HR News Professional & Personal Programming | October 2022
The Professional & Personal Development Program highlights the following discussions, training sessions, and development workshops available to you. Explore the items below for more information.
Be sure to check out the Training Resource links to the right to view additional training opportunities offered by Information Technology and the Universal Design Center
CSU Cross Campus Collaboration Classes are back! Check out the full semester line-up at the CSU-CSUN CCC website.
New Online Training Content Available In CSU Learn: Problem Solving, Google Sheets, PowerPoint, Snowflake and More!
From Thriving with High Pressure Work, to Problem Solving, creating Google Sheets and working in Snowflake, the following new content is available free on CSU Learn! Simply copy and paste the Course ID or Title in the CSU Learn search bar to pull up the course.
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Thriving with High-pressure Work
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Managing and Supporting Employee Wellness
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Problem Solving: Defining and Stating the Problem
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Global Perspectives on Race, Ethnicity, and Equity: France and Denmark Replay Session
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Structuring your document in Google Docs 2022
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Getting started in Google Sheets 2022
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Formatting data in Google Sheets 2022
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PowerPoint 365: Inserting text
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Organizing & searching for files in Windows 11
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Using the Universal Apps in Windows 11
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Hazard Communication in the Office: An Employee's Right to Understand 2.0
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Construction: Hazard Communication: An Employee's Right to Understand 2.0
Cloud Computing for Decision Makers: Cloud Adoption
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Google Professional Cloud Architect: Becoming a Google Cloud Architect
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Google Professional Cloud Developer: Google Cloud Software Development
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Google Professional Cloud Developer: Google Cloud Application Testing
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Google Professional Cloud Developer: Building Google Cloud Applications
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Google Professional Cloud Developer: Google Cloud Data and Storage Services
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Google Professional Cloud Developer: Google Cloud Compute Services
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Google Professional Cloud Developer: Integrating Google Cloud APIs
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Cloud Security, Risk, and Compliance: Managing Security in the Cloud Era
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Cloud Security, Risk, and Compliance: Risk & Compliance in the Cloud Era
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Continuous Data: Ingesting Continuous Data in Snowflake
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Data Loading in Snowflake: Fundamentals of Stages
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Data Loading in Snowflake: Using External Stages
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Setting up the Data Infrastructure in an Organization
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Managing Snowflake: Administering a Snowflake Account
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Queries in Snowflake: Getting Started with Performance Optimizations
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Queries in Snowflake: Search Optimization, External Table Partitions, & Views
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Data Sharing in Snowflake: Implementing Secure Data Sharing
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Semi-structured Data: Loading and Querying JSON & XML Data in Snowflake
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Core DevOps Skills: Moving toward DevOps
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Core DevOps Skills: DevOps Principles & Practices
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Final Exam: Natural Language Processing
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Final Exam: Advanced Concepts in C++
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Final Exam: OWASP Top 10 Mitigations - 2021
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Scrum Master: Advanced Service to the Product Owner
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Scrum Master: Scaling Scrum Teams
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Scrum Master: Scrum Adoption Advanced Concepts
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Scaled Agile Leader: Scrum Scaling Challenges
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Scaled Agile Leader: Scaling Scrum Customization
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SC-900 - Microsoft Security: Microsoft 365 Security and Security Management
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SC-900 - Microsoft Security: Microsoft 365 Insider Risk, eDiscovery, & Auditing
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SecOps Tool Landscape: Intro to Security Tools (SecTools)
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Exploring SecOps Tools: Network Packet Manipulation Using Wireshark
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Exploring SecOps Tools: Penetration Testing Using Metasploit Framework
Benefits Open Enrollment One-on-One Consultations | October 3
Monday, October 3, 2022 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Location:
In-Person; HR Conference Room VH 165
15 minute One-on-One Consultations are available with an HR Benefits Representative for assistance with Open Enrollment inquiries during the following dates/times:
Please note that these appointments are for Open Enrollment inquires only.
