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LOD Learning Opportunities
by Learning and Organizational Development 05 Jan '26

05 Jan '26

Hello and Happy New Year I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened registration in the LODReg tool for workshops to the end of February. Please register at: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse We expect that our March offerings will open for registration by the end of January. Some workshops that may interest you include: A Coach-approach to Management - February 11 (New This Year) - This new workshop is part of the new UM Management Essentials program and can also be taken as a stand-alone workshop. Coaching is a powerful tool for enhancing employee wellbeing and performance, and an increasingly important managerial skill in the rapidly changing workplace. This workshop builds a foundational understanding of coaching principles and skills. Participants will learn a coaching model; discuss how and when to integrate taking a coach-approach in their role; and practice coaching skills. Growing your UM Career - February 17 (New This Year) - This session is designed to help you explore and grow your professional path within the UM community. You'll learn how to identify and articulate your transferable skills, tailor your resume to internal opportunities, and prepare for a variety of interview formats with confidence. Whether you're actively seeking a new role or simply planning ahead, this session will provide practical tools and strategies to help you map your career journey at UM. Manager's Forum: Fostering an Inclusive Workplace - February 23 (New This Year) - LOD is pleased to introduce a series of short sessions designed to support skills development in managers and supervisors while offering the space to connect with peers in a meaningful and purposeful way. Various topics will be offered. In this session, participants will explore preliminary topics on fostering an inclusive workplace within their work at the University and take part in a collaborative discussion to share experiences, challenges, and strategies. Critical Dialogues - February 10 - Communicating with clarity and using our verbal skills to share, exchange and invite dialogue with others are critical workplace skills for many roles in our community. This workshop covers topics relating to clarity, nonverbal communication, listening, empathy, respect, feedback and more. Presentation Skills - February 3 - Any of us may be called upon to make a presentation, at a meeting, during an interview or when trying to convince or influence others. This workshop will provide you with tools to help you to prepare your presentations, follow the V.O.I.C.E. model to make presentations, and review the use of the most common visual aids. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Workshops - registration open for January, 2026
by Learning and Organizational Development 01 Dec '25

01 Dec '25

Good morning I hope that you are keeping well. I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened registration in our workshops in our LODReg tool to the end of January. Please register at: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse We expect that our February offerings will open for registration early in the new year. Some workshops that may interest you include: Foundations of Management - January 13 - This new workshop is the first in the new UM Management Essentials Program and can be taken as a stand-alone workshop. Participants will explore the range of the managerial role such as identifying workstyles, communication skills, addressing challenges, relationship building, institutional supports and tools, and their role in advancing reconciliation. A Coach-approach to Management - January 20 - This new workshop is part of the new UM Management Essentials program and can be taken as a stand-alone workshop. Coaching is a powerful tool for enhancing employee wellbeing and performance, and an increasingly important managerial skill in the rapidly changing workplace. This workshop builds a foundational understanding of coaching principles and skills. Participants will learn a coaching model; discuss how and when to integrate taking a coach-approach in their role; and practice coaching skills. Project Management - December 10 or January 15 - Learn how to plan your next project using a simple and structured step-by-step process. This session will introduce you to the basics of project management from start to finish; how to contribute to the implementation of large projects; and how to lead small projects effectively. Taking Minutes for Meetings - December 11 (online) - Minutes of meetings form an important record of the decisions made by our community. During this workshop, participants will explore the steps involved in pre-planning minutes for the meeting; keeping track of items during the meeting; transcribing notes into minutes following the meeting; distributing minutes; filing as needed; and will receive templates and examples for future use. New Support Staff Orientation - January 22 (online) - If you are a new support staff employee, or have hired a new support staff employee, there are regular orientation sessions offered through LOD which are available both in-person and online. Microsoft 365 sessions: I.S.T. Engagement Services provides several Microsoft 365 sessions covering topics related to Microsoft 365: Introduction to Teams, Sharing Files