Session 1
Procure to Pay - Then and Now Description: This presentation will cover a brief history of Procure to Pay (P2P), some of the major initiatives over the last few years, where we are today, where we are going, and how we can get there together. |
Everything You Need to Know about the Future Ready Cloud Collaboration Workspace Project! Description: The Future Ready Cloud Collaboration Workspace Project is an ITS led initiative aimed at unifying the Active Directory and Microsoft 365 tenants across UNK, UNL, UNO, and the Office of the President. This session will cover all of the details UNL staff need to know about the project including: key changes; migration timeline; how departments and individuals can prepare for migration; and the benefits of the project. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers! |
From Colleagues to Community: The Role and Impact of Staff Councils Description: Do you ever feel like you're missing out on opportunities to connect with colleagues, learn new skills, or just have a space to share ideas? Staff Councils are here to change that! We bring staff together through events, workshops, and networking opportunities creating a stronger, more connected UNL. Join us for an interactive session where we'll break down what Staff Councils do, where they exist at UNL, and how you can get involved whether as a member or just by sharing your voice. We'll also brainstorm ways to make Staff Councils even stronger. Your input matters let's talk! |
Invisible to Impactful on LinkedIn Description: LinkedIn is a powerful, professional networking tool with over 310 million monthly active users. Millions more have profiles but are not active and are essentially invisible on the platform. This workshop will provide essential elements for your LinkedIn profile which will increase your visibility and confidence in engaging on LinkedIn. |
What Does Title VI Have To Do With Me? Cultivating a Culture of Respect Description: At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), we are committed to ensuring every person and every interaction reflects a culture of equity, access, and respect. This 45-minute workshop, designed for the UNL Staff Senate and broader university community, provides staff with a practical understanding of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its role in shaping a campus that is free from discrimination. The session begins with an overview of Title VI, highlighting Nebraska's land-grant mission and its commitment to non-discrimination. Through an interactive icebreaker, participants will examine possible Title VI violations and their influence on the university environment and workplace interactions. |
Managing Difficult Conversations Part ONE Description: Discovering communicative strategies for successful dialogues during difficult topics, events, or moments in interpersonal relationships. Starting by exploring different types of difficult conversations, workshop-goers will navigate why certain conversations feel uncomfortable, ways to practice lessening the desire to avoid difficult conversations, and a step-by-step guide on how to create a productive difficult conversation that moves toward solutions. |
Successfully Collaborating with Faculty Description: Through this presentation, participants will have the opportunity to consider (potential) engagements with faculty and develop strategies that sustain mutually beneficial relationships. We'll accomplish this by developing an understanding of the general expectations associated with faculty positions and decoding the norms of faculty life. Not sure how to invite faculty to contribute their expertise to your project? Hoping to get faculty input in a timely manner? Unsure how to approach a faculty member about the needs of students or fellow staff members? This presentation will help you build trust and confidence in your collaborations and engagements with faculty. |
Local Food, Stronger Communities: Strengthening Lincoln’s Food Future Description: Explore how local food support healthier communities, boosts the economy, and enhances food security. Learn about the 2023 Lincoln Food System Plan, which aims to strengthen food security in Lincoln through local production, processing, and consumption. The Mayor's Community Committee on Local Food (CCLF), is working to implement the plan and create a more equitable, sustainable food system. This presentation will cover the plan's goals, community needs, ongoing CCLF projects, and ways to get involved. Attendees will leave with actionable insights on how to support Lincoln's local food system. |
Session 2
Introduction to Project/Program Management Description: Many university staff members, regardless of their formal roles, are involved in projects from organizing events to implementing new systems. This introductory session will provide a foundational understanding of project management principles, tools, and techniques, empowering staff to manage projects more effectively and contribute to successful outcomes. We'll cover the project lifecycle, key terminology, and practical tips applicable to various university settings. |
Title II and Digital Accessibility Description: In April 2024, The Department of Justice (DOJ) published a final rule updating regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The rule has requirements about how to ensure that digital content and applications are accessible to persons with disabilities. This session will explain the basics of the new Title II requirements, what the exceptions are from an introductory perspective, and how to address most issues in digital accessibility using the LISTS framework, no matter what program you’re using. |
