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HR News Professional & Personal Programming | March 2024

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 for the Spring! Look at the complete Spring lineup on the Calendar.

Atomic Habits: Becoming the Architect of Your Life - CSU CCC | February 28

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 - 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

In this workshop we will reflect on key guidance from the bestselling book, Atomic Habits by James Clear. The book provides practical, clear, and actionable strategies for creating systems that will aid you in breaking bad habits and in developing lasting desired habits with resilience. Use the advice from this book to jump start your own positive habit formation and become the architect of your life!

Facilitated by:

Jeff Williams, Dani Gaeta


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below

 

How to be an Effective Virtual Team Member - CSU CCC | March 5

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by CSU's Office of the Chancellor, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

Virtual business teams are work groups made up of people with complementary skills, common purpose and interdependent goals, separated by geography, time zones and sometimes language and culture. These business groups have become critical to maintaining strong communication with teammates, customers and stakeholders.

The ability of employees to work effectively in a virtual team environment will be crucial for their success. This LIVE, virtual course enables team members to understand how to work most effectively with others who work elsewhere much or all of the time. Join Us!

Session Agenda:
1. Understanding Virtual Teams
2. Virtual Team Communication
3. Effective Virtual Meetings

In this 3-hour Workshop you can expect to walk away with tools to be a more effective team member such as:
-Understand the basic fundamentals of virtual teams and how they benefit both managers and individual team member
-Learn how to incorporate basic communication techniques into your virtual interactions
-Explain ways that team members can help alleviate problems on a virtual team
-Identify the key to managing conflict on a virtual team
-Discuss the importance of engagement during virtual meetings

Facilitated by:

Claudia Clarissa Montoya-Andrews


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

Facilitating Challenging Conversations: Preparing Others - CSU CCC | March 8

Friday, March 8, 2024 - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by San Diego State University, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

What a facilitator does with and for a group, sometimes before even walking into the room, can make a world of difference for how discussions will go. In this workshop we will discuss actions you can take to create the conditions for productive conversations about challenging topics, including establishing clear guidelines for interaction and providing careful structure for the discussion.

Part 2 of 4 of Facilitating Challenging Conversations: Classroom Focus series.

Facilitated by:

Jennifer Y. Imazeki


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

Self-Coaching 101 - CSU CCC | March 8

Friday, March 8, 2024 - 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by Cal Poly Pomona, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

The Self Coaching 101 session will explore the mental processes and paradigms that lead to personal and professional excellence. The workshop is based on the idea that a strong mindset if critical to optimal performance and will provide practical tools to allow participants to unlock their fullest potential at home and work. In addition, the session will explore the balance of achievement and fulfillment as keys to long-term success, allowing for increased emotional health and resilience, particularly in these challenging times.

Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Self-Coaching model, with particular emphasis on CTFAR self-coaching structure
- Develop effective strategies for the monitoring and correction of disempowering paradigms and thought processes, increasing personal satisfaction and performance.

Facilitated by:

Jesus Francisco Avalos


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

Join Gigi McGuire for How to Get Your Child to College | March 12

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration 

Description:

Our presenter, Gigi McGuire, Assistant Director of Student Outreach and Recruitment at CSUN,  has extensive knowledge of the CSU admission policies and procedures, and aims to share their knowledge with staff and faculty interested in helping their child get to college. There is a lot of information out there - we'll provide critical and timely information, dispel myths, and ensure you are equipped to help your child research, apply and successfully transition into the college of their choice. 

Learning outcomes of this presentation include:

  1. Understand the options represented in the four systems of higher education in California
  2. Be more informed about the California State University System
  3. Realize the variety of opportunities attending a university can offer
  4. Be familiar with what it takes for your child to be admitted into a CSU
  5. Be aware of important dates and deadlines in the admission process
  6. Have tips for success
  7. Learn what you can now, and at every stage of your child’s life – elementary, middle, and high school, to help prepare them to get to college.

CSU's Got Talent | Teamwork Across Generations: Navigating the Communication Divide in the Modern Workspace | March 13

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Location: Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

Facilitated By:

Dr. Nicole Rankine, Certified Professional Growth Coach, Founder of The Cole Academy

Description:

Dr. Rankine will present on Teamwork Across Generations: Navigating Communication Divides in the Modern Workplace.  Detailed information coming soon.

