Staff Appreciation Week, Sep. 11-15

Staff Appreciation is proudly sponsored by the Administrative Professional Advisory Council in connection with HRS. Staff Appreciation activities are open to all staff employed by WSU.

 Enrollment through Skillsoft is encouraged, links are under each speaker

Monday, September 11

  • Lynn Valenter Vice Chancellor for Finance & Operations Running Effective Meetings Higher Education relies heavily on meetings. A productive meeting actually SAVES time. Learn how to design, conduct, and close an effective meeting. What are some common causes of failure and how can they be avoided? Includes a brief introduction to facilitation. 10:30 a.m. – Noon | CUB 210 (Jr. Ballroom) How to Run an Effective Meeting http://ihr.hrs.wsu.edu/skillsoft/default.aspx?c=ilt_wsu_PD_1123

Tuesday, September 12

Human Resources Services

Benefits: Q&A Session Join HRS for a Q&A session on benefits. Learn what is available to you as an employee and how to access these benefits. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lighty 401

Wednesday, September 13

Devon Grant Postdoctoral Research Associate Sleep, It Matters! Come learn about the benefits of sleep and the consequences (health and behavioral) of not getting enough sleep.

12:10 – 12:50 p.m. | Terrell 24 – Sleep! It Matters http://ihr.hrs.wsu.edu/skillsoft/default.aspx?c=ilt_wsu_WELL_1124

Thursday, September 14

Dr. Tom Tripp, Professor of Management

4 Myths of Office Conflict The typical causes of office conflict are not what most people think. Therefore, the solutions are not what most people think, either.  Learn the real common causes and what to do about them.  

12:10 – 12:50 p.m. | Terrell 24 – 4 Myths of Office Conflict http://ihr.hrs.wsu.edu/skillsoft/default.aspx?c=ilt_wsu_PD_1125

Friday, September 15

Dr. Noel Schulz, WSU First Lady and Professor, VCEA

Mapping Your Own Professional Development

Developing your own professional development map is crucial to achieving your goals.  During this presentation, WSU First Lady and Professor Noel Schulz will share her experiences reaching her career goals and lessons learned in the process.

Noon – 1 p.m. | FSHN T101 – Skillsoft link for enrollment is coming

Discounts, fun activities, and more…

  • Need some new Coug gear? All week take advantage of 20% off at The Bookie! The discount does not apply to any sale items and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts or coupons.Note the 20% discount does not apply to Cougar Gold Cheeses, Nooks, magazines, textbooks, graduation gowns or convenience items (candy, pop, chips, etc).For online sales, please use the following email/phone number for orders.
    – Mailorder – (509) 332-2537 x101 wsubookie.mailorder@gmail.com  or
    Leslie Martin – (509) 332-2537 x109 – sm050@bncollege.com
  • Let’s get healthy! All week in Pullman, take advantage of the Chinook and UREC with free admittance by showing your Cougar Card.
  • Ice Cream Socials! Pullman: Tuesday, September 12 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lighty 401 Hallway Non-Pullman Campuses: Your APAC Representative will be communicating dates and times.
  • Grab a bite! Pullman employees can enjoy special discounts on Wednesday, September 13th from 5-7pm at these local eateries. You must present your Cougar ID for the discount.
  • Cask: ½ off appetizers
  • Porch Light Pizza: ½ off Pizza!
  • Birch & Barley: ½ off Birch & Barley Icon menu from 3-7 p.m. (look for the Birch & Barley icon on the menu items)

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