UNL's Sustainability Commitments: The Smart Choice Starts With You Description: This panel discussion will showcase key sustainability accomplishments achieved through UNL's commitment to sustainability and will provide opportunities for staff members to learn more about how they can get involved. Panelists from a variety of institutional units will discuss how their roles contribute to sustainability, how other staff can get involved, and how they personally engage in sustainability in their life on campus. Content will be tailored to the staff role and will equip attendees with the knowledge and resources needed to enhance sustainability on campus, both within their individual role and their departments. |
Subtract: How Doing Less Can Be More Helpful Description: This session explores the human tendency to add solutions to problems rather than subtract them, even when subtraction may lead to better outcomes. This session includes research in science, design, and psychology to show you that we often overlook and undervalue the power of subtraction and simplicity. We face continuous financial and resource constraints as university employees. By embracing a subtraction mindset, we can streamline job processes, eliminate unnecessary programs, and focus on our core missions, while ultimately achieving greater efficiency and effectiveness. |
Discover & Develop Your Leadership Style Description: Leadership is not one-size-fits-all. Understanding and developing your leadership style is essential for maximizing your impact and fostering growth in yourself and others. This interactive session will guide participants through the process of identifying their leadership style, recognizing strengths within their approach, and exploring areas for development. |
Libraries at the center, a powerful story Description: Amidst the AI trends, Wikipedia, and banned books, libraries have never been more inclusive and accessible in physical and digital spaces. We remain resilient and understand our mission to transform communities by democratizing information and technology. Librarians are amplifying untold voices in collections and archives, preserving knowledge, designing spaces of innovation, hosting engaging conversations, supporting digital literacy, and providing access to resources. Libraries have one of the most extensive networks in the world. Yet they face many challenges in staying relevant in our diverse society. Find out the future trends of these incredible spaces and ways to support them. You may have a few questions like, How are libraries different from 10, 15, 20 years ago? Attendees will engage in conversation about the roles of public and academic libraries and discover 2 or 3 new programs, services, or facts about libraries. |
Managing Difficult Conversations Part TWO Description: Discovering communicative strategies for successful dialogues during difficult topics, events, or moments in interpersonal relationships. Starting by exploring different types of difficult conversations, workshop-goers will navigate why certain conversations feel uncomfortable, ways to practice lessening the desire to avoid difficult conversations, and a step-by-step guide on how to create a productive difficult conversation that moves toward solutions. |
Boosting Confidence and Self-Efficacy: Key Strategies for Professional Growth Description: This presentation will help employees develop greater confidence in their professional abilities, build self-efficacy, and overcome self-doubt, thereby enhancing overall performance and career progression. Staff looking to enhance their self-confidence, improve their work performance, and build resilience in the workplace are invited to attend. |
From Impersonal Network to a Meaningful Community: Thriving as a Young Professional Description: How do you find your people? Maybe you send requests to people on LinkedIn that seem like they have similar job functions or work in the same industry as you. Maybe you go out for coffee with someone or even attend a networking event once in a while. While LinkedIn, networking events and certainly coffee meetings are fun and can be helpful tools to grow your network, they may not be making the lasting impact you are searching for. From Impersonal Network to a Meaningful Community: Thriving as a Young Professional helps young professionals demystify how they can build the right positive relationships to become a connected and community-minded individual. We'll encourage these young careerists to balance the quantity and quality of their connections and give strategies for extroverts and introverts alike. We use our original framework of Discover, Engage and Advance to help participants set individualized goals related to community building. The Discover phase allows participants to evaluate what community means to them and identify growth opportunities. Throughout the Engage portion, ideas will be brainstormed and shared on what micro-communities already exist and what it looks like to establish a presence within them. Lastly, participants will Advance themselves personally and professionally by leveling up and leaving a positive impact on their communities. Attendees will leave this interactive workshop empowered to use actionable strategies to be a positive and impactful member of their community! |
Welcome Home: An Immersive Approach to the Student Experience Description: Creating a sense of affinity for the university starts long before prospective students and their families step on campus. In this session, we will explore how a cohesive, immersive approach to the prospective student experience can enhance engagement and bolster institutional messaging. By leveraging strategic partnerships across campus to create integrated touch points in various in-home and out-of-home spaces, we can create a seamless journey and leave an impactful impression for future Huskers. This session explores: SMART Learning Objectives: |
Work Smarter, Not Harder: A Hands-On AI Tools Workshop Description: This 45 minute workshop is designed to introduce staff to a selection of powerful, free AI tools and AI agents that can boost productivity, streamline tasks, and optimize daily operations. Focusing on AI literacy and practical applications, the session will help staff learn how to use tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, Copilot, Zoom's AI Note taking Agent, and AI agents like Microsoft Copilot, Replika, Mistral, and Assistant.ai. These tools can enhance efficiency in scheduling, communication, data management, workflow automation, and decision support. Participants will leave with hands-on experience and the confidence to integrate these AI tools into their daily workflows. |
