The Professional Development Center at Wake Forest University: Recently Added

Fostering Faculty Inclusive Excellence (formerly known as GateKeepers Plus)

Tue, May 15 16:47:14 2012 GMT

In fall 2009, the Office of the Provost began to offer Gatekeepers Workshops in partnership with the Wake Forest Professional Development Center. A “gatekeeper” is any member of the Wake Forest community who represents the University through his or her interaction with students, faculty, staff, and other constituents. These workshops are intended to engage “gatekeepers” through training, networking, and skill building opportunities on a range of... (added 5/15)

Gatekeepers Workshop 1: Enhancing Our Community through Inclusion (Community)

Mon, May 07 10:28:55 2012 GMT

New Faculty ThinkPad Orientation

Thu, May 03 14:56:48 2012 GMT

The orientation session will cover specifics of the campus computing environment at Wake Forest University and the WFU ThinkPad hardware and the standard software load for incoming New... (added 5/03)

The Importance of Image (Communication)

Thu, May 03 10:59:40 2012 GMT

This session will help participants (1 Discover proper business etiquette- face to face, email, correspondences and manners; (2 Emphasize correct pronunciations; (3 Re-enforce the art of business writing; (4 Look at appropriate dress and appearance; (5 Practice better communication... (added 5/03)

Introduction to CORE

Wed, May 02 12:21:17 2012 GMT

The Wake Forest University CORE Program is a competency-based program for the development of all faculty and staff, with optional certification. CORE stands for "Cultivating our Organization to Realize Excellence." This class will go into more depth about the program requirements, expectations of its participants, and benefits to the University community. Staff and Faculty are all invited to attend to learn more about CORE and how to begin their own developmental... (added 5/02)

Recognizing and Responding to Concerning Behavior (Organizational Acumen)

Wed, May 02 11:30:58 2012 GMT

Representatives from the Wake Forest University Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) Team will instruct attendees on how to recognize and respond to concerning behavior. They will outline the differences between disruptive, troubling, and threatening behavior and identify campus resources that could appropriately assist with those... (added 5/02)

Cognos Financial Reporting Training (Organizational Acumen)

Tue, May 01 10:19:54 2012 GMT

Come learn about the financial reports available through Cognos 8.4! This course will cover accessing Cognos 8.4 and generating the new and improved summary and transaction reports, including: Operating Summary Operating Summary with Activity and Location Activity Code Summary Location Code Summary Budget Officer Summary Restricted Grant Summary Projects Summary Endowed, Designated, Restricted Contributions, Start Ups and Center Grants Summary... (added 5/01)

Safe Zone Training (Faculty & Staff)

Fri, Apr 27 16:42:07 2012 GMT

The Safe Zone program is an in-depth, interactive presentation designed to educate Wake Forest faculty, staff, and students about the LGBTQ community. Anti-LGBTQ bias and prejudice affects all members of a community, and we all have the opportunity to work against it. Participants learn what it means to be an ally—a person who supports and stands up for the rights of LGBTQ people—as well as how to create a Safe Zone. Allies who have completed the... (added 4/27)

Wake Wake. . . . . Don't Tell Me! (Community)

Tue, Apr 24 16:43:52 2012 GMT

This class, modeled after the popular NPR trivia show "Wait Wait. . . Don't Tell Me!", will offer a fun and competitive atmosphere for learning information about Dear Old Wake Forest. We'll dive into the game-show environment and present broad topics about the history and culture of the University. Many talents will be tested. No preparation required but LOTS of participation required! ... (added 4/24)

University Credit Card Training

Wed, Apr 18 13:46:26 2012 GMT

The basics of the university credit card - what can be purchased, saving your department the cost of NC sales tax, updating your transactions and documenting your spend. Required for all... (added 4/18)

Customer Service: Robots and computers can't do it. Can you? (Organizational Acumen)

Wed, Apr 18 09:38:27 2012 GMT

"Customer service is just a day in, day out ongoing, never ending, unremitting, persevering, compassionate, type of activity." Leon Gorman, CEO L.L.Bean This class will explore who the "customers" are at Wake Forest University and how they can best be served. Participants will discuss organizations that have superior service standards and those who seem to lack any standard at all. Through activities and lively discussions, the class will dive into three key... (added 4/18)