You can view/download a pdf version of the following flyer here

Avoiding Bias in Hiring - CSU CCC | March 13

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by CSU Chico, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, 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)

Facilitated by:

Maximillian B. Cordeiro


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

Using Inclusive Language - CSU CCC | March 14

Thursday, March 14, 2024 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by CSU San Marcos, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

The words we choose have the power to make people feel celebrated and valued. Our language can also - intentionally or unintentionally – exclude or alienate others.

This workshop explores inclusive language strategies that will help attendees communicate respectfully and with the goal of bringing everyone into the conversation, no matter the venue.

Facilitated by:

Char Booth


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

The Performance Diagnostic Checklist: A simple tool to boost your team's success - CSU CCC | March 21

Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by CSU's Office of the Chancellor, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

Diagnosing performance concerns can be challenging yet it is crucial for managers and HR professionals to do so effectively and efficiently to ensure teams receive the support they need.

This 90-minute interactive workshop breaks down the complexities of performance management into practical steps and introduces the Performance Diagnostic Checklist - Human Services (PDC-HS), a research-backed assessment tool designed to identify factors influencing your team's performance and suggest effective interventions.

This workshop is not just theory. Your instructor, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and ATD Master Performance Consultant, will lead you through the practical side of performance management by using relatable case studies to explore the versatility of the PDC-HS in addressing common performance concerns while reducing bias and evaluation fatigue. By the end of this workshop, you should be confidently prepared to conduct the PDC-HS assessment, interpret results, and implement targeted interventions to positively impact your team's productivity, morale, and overall organizational success.

Participants will receive a copy the PDC-HS assessment as a free resource.

Facilitated by:

Andrea King


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

 

Facilitating Challenging Conversations: Facilitation Basics - CSU CCC | March 22

Friday, March 22, 2024 - 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by San Diego State University, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

Facilitating equitable and inclusive conversations is a different skill than simply presenting content directly; when those conversations touch on sensitive or controversial issues, they can be particularly challenging. This workshop will discuss the skills and dispositions of effective facilitators as well as strategies to address common concerns / challenges.

Part 3 of 4 of the Facilitating Challenging Conversations-Classroom Focus series.

Facilitated by:

Jennifer Y. Imazeki


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below

 
 

Navigating Challenging Conversations - CSU CCC | March 27

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by Sonoma State University, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

Increase your confidence and comfort in facing challenging conversations in this 60 minute workshop! Navigating Challenging Conversations will provide strategies that will help turn a difficult discussion into an opportunity for growth, collaboration, and understanding. Learn how to mentally shift your perception of the conversation, carefully choose your language for maximum impact, and organize a loose agenda for the conversation.

Facilitated by:

Noelle K.A. Fisette


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below


 

Generational Diversity - CSU CCC | March 28

Thursday, March 28, 2024 - 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Location:
Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration

 

This session is offered by San Francisco State University, participating with Northridge in a Professional & Personal Development Cross Campus Collaboration program.

Colleagues attending this session may hail from the Chancellor’s Office, Bakersfield, Channel Islands, Chico, East Bay, Fresno, Fullerton, Humboldt, Long Beach, Monterey Bay,  Pomona, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Marcos, Sonoma, and Stanislaus. 

Description:

Generational Diversity
For the first time in history there are four different generations in the workplace. Learn how to value the new ideas and embrace the change that each new generation brings. Content includes:


- Understanding generational diversity
- Breaking down generational stereotypes
- Strengthening work relationships

Facilitated by:

Jeannette M. Peralta, Rana Tawfik


CSUN Faculty & Staff – To register for this Workshop/Session:

  1. When ready, select the CSU Learn button below.
  2. Log into CSU Learn with your CSUN Portal credentials.
  3. Select the “Register” button.
  4. Click on the bullet next to the CSUN HR icon, and select “Submit” to enroll in this session.


If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact L&D@ calstate.edu in advance (minimum of 72 hours is requested) and we will connect you with the workshop facilitator..

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.”

Return to CSUN's Professional & Personal Development Training Calendar at: http://www.csun.edu/development/training.

To view a complete accessible listing of Spring 2024 programming, select the image below