Session 3
Growing and Protecting Your Wealth with UBT & BBB Description: You work hard for your money. Is it working as hard for you? Learn the AB(CD)s of saving and investing as UBT covers financial tools and strategies to help your money beat inflation, maximize interest, and reach your life's goals faster. While it is important to grow your money, it's just as important to take steps to protect it. Remember the old saying "the best defense is a good offense"? Risk management is an important, yet often overlooked, step in financial planning. Having an emergency fund, an estate plan, and staying a step ahead of scammers can go a long way in safeguarding your nest egg. Hear from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) on rising scams, key steps to guard your money and credit, and how to file a report if you believe you are the target or victim of a scam. |
The Americans with Disabilities Act; Communication and Accommodations Description: This presentation focuses on the Americans with Disabilities Act, communicating with people with disabilities, and requesting an accommodation as a student or an employee. As people with disabilities are all around us in different roles at the university, I want to ensure that people understand that having a disability does not mean you cannot be an involved student or a good employee. I will also address the role of accommodations in assisting people with disabilities in attending classes and working in various roles throughout the university and across the state. |
Beyond the Stereotypes: Strength-based Strategies for Understanding and Engaging with Gen Z Description: Members of Gen Z are often defined by stereotypes unmotivated, overly sensitive, or glued to their screens. But who are they really? This session moves beyond the labels to provide a clearer picture of Gen Z as students and as professionals in the workplace. Through data, anecdotes, and practical strategies, we'll explore how to better understand where Gen Z is coming from and how to engage with them effectively. This session will draw from generational research, as well as insights from communication strategies and academic success coaching. Attendees can expect to walk away with a deeper understanding of Gen Z's needs, effective approaches for building trust, fostering engagement, and supporting their success, whether that be as students or as staff. By shifting to a strength-based perspective, we can foster stronger relationships, enhance student and employee engagement through achieving buy-in, and navigate our roles more effectively. |
The Woos - Winning Others Over by Creating a Staff Development Committee Description: If you ask Google, "Why is professional development important?" you'll get a myriad of reasons why. Boosted confidence, increased job satisfaction, and career advancement are a couple reasons that you'll often see. In higher education there is a push to keep learning and developing professionally. But unless there are structures in place to facilitate that growth, professional development often falls to the bottom of a priority list. In the College of Journalism & Mass Communications we noticed that professional development was not emphasized as much amongst staff as it was with faculty, and we decided to do something about it. In this session, you'll hear about how the Staff Development Committee (SDC) also known as ˜The Woos" - came to be and what we do. This session is for anyone who is interested in fostering professional growth, advocating for staff development, and learning how to create a supportive environment for continuous learning within their team or department. You'll leave this session with knowledge of what the Staff Development Committee does to encourage staff development, including examples of what programming has been successful in our unit. After a brief presentation, a reflective and collaborative workshop will allow participants to complete a professional development needs assessment to gain clarity about what they'd like to improve upon individually and as a unit. After individual reflection and group discussion, participants will identify 2-3 ideas they can take back to their unit. Our hope is that you leave feeling motivated and empowered to advocate for more attention given to the development of staff members in your unit! |
Collaboration and Project Management with Microsoft Tools Description: Attendees will learn how to do advanced collaboration and project management using the Microsoft tools Teams and Planner. The use case presented will be the management of course evaluation administration across the UNL campus. |
How to be a boss at giving (and receiving) performance reviews Description: When you're a manager, delivering feedback can feel like walking a tightrope. Whether you're praising an employee's accomplishments or addressing a shortfall, how you communicate can have a big impact on how your words are received and acted upon. Also, in your role as an employee, receiving performance feedback can often be a challenge. This session will cover both ends in a performance review with practical takeaways to make reviews more meaningful. |
