Events for July 2024
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Adjunct Clinical Post Doctoral Associate – COM Jacksonville / Urology
LCA- Adjunct Clinical Post Doctoral Associate
Hack the Fall: Faculty Fellowships Hackathon
Are you ready to demystify the Big Fall Fellowships (BFFs) and take your humanities grant writing skills to the next level? If so, the CLAS Dean’s Office and CHPS are excited to invite you to our “Hack the Fall” event for mastering humanities fellowships. Managing deadlines and completing applications can be a taxing process. That’s […]
12 events,
PTR Department Chair Search Committee
PTR Department Chair Search Committee
Name of Meeting PTR Department Chair Search Committee Date 07/01/2024 Start Time 12:00 pm End Time 01:00 pm Location Zoom: Meeting URL: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/94490189135?pwd=XD5elrx6u9hsVQjOkOVo1l00RE57bl.1 Meeting ID: 944 9018 9135 Passcode: 412270 Contact Name Griffin Peters Email GriffinP@ufl.edu
14 events,
Take the mystery out of whole grains
Take the mystery out of whole grains
Whole grains are a great source of carbohydrates, nutrients and dietary fiber. But which grain is right for you? Join UF/IFAS Extension faculty on July 2 at 6 p.m. to learn about the carbohydrate choice continuum, how to read grain food labels and how to incorporate whole grains into your diet. As part of this […]
Resilience and Mindfulness at Work
Resilience and Mindfulness at Work
The Resilience and Mindfulness at Work Workshop will take a holistic approach to consider all aspects of workplace resilience – physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual (purpose and values) – and opportunities for increased self-awareness through mindfulness practices. During this one-day session, participants will engage in conversations, share strategies, support each other, and leave with a […]
Developing your Emotional Intelligence for Workplace Effectiveness
Developing your Emotional Intelligence for Workplace Effectiveness
Interacting with people is a large part of our jobs and how we use our emotions and react to others affects our performance. Explore ways to understand your own emotions and how to perceive the emotions of others. Find ways to strengthen relationships, build networks and find common ground. Generate ideas and “next steps” for […]
11 events,
Embracing the Growth Mindset
Embracing the Growth Mindset
The research is overwhelming—our brains aren’t built for multitasking. When we constantly juggle various cognitive tasks, we experience decreased productivity, impaired cognitive ability, increased stress, and diminished creativity—all of which reduce us to fractions of the effective professionals we are capable of being. Many professionals surrender to a frantic and unfocused workstyle out of the […]
Faculty & Staff Cycling Class
Faculty & Staff Cycling Class
Join UF RecSports every Wednesday for a fast-paced, low impact cardio workout! Classes can accommodate 15 participants and are held Wednesday’s in the Student Recreation and Fitness Center (SRFC) from 5:30–6:15 p.m. Classes are free, open to all faculty and staff, and are appropriate for all levels of experience. Registration for each class is required to participate. […]
9 events,
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
These no-cost Zumba classes are available for UF and UF Health Shands employees. Join Louise for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30–6:15 p.m. at the UF Health Professional Park building. Wear comfortable clothes you can work out in, tennis shoes, a water bottle, a towel and an open-mind. Zumba is a high-energy class that […]
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Rethink Your Sweets — Simple Steps for Physical Activity
Rethink Your Sweets — Simple Steps for Physical Activity
Join UF/IFAS Extension faculty as they discuss the impact sugar has on your health. Participants will learn the differences between added and natural sugars, tips on label reading, steps for mindful physical activity and much more! As part of the webinar, you’ll learn how to prepare microwave-baked apples and coconut crunch stuffed prunes. Register: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMpd--opjkpE92bk9qjwojWhp9dGM6mYAPe […]
Hiring Graduate Assistants and Fellows
Hiring Graduate Assistants and Fellows
This session is designed to increase participants' understanding of the requirements (eligibility and paperwork), processes, and steps involved in hiring a Graduate Assistant or Pre- or Post-Doc Fellow. The session reviews requirements and paperwork (for GAs and Fellows), discusses and demonstrates ePAF (for GAs), and also discusses and demonstrates the Letter of Appointment (for GAs […]
The Color of Money
The Color of Money
The University of Florida is a complex place with various funding sources. This workshop will introduce UF's sources of funds along with the accompanying rules, or directives, that govern how each type of moneys may be spent. Participants will learn about "allowable expenditures" for each funding source and have a chance to practice applying the […]
9 events,
Coaching for Success
Coaching for Success
Coaching is a dynamic, "face-to-face" leadership style! This session will give you practical tips on how to use this style to be a coach and to become a better manager. This interactive session introduces practical ideas and techniques that you can put into practice immediately. During the program, you will review and discuss: The five […]
Power Writing
Power Writing
Make your writing fast, fun, and fabulous! Come to Power Writing and learn how to design power-packed documents that your readers will actually enjoy. In this class we will focus on preparing professional business documents discuss, including a review of grammar, tone, stressing the positive, saying "no" gently, and doing a little more than you […]
Faculty & Staff Cycling Class
Faculty & Staff Cycling Class
