efficient and effective in the recruitment process. Hiring the right person makes all the difference for everyone involved. We will discuss job success factors and how to develop behavioral questions to determine which candidates possess the best "fit" for any given job.

For Details and Registration Information, visit: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/finding-right-fit-how-conduct-effective-interview-20170301

So long as cash is King, there are procedures to adhere to when handling cash and cash equivalency. If you handle payment transactions, there are CSU/CSUN guidelines you must follow to protect the University.

This course is a great follow-up to Navigating the Audit Trail workshop.

Through this workshop, you will:

1. be made aware of procedures you must follow;
2. learn tips/guidelines you should follow to protect yourself and the University;
3. prepare you and your department to be in a better position in the event of an audit.

For Details and Registration Information, visit: http://www.csun.edu/development/training/events/buck-stops-here-cash-handling-training-20170301

The LifeMattters' pre-recorded webinar for February is: Breaking the Habit of Procrastination - Available 24/7 

Content includes: Strategies to reduce or overcome procrastination.
Available as a pre-recorded webinar

To access webinars:

• 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.

For more information about LifeMatters benefits available to you as a CSUN employee, visit: http://www.csun.edu/benefits/lifematters-eap