All about Archives: Preserving and Providing Access to Stories that Matter Description: This workshop will introduce attendees to the Archives & Special Collections department (https://libraries.unl.edu/archives-special-collections/) in the UNL Libraries as a resource for everyone on campus. In addition to an introduction to the department's collecting areas, including official records of the University of Nebraska and Great Plains literature and culture, and information on how to use the collections, we will also introduce ourselves and other archivists as resources for staff to be aware of and learn how to use. The presentation will focus on strategies for personal archiving, through which attendees will learn how to preserve and organize their personal and family papers, digital photographs, social media profiles, websites that are important to them, and personal work documents. Topics covered include: implementing simple and low- or no-cost preservation strategies, creating and sharing a records management plan with family members, reformatting family documents created on fragile media and sharing digital files, and creating an approach to backing up documents primarily created for and shared on social media. After the introductory lecture, participants will engage in small group discussion and individual, hands-on work to create their own personal archiving plan using resources provided to them by session facilitators. |
Anticipate Instead of Procrastinate Description: Where does procrastination come from? Why is procrastination a life time problem? This training will explore 4 steps to improve the process of procrastination. Learn new behaviors and actions to change the toxic cycle. Begin to act on anticipation and feel the rewards. |
Rediscover Career Interests to Craft Professional Summary Description: Career development is a continuous journey, whether you're in your dream job or considering a change. Our interactive workshop will help you uncover the common themes in your experiences and articulate your professional identity with confidence. Through three hands-on activities, guided by College of Arts and Sciences Career Coaches, you will: |
Session 4
Calm in the Chaos: Redefining Well-Being in Challenging Seasons Description: Life doesn't pause when things get hard. Whether you're navigating care-giving, grief, parenting, job stress, or unexpected challenges, it can feel impossible to make time for your own well-being. But what if well-being is about finding small ways to sustain yourself while showing up for what matters? In this interactive workshop, we'll take a step back from the daily grind to reflect on what well-being looks like in your current season of life. You'll gain practical strategies for navigating personal and professional well-being when chaos is unavoidable. Drawing from her experiences as a coach and caregiver, Trina will share the mindset shifts and practices that have helped her keep going through life's most challenging moments. This session is about creating space to breathe, connect, and walk away with a personalized action plan to care for yourself while continuing to show up for others. Join a supportive community of professionals also facing life's challenges, and leave with a renewed perspective on what it means to truly prioritize well-being. |
AI 101: What It Is, What It Isn't, and Why It Matters Description: AI is everywhere from ChatGPT to self-driving cars but what does it actually do? More importantly, how does it affect your job, your students, and your daily life? This session provides a clear, no-jargon introduction to AI, designed specifically for staff and administrators who want to understand and use AI effectively. Many people think AI will either replace jobs or that it's just a fancy calculator. The truth? AI is already shaping the way we work but most people don't know how to use it to their advantage. This session will: By the end of this session, participants will: This session is interactive, engaging, and designed for AI beginners, ensuring staff leave with practical AI knowledge they can apply immediately. How This Aligns with the Conference Goals: |
Everything You Need to Know about the Future Ready Cloud Collaboration Workspace Project! Description: The Future Ready Cloud Collaboration Workspace Project is an ITS led initiative aimed at unifying the Active Directory and Microsoft 365 tenants across UNK, UNL, UNO, and the Office of the President. This session will cover all of the details UNL staff need to know about the project including: key changes; migration timeline; how departments and individuals can prepare for migration; and the benefits of the project. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers! |
Supervising Student Workers Description: Student employees play a vital role in university operations but supervising them requires a unique approach. In this engaging panel discussion, university supervisors will share practical strategies for effectively onboarding and training student workers, fostering strong communication, and creating a team culture that motivates and supports student success. Learn best practices for performance management, navigating common challenges, and retaining top undergraduate student talent through meaningful engagement and development opportunities. |
Modern Business Etiquette Description: Etiquette is a series of social norms which guide how people behave. Contrary to popular belief, it is not a list of strict and outdated rules for the wealthy. Etiquette is designed to put people at ease by creating shared guidelines. While our world is indeed becoming more casual, etiquette remains important. When we know what type of behavior is expected, we can navigate any situation with confidence and grace. This session will cover some basic business etiquette including dining, networking and office interactions. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and (voluntarily) practice their new skills. Specific questions can be emailed in advance of the presentation to shelley.zaborowski@huskeralum.org by July 11 for inclusion in the session. Kindly put "Etiquette Topic" in the subject line of your email. |
Civility in the Workplace: How to have a kinder campus Description: This session addresses workplace civility and psychological safety to foster a kinder workplace. You will learn practical strategies for fostering respectful communication while maintaining authenticity. Topics include showing respect for others, ethical conduct, and bridging the gap between communication intent and impact. Through interactive application, attendees develop skills in active listening, empathy, and constructive dialogue. |