Join UF RecSports every Wednesday for a fast-paced, low impact cardio workout! Classes can accommodate 15 participants and are held Wednesday’s in the Student Recreation and Fitness Center (SRFC) from 5:30–6:15 p.m. Classes are free, open to all faculty and staff, and are appropriate for all levels of experience. Registration for each class is required to participate. […]
11 events,
Procurement 102 – Service Contracts
Procurement 102 – Service Contracts
Procurement 102 is an introduction to working with Contracts for Services – learn what a good Statements of Work is, who can sign the agreement, legal requirements that Procurement reviews for and tips for successful contract management. This class is for UF staff and faculty who need to purchase services. Pre-registration required in myTraining. A […]
The Multitasking Mirage—Find Your Focus, Flow, and Finish Line
The Multitasking Mirage—Find Your Focus, Flow, and Finish Line
Go beyond the buzzword to learn about the myths and realities of what mindfulness is and what it isn’t. We’ll explore the distinction between mindfulness and meditation, the neuroscience behind mindfulness, the benefits of practicing mindfulness in the workplace and how you can incorporate micro-practices into your day. We’ll conclude with a brief experiential meditation […]
Inspiring Trust
Inspiring Trust
The focus of this workshop is on the role of the leader in setting a personal example. Emphasis will be on the leadership competencies of "role model," "integrity," and "humility." At the end of this session, participants will be able to identify the key aspects of integrity and humility and have generated ideas and action […]
6 events,
Compassionate Communication
Compassionate Communication
What is your “why”? What motivates you in your professional life? What future do you wish to create during your career? This course will help you leverage the power of storytelling to tap into your passions and purpose and unleash your best work performance. Your story is important and meaningful. By reflecting on your experiences […]
4 events,
PTR Department Chair Search Committee
PTR Department Chair Search Committee
Name of Meeting PTR Department Chair Search Committee Date 07/15/2024 Start Time 12:00 pm End Time 01:00 pm Location Zoom: Meeting URL: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/96441844487?pwd=RBa4wnbY3E4nOtJF8Pw7XTUO5DZzoI.1 Meeting ID: 964 4184 4487 Passcode: 273698 Contact Name Griffin Peters Email GriffinP@ufl.edu
Cultivating an Abundance Mindset
Cultivating an Abundance Mindset
How can one cultivate a mindset of positivity and compassion in the workplace? The answer is to cultivate an abundance mindset. During this course, participants will: Distinguish between the Abundance and Scarcity mindsets; Evaluate how each mindset affects us both generally and in the workplace; and Develop a plan to move out of scarcity mindset […]
5 events,
Thinking Strategically
Thinking Strategically
"Thinking Strategically: Using Vision, Purpose, and Goals to Get Results" is a workshop for managers who want to learn ways to think more strategically in order to achieve team goals. During this session, participants will learn about the importance of having and articulating a clear vision and purpose for the team. Additionally, participants will learn […]
Conversations for a Culture of Belonging
Conversations for a Culture of Belonging
Do you engage with your colleagues in a way that brings out their best? Does your team collaborate in a way that combines the unique talents and abilities of each member to achieve big goals? In this discussion-based course, you will discover specific behaviors and strategies proven to increase engagement, innovation, and productivity in the […]
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
These no-cost Zumba classes are available for UF and UF Health Shands employees. Join Louise for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30–6:15 p.m. at the UF Health Professional Park building. Wear comfortable clothes you can work out in, tennis shoes, a water bottle, a towel and an open-mind. Zumba is a high-energy class that […]
5 events,
Accountability in the Workplace
Accountability in the Workplace
Participants will define "accountability" as a leadership competency and explore ways to incorporate accountability in their interactions with employees. The overall objective of the workshop is to identify ways to positively impact performance and work culture to get great results. Pre-registration required in myTraining. A link to Zoom will be sent to registered participants. This […]
UF Travel Directives
UF Travel Directives
Join this this class to learn how to navigate travel at the University of Florida. In this course you will get the opportunity to collaborate with your peers and learn all about the travel directives. This critical-thinking workshop is designed for departmental representatives that perform travel-related duties. You will receive a deep dive into travel-related […]
Research Assistant Professor
Research Assistant Professor
Position Title Research Assistant Professor Requisition Number 0 Meeting Location Zoom: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/91032579725?pwd=cgbkKvNu4VJGdvSvZf0zivkDD4pJk5.1Meeting ID: 910 3257 9725Passcode: 703344 Brief Agenda Dr. Thomas Schmittgen will charge the committeeCommittee will discuss position description and finalize to send to HR to postWhere to post the positionBegin Screening Rubric Date of meeting 07/17/2024 Time of meeting 03:00 pm Name of Search […]
6 events,
Threat Evaluation and Reporting Workshop
Threat Evaluation and Reporting Workshop
The Threat Evaluation and Reporting Overview (TERO) is a three-hour introductory training focusing on a behavioral approach to violence prevention. The TERO raises awareness about the risk factors, triggers and stressors, and warning behaviors that could impact a person's decision to commit an act of targeted violence. Further, it outlines the mitigating factors that could […]