Virtual Benefits & Wellness Fair | October 5
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Location:
Online
Presented by: HR Benefits Administration
Description: Get ready to make the most of Open Enrollment, register and join the virtual Annual Benefits & Wellness Fair to gather information and speak to representatives from:
Health Care Providers
Savings & Retirement Planning Partners
Voluntary Plans
CSUN HR Benefits' Department
To participate in the virtual Benefits Fair, you must preregister here.
Employees observing Yom Kippur on October 5 are welcome to register here for the Northern or Southern Region Virtual Benefit Fair, September 28th, or 30th, respectively.
Email Accessibility | October 6
Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:00am
Location:
Zoom session
Description:This session is the best practices for making email content that is accessible, usable and readable so that the email can reach the greatest amount of readers. Participants will learn why accessibility needs to be considered when creating emails step-by-step to ensure they are accessible.
Recommended Attendees: Staff, Faculty, Executives, Financial Personnel, Marketing Specialist, Business Analyst, Admin Support, Graphic Designers, and Instructional Support.
Learning Objectives: Step-by-Step instructions to create accessible email content.
Note: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty, staff, student employees, and alumni.
CSU CCC Class | Continuous Improvement Essentials - "Lean Basics" | October 11
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 - 9:00am to 10:30am
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by the CSU Channel Islands, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
This workshop is designed for staff to understand the basics of Continuous Improvement using Lean tools. We will discuss:
Your role in helping CSU Continually Improve
Learn how to identify waste
Learn the basics of Lean and its terminology
Learn how your knowledge can help make CSU be more efficient
Facilitated by:
Brian Lindgren
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU CCC Class | Rejuvenation and Finding Joy | October 11
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU San Marcos, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
In this workshop you will have the opportunity to pause, reflect and re-connect with your deepest intention. We invite you to re-ignite the joy that brought you to higher education. In this workshop we will introduce you to a variety of contemplative practices such as mindfulness meditation, reflective reading and writing, deep listening, contemplative movement, compassion and loving kindness. The benefits of these practices include increased attention, reduced anxiety, enhanced resiliency, and heightened self -reflection. At the conclusion of the workshop, you will have several techniques to apply to your interactions with students and colleagues.
Facilitated by:
Ranjeeta Basu
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
Description:Social media has revolutionized the way we communicate over the past decade and has established a dominant presence online. As technology continues to advance social media becomes a more crucial communication tool for our everyday activities. People can connect with their family members on Facebook or reach out to hiring recruiters on LinkedIn.
Recommended Attendees: Staff, Faculty, Executives, Financial Personnel, Marketing Specialist, Business Analyst, Admin Support, Graphic Designers, and Instructional Support.
Learning Objectives: The more people use social media to connect, the bigger of importance accessibility in social media becomes.
Note: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty, staff, student employees, and alumni.
CalPERS Webinar | Family Status Changes | October 12
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 - 11:00am to 11:20am
Location:
Online, Pre-Registration Required
Facilitated by:
CalPERS Staff
Description:
Changes in your personal life can impact your CalPERS benefits for you and your family. This webcast provides information on how certain life events, such as getting married or divorced or the birth of a child, can affect your CalPERS benefits.
Registration:
Note: Registration closes at midnight the evening before the webcast airs.
CSU CCC Class | How to Electrify Your Drive- The Switch to an Electric Car | October 13
Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU Channel Islands, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
"Have you been thinking about driving electric, but still have questions? How will I charge? How far can I go? How expensive is it? Will I miss stopping at the gas station? (Spoiler Alert: Nope!)
Join us to learn more about:
What electric vehicle options are on the market
How to plan for your driving needs
How to use charging stations
And more!"