Connecting Husker POWER to the Staff Experience Description: The POWER framework ”Purpose, Ownership, Well-Being, Engagement, and Relationship" was introduced to guide student development and success. But how does this framework translate to the experiences of staff? In this interactive session, we invite staff members to critically engage with POWER through the lens of professional development, workplace agency, and a sense of belonging in their roles. Together, we'll explore what purpose means in our careers, how ownership fosters growth, how well-being influences our ability to do meaningful work, how engagement shapes our sense of belonging, and how relationships support our success. This session provides a space for reflection and discussion, encouraging participants to define what POWER means for them and how it can be applied to their experiences at the university. |
Create Your Future: Vision Work for Professional Development Description: Where do you really see yourself in five years? What will bring you the most fulfillment? How can you direct your activities and goals now to create that future? In a dynamic workplace environment, it can be challenging to pause for focused, intentional self-reflection about what you want for your career. This is a session all about you and your dreams. Through guided reflection in this workshop, you will explore your experiences and motivations and use these insights to envision your future. You will spend time thinking about what is really important to you in your career. Visioning exercises will help you to clearly express your aspirations and intentions. Focused reflection can help you better direct your professional development efforts toward these meaningful aims for your career. In this session, you will use your self-understanding to start crafting a clear, purposeful, and inspiring professional vision of your future. This visioning work will provide guidance for your current activities and shorter-term goals. Our time together will focus on self-knowledge and self-discovery in a very hands-on, active format with prompts and introspection time. While we will engage in significant individual reflection, there will also be space for group discussion to benefit from additional perspectives and contributions. We will dream together in a supportive, positive, and growth-oriented environment with other UNL staff. |
Navigating Tough Conversations with Confidence Description: This presentation will explain how and why people encounter conflict at work, while also providing ideas and tools for navigating difficult conversations with ease. The presentation involves an interdisciplinary look at conflict, including some discussion of neuroscience and psychology. The advice and tools for more effective conversations stem from work in dispute resolution. |
Choosing to Lead with Confidence: Empowering Women in Leadership Description: This interactive workshop empowers participants to embrace leadership as a deliberate practice rather than a position. Using insights from Choosing Leadership by Linda Ginzel, the session guides attendees through self-reflection, practical exercises, and group discussions to identify strengths, build confidence, and develop actionable leadership plans. Participants will leave with strategies to lead with intention, authenticity, and impact in their professional and personal lives. |
Partnering with Your Supervisor: The Strategic Path to Career Advancement Description: This workshop equips professionals with practical strategies to transform their relationship with their supervisor into a pathway for career advancement. Participants will learn how to structure effective 1:1 meetings, demonstrate their value, and advocate for their career progression. |
Session 5
Talk Data to Me Description: Are you a data wizard looking to enhance your skill set, or someone who struggles with basic Excel functions? This session is designed for everyone, regardless of your experience level. Join us to explore a variety of powerful data tools, including Tableau and Power BI. Learn essential tips and tricks to elevate your Excel proficiency and make your data work harder for you. |
Decoding Credit: How Bureaus and Scores Shape Your Financial Future Description: Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of credit reports and credit scores? You might be surprised to learn that millions of folks unknowingly have errors lurking on their credit reports. But fear not, because we're here to help you uncover the truth and empower you to correct any inaccuracies. Whether you're a credit report novice or a seasoned pro who's just a little fuzzy on how those numbers add up, we'll break it all down for you. We'll explore the key factors that affect your credit score, share tips on how to build or improve it, and even bust some common credit myths that might be holding you back. So, grab a cup of coffee, and let's embark on this financial journey together because understanding your credit is not just achievable, it can actually be fun! |
Safety First: Understanding the Role of Emergency Notifications on Campus Description: Do you find yourself unsure of what to do after receiving a UNL Alert? Do you have questions about when and why UNL sends out campus safety messages? This panel presentation will include University Police staff who will provide an overview of emergency notifications at UNL and how to stay informed during a campus crisis. We will discuss the ins and outs of emergency communications on campus and explain when and why these messages are sent. We will also educate attendees on emergency preparedness skills and debunk common myths about safety messages. Bring your questions and come ready to engage in discussions on how you can play a role in keeping campus safe. |