Strategic Staffing Part 3 of 3: Rolling out the RedCarpet (Organizational Acumen)

Wed, Apr 18 09:37:15 2012 GMT

RedCarpet is the OnBoarding program used here at Wake Forest that helps simplify the process of bringing in a new faculty or staff member. This class will offer a tutorial of the system and its capabilities. You'll participate in a live demonstration and be able to pose... (added 4/18)

Strategic Staffing Part 2 of 3: The Art of Interviewing (Organizational Acumen)

Wed, Apr 18 09:36:07 2012 GMT

Do you have questions about recruiting top candidates for vacant positions in your department? Are you overwhelmed by reviewing applications and conducting interviews? We invite you to attend training specifically created to assist you with the recruiting process. You will gain skills to effectively identify top candidates, conduct professional and productive interviews, and introduce the candidate to the many benefits of a career with Wake Forest... (added 4/18)

Strategic Staffing Part 1 of 3: The Fundamentals of OpenHire (Organizational Acumen)

Wed, Apr 18 09:35:29 2012 GMT

OpenHire is the University’s applicant tracking system that is used to facilitate the hiring process for open positions. This class is designed for faculty and staff that use OpenHire to post and manage open positions for their... (added 4/18)

Influencing without Arm-twisting (Communication)

Tue, Apr 17 16:35:54 2012 GMT

Influencing may be defined as the ability to get others to do something, without force, power, or coercion. Influence is most challenging in relationships between peers, or from subordinate to manager. With cross-functional project teams and flatter organizations, the ability to influence others is an increasingly critical skill to possess. In this workshop, participants will gain insight into their own typical influencing style. We’ll identify four... (added 4/17)

An Introduction to WFU Google Mail and Calendar

Mon, Apr 02 13:30:06 2012 GMT

Come and learn about WFU Google Apps with us! In this class, we will explore the use of WFU Google Mail and Calendar. The following topics will be discussed: The Google Mail Interface Composing New Messages Understanding Conversations Applying Labels Applying Filters Creating New Calendar Entries Inviting Meeting Attendees Sharing your Calendar And much more! We look forward to seeing you... (added 4/02)

Just Google It - Lunch and Learn

Mon, Apr 02 13:23:29 2012 GMT

Is google.com your primary search engine when you need to look something up? Do you use Google for all of your research needs? Do you Google everything that you're curious about? (You should!) Bring your lunch and join us as we explore several of Google's latest and greatest tools that help optimize our web searches, like searching by voice, searching by image, and so much more! We'll show you how to quickly find what you're looking for! (Please note, this class does not cover WFU Google Mail... (added 4/02)

Exploring WebEx Training Center

Mon, Apr 02 13:22:14 2012 GMT

Do you need to deliver live or on-demand online training to remote students, employees, colleagues or customers? Join us as we explore the use of WebEx Training Center. Training Center is perfect for online instruction, as it gives instructors and students the opportunity to offer real-time classes, regardless of proximity. Training Center also offers instructors the ability to share files and applications, create Breakout sessions, see when attendees aren't paying attention, and so... (added 4/02)

Lunch and Learn: An Introduction to the SMART Board

Mon, Apr 02 13:21:41 2012 GMT

This hands-on training will explore: How to connect to the SMART Board Use of Notebook 10 software How the SMART Board works with Microsoft Office applications Discovery of all of the SMART Board's exciting interactive features and functions! Please bring your ThinkPad to the session. We look forward to seeing you... (added 4/02)

An Introduction to WebEx (Meeting Center)

Sun, Apr 01 20:16:53 2012 GMT

Have you ever wanted to easily share information with anyone, anywhere? Have you heard the buzz about WebEx? Come learn the basics of WebEx to transform the way you collaborate with your colleagues across campus and around the world. This session will introduce you to the four WebEx centers available at Wake Forest University, with a focus on Meeting Center. Join... (added 4/01)