Facilitated by:
Roxane Beigel-Coryell
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU CCC Class | Avoiding Bias in Hiring | October 13
Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU Chico, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
During this overview of implicit bias and its impact on the hiring process, you will be provided tools and strategies for ensuring that the best candidates apply and are hired for open positions. This highly interactive session will provide time for discussion and opportunities to practice implementing the strategies. Workshop enrollees are encouraged to complete an online exercise in preparation for the workshop: Implicit Association Test (IAT)
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Facilitated by:
Beverly Gentry & Yvette Zuniga
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU CCC Class | Architects of Life - How to Build Productive Habits | October 14
Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU Chico, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
During this overview of implicit bias and its impact on the hiring process, you will be provided tools and strategies for ensuring that the best candidates apply and are hired for open positions. This highly interactive session will provide time for discussion and opportunities to practice implementing the strategies. Workshop enrollees are encouraged to complete an online exercise in preparation for the workshop: Implicit Association Test (IAT)
Passcode: abh
Facilitated by:
Beverly Gentry & Yvette Zuniga
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU San Luis Obispo, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
Join us for an important discussion that brings attention to the unconscious biases we all possess and provides some strategies for overcoming its impact in our work and relationships. Come learn about diversity & inclusion, how to recognize areas where unconscious bias may surface, identify strategies for avoiding bias, and learn of resources available for additional learning and involvement.
Facilitated by:
Lanaya Gaberel, and Erica Stewart
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
This session is an introduction to the best practices for creating accessible flyers and infographics content. Attendees will learn why accessibility needs to be considered when developing emails and infographics and steps to be taken to ensure they are accessible.
Learning Objectives
In this training, attendees will:
Learn about the importance of creating accessible flyers and infographics content
Learn best practices to implement when designing flyers and infographics
Note: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty, staff, student employees, and alumni.
HR Insights | Learning Can Be Fun and Almost Free: The CSU Fee Waiver & Reduction Program Benefit | October 18
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
Facilitated By:
Nick Alexander, Admissions & Records Frank Calderon, Admissions & Records Shen Milunovic, Student Finance Alma Garcia, Human Resources
Description:
Are you interested in furthering your educational goals or transferring the CSU Fee Waiver & Reduction Program benefit to an eligible family member? If so, you will want to attend this session so you can maximize this wonderful benefit to help achieve educational goals.
For priority processing, submit your Spring 2023 Fee Waiver & Reduction Application between Monday, October 3, 2022 and Friday, November 4, 2022.
For immediate information on the Fee Waiver and Reduction benefit program, visit the Benefits Fee Waiver website.
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
On the next page select "Add" then "Register."
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU's Got Talent | Unleashing Your Greatness: 5 Keys to Being Extraordinary | October 19
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:00am
Location:
Online
Facilitated By:
Buhle Dlamini, Author, Entrepreneur, Fellow with the Cultural Intelligence Center
Description:
Detailed description of presentation coming soon.
You can read more about Buhle Dlamini and Unleashing Your Greatness here.
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! To view, visit: https://calstate.adobeconnect.com/CGT
You can view/download a pdf version of the following flyer here.
Screen Readers & Accessibility Testing Tools | October 19
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:15am
Location:
Zoom session
Description: In this training, attendees will learn about accessibility testing tools and methods to ensure websites meet web accessibility requirements and standards. Also, an introduction to text to speech or screen reader technology and how screen readers are essential to allow users who are blind or visually impaired to access information.
Recommended Attendees:Web Developers, Information Technology Specialist, Web Content Creators, Instructional Designers, Instructional Support, Business Analyst, Staff, Faculty, Executives, Financial Personnel, Marketing Specialist, Admin Support, and Graphic Designers.
Learning Objectives:
Learn about testing tools and software
Receive a tutorial on common testing applications and programs
Learn how to apply test results to your webpage and find more resources to fix.
A brief overview of automated testing tools
Understand what a screen reader is and who uses it.
Comprehend how accessibility is essential to ensure screen reader users have access to information.
Note: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty, staff, student employees, and alumni.
CSU CCC Class | Productivity Tools | October 19
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU Fresno, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
This workshop will provide a demo and overview of different productivity tools you can use to increase work productivity, manage large projects, and improve collaboration across team members.
Facilitated by:
Iuliana Papuc, and William Hardaway
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU CCC Class | Trust is a Verb! - The Action You Can Observe, Measure, and Create | October 20
Thursday, October 20, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by Cal Poly Pomona, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
Learn practical ways you can build, observe, and measure trust starting with self trust. This session will leverage concepts from Franklin Covey's "Leading at the Speed of Trust" to explore the importance of self-trust and relationship trust and how you can build a trust account with others to improve relationships, results, and productivity.
Facilitated by:
Michelle Elrod
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU CCC Class | Decisions, Decisions! Creative Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Techniques | October 20
Thursday, October 20, 2022 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU Long Beach, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
In this workshop you will learn and apply creative thinking techniques to problems, learn and practice a method of Problem Solving which can be applied to nearly any situation, and learn four styles of effective Decision Making and match them to appropriate situations. Meeting ID: 828 5091 3927 Passcode: 050466
Facilitated by:
Stacey Schack
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
This session demonstrates the difference between Canva vs. Microsoft PowerPoint on creating accessible flyers and infographics content. Attendees are encouraged to take an introduction Flyers & Infographics prior to this session to understand the best practices when designing an infographic.
Recommended Attendees: Graphic Designers, Marketing Specialist, Staff, IT Specialist, Web Developers, Web Content Creators, Instructional Support, and Admin Support.
Learning Objectives
-Learn about the importance of creating accessible flyers and infographics content
-Evaluate documents to identify inaccessible features
-Explain key features of accessible Canva vs. Microsoft PowerPoint tools
Note: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty, staff, student employees, and alumni.
CSU CCC Class | Selling Yourself, Selling Your Ideas | October 25
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Location:
Online, Zoom connection information provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSUN as part of a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
Every day we sell ourselves and our ideas. As a staff member pitching a procedure or preparing your self-evaluation, or as a faculty member working on a grant application, research competition, or compiling your PIF, it is important to recognize the significance of your work, your ideas, and yourself, and how to sell or convey this in an efficient and successful way.
By attending this session, you will:
Be able to evaluate the needs of your audience;
Choose an appropriate approach; and
Concisely and clearly communicate your goal(s).
Facilitated by:
John M. Kephart III, Ph.D., Associate Professor, California State University – Northridge
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log in with your CSUN Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
Fidelity Financial Workshop: Identify and Prioritize Your Savings Goals | October 25
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location:
Online
Description:
Feel more confident about your finances!
Join us if you want help saving for multiple goals: Get strategies and tips on prioritizing and funding your specific savings goals, like buying a new home or car, saving for a child’s college, and more
Facilitator:
Hector Ruiz, Fidelity Panelist
CSU CCC Class | Personal Branding - Building your Professional Presence | October 26
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by CSU East Bay, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
What does your personal branding say about you? Join us as we discuss the importance of personal branding in attaining your professional presence and aspired goals. Passcode: 168435
Facilitated by:
Victoria Morris, Ph.D
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
CSU CCC Class | Success as a 1st Generation Professional | October 27
Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
This session is offered by Stanislaus State, participating with Northridge in a CSU System-Wide Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.
Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Stanislaus.
Description:
The transition from student to professional can be difficult if you don’t already have a support network. Join us to learn about potential barriers and strategies to address concerns as you transition from college to career. This session might be most beneficial for those recently switching from a student to staff opportunity in higher education or other industries.
Facilitated by:
Evelyn Ramos
Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:
When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
Log into with your myNorthridge Portal credentials.
Select the “Register” button.
Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.
If you require an accommodation to attend this program, please contact Human Resources at x5168 at least seven business days in advance of the program.
Withdraw from Session: If you need to cancel your registration, select the “Self” icon in CSU Learn. Select “Learning,” then “Registrations.” Select the box next to the session you need to cancel, and select “Cancel Registration.” In the next window, select “Confirm Cancellation.”
LifeMatters Webinar: The Stress-Sleep Correlation - Available Throughout October
Description:
Learn how small changes to your daily routine may improve the quality of your sleep.
Location:
Online: Available as a prerecorded webinar
Facilitated By:
LifeMatters
To access the webinars:
Go to www.mylifematters.com/my/webinars and follow the directions on that page. Please sign in with your company password - MATADORS
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.
If you are unable to attend the live webinar, it will be available in the WorkLife Balance Webinar archive