Prevent & Overcome Burnout: A Strengths-Based Approach Description: Burnout is a growing challenge in today's fast-paced world, affecting individuals and teams. Understanding what burnout is and how to prevent and overcome it is essential for maintaining well-being, productivity, and engagement. This interactive session takes a strengths-based approach to combating burnout, helping participants recognize their unique responses to stress and develop personalized strategies for resilience. |
Bridging Gaps: Strengthening Support Systems for International Student Success Description: International students bring diverse perspectives, talents, and cultural richness to universities, yet they often encounter significant barriers that affect their academic success and personal well-being. These challenges include cultural adaptation, language proficiency, social integration, and navigating unfamiliar academic expectations. Without a strong support system, international students may struggle with isolation, stress, and decreased academic performance. This presentation aims to explore the lived experiences of international students and identify key strategies for enhancing the support systems available to them. The session will provide university staff with insights into the struggles these students encounter and discuss how institutional policies, faculty engagement, and student services can be tailored to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment. Using a combination of case studies, data-driven analysis, and interactive discussions, this session will highlight best practices in mentorship, academic advising, and community engagement to improve international student retention and success. Participants will also hear firsthand accounts from international students to gain a deeper understanding of how they navigate their academic and personal journeys. By the end of this session, participants will have a deeper understanding of international students' needs and leave with practical strategies to implement in their roles. This discussion will contribute to building a more inclusive, welcoming, and supportive university environment where international students can thrive both academically and personally. By strengthening cross-campus collaboration and creating intentional support systems, we can bridge gaps and ensure all students feel valued and empowered to succeed. |
Goal Setting and Behavior Change Description: The purpose of this presentation is to guide participants through the process of setting, tracking, and reflecting on their goals and behavior patterns. This presentation identifies how various theoretical frameworks of behavior patterns, motivation, and goal setting all play a critical role in how successful an individual is at achieving their goals. |
From Slogan to Best Practice: Every Person and Every Interaction Matters Description: Prioritizing human interactions with students and collaborations with faculty, advisors and navigators are promoting equity, innovation and excellence in support of the institution's educational mission. In this session, we will discuss departmental strategies that helped SSD improve engagement with students, faculty and staff. |
Increasing Your Leadership Capacity Through Mindfulness Description: Whether we are a leader already or wishing to grow in leadership skills, the emotional side of being a leader can be the aspect we have the fewest tools to address. Using concepts and resources from Brene Brown's Dare to Lead, we will dive into how emotions show up at work, their connection with being a courageous leader, and share some resources and tools to help participants manage the emotional side of being a leader. Be prepared to spend 15 minutes on reflective activities during this session. |
Growing Cultural Intelligence Skills From Home Description: Humans are passionately curious about the differences between other humans living on our planet. Most of us have a desire to travel to change our perspective on the world, but we're also intimidated by difference, unsure about how to connect with others, and afraid to be offensive. This presentation is for any campus employee that wants to connect more deeply with individuals from different backgrounds. and is curious about the world, without traveling. You may wish to connect better with students, other international staff, or even your own neighbor. The world is at our doorstep! When every person and every interaction matters, it's important that we are prepared for culturally diverse perspectives and behaviors. Participants will learn about 10 cultural behavioral preferences, 4 dimensions of cultural intelligence, definition and benefits of a global citizenship mindset, and develop action plans for themselves or their departments to grow their cultural intelligence and connect more effectively across cultures. Examining ourselves and understanding our own cultural values is the first step toward being an open-minded, curious learner of the world. |
Managing Change and Transition in Times of Uncertainty Description: The University of Nebraska is witnessing a period of intense change and transition. You/ve likely felt or have been impacted by this change. Unfortunately, we often fear change because it's often mismanaged. The problem? Leaders focus on the situational change itself, such as a budget cut or a restructuring, rather than the psychological transition that people go through. Leaders often forget that it's people, not organizations, who experience change. People can successfully navigate transitions that determine the success of any change initiative. Research on the three phases of transition is introduced along with practical techniques for implementing change that is empathetic and people-centered. By understanding the three phases of transition and implementing these techniques, staff can effectively manage the human side of change and increase the likelihood of successful organizational transformation. |
Q&A for Insurance and Retirement Plan Benefits Description: This session will cover topics that attendees have questions about concerning insurance and retirement plan benefits, insurance coverage, and life events such as marriage, childbirth, retiring from the University, and so on. |