Making Meetings Work
Making Meetings Work
How many meetings have you attended or conducted where they just seemed like wasted time? Well, no more! Attend this workshop to learn techniques for planning and facilitating effective meetings. This workshop counts as an elective in the Supervisory Challenge certificate program. Pre-registration required in myTraining. A link to Zoom will be sent to registered […]
Fundamentals of Hiring and Paying International Visitors and Employees
Fundamentals of Hiring and Paying International Visitors and Employees
This workshop is designed to increase administrative staff members' knowledge of the overview process of hiring and paying foreign nationals. The session will review key concepts such as identifying UF offices involved in the process, determining how to pay a foreign national based on purpose, guidelines for each visa, and assembling the tax package and […]
2 events,
Creative Gator
Creative Gator
We’re calling all UF students to "B” creative, "B” yourself and "B” at the Harn Museum of Art’s Creative Gator day-time workshop. No registration required and admission is free. Together we will consider the themes of wellness, interconnectedness and relaxation. We especially invite new Summer B students, incoming students and current students alike to find […]
3 events,
Procurement Policy – Procurement 101
Procurement Policy – Procurement 101
Purchasing 101 is an introduction and overview of the purchasing policies, regulations and statutes that govern purchasing at the University. This workshop is for requisition initiators and department approvers who work with requisitions and purchase orders. Topics covered include elements of a good quote, dollar levels for verbal and written quotes, definitions of public solicitations […]
Strategies for Advocating Your Needs in the Workplace
Strategies for Advocating Your Needs in the Workplace
After launching our Neurodiversity in the Workplace course in 2023, we have received one question in our course feedback more than any other: “How do we continue this conversation?” We aim to continue the conversation with our Keeping Growing: Neurodiversity Webinars in 2024. During these webinars, we will delve deeper into neurodiversity-related topics within the workplace at […]
5 events,
Transforming Conflict
Transforming Conflict
Conflict is part of our daily lives and can undermine our success unless we get better at using it effectively. As surprising as this might sound, we want conflict in the workplace; but it has to be the right kind of conflict. In this class you will learn how to build your conflict competence/fitness to […]
Communicate Assertively
Communicate Assertively
Assertiveness is a skill you can acquire, not a personality trait that some people are born with and others are not. When we communicate assertively, we express our feelings, thoughts, and wishes--standing up for our legitimate rights without violating the rights of others. In this workshop, you'll learn to: Distinguish between assertive, aggressive, and non-assertive […]
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
These no-cost Zumba classes are available for UF and UF Health Shands employees. Join Louise for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30–6:15 p.m. at the UF Health Professional Park building. Wear comfortable clothes you can work out in, tennis shoes, a water bottle, a towel and an open-mind. Zumba is a high-energy class that […]
4 events,
The New Manager
The New Manager
Being a new manager has its challenges--whether it is a result of being new to a work unit, shifting from peer to supervisor, or just being new to management in general. Attend this workshop to learn how to manage that transition successfully. The workshop also will provide a useful framework for establishing your role as […]
OBGYN- ASGOG and Laborist & Clinical AST/ASO/Full Professor
OBGYN- ASGOG and Laborist & Clinical AST/ASO/Full Professor
Position Title: OBGYN – ASGOG and Laborist and Clinical AST/ASO/Full Professor Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology Location of Meeting: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/91495337761?pwd=LDVXUakIq82EYNzpxtHLD2pbFmfGdN.1 Date: Monday July 24, 2024 Time: 10:00 – 10:30m Contact Information for Search Committee Chair: Tami Bason, tbason@ufl.edu
Leading a Team
Leading a Team
Effective managers create and cultivate collaboration and teamwork in order for their unit to reach its full potential. In this session, we will discuss tactics managers can use to build a collaborative team. Specifically, we will look at team development from a manager perspective and how to facilitate decisions that everyone can commit to by […]
2 events,
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
These no-cost Zumba classes are available for UF and UF Health Shands employees. Join Louise for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30–6:15 p.m. at the UF Health Professional Park building. Wear comfortable clothes you can work out in, tennis shoes, a water bottle, a towel and an open-mind. Zumba is a high-energy class that […]
2 events,
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
Faculty & Staff Zumba Class
These no-cost Zumba classes are available for UF and UF Health Shands employees. Join Louise for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30–6:15 p.m. at the UF Health Professional Park building. Wear comfortable clothes you can work out in, tennis shoes, a water bottle, a towel and an open-mind. Zumba is a high-energy class that […]
2 events,
Now Hear This
Now Hear This
Did you know that as much as 40% of the average workday is spent listening to others? That's close to half of your day! Isn't it time, therefore, to stop and make sure you're using your time to its greatest advantage? Take a few moments and ask yourself: Are you an effective listener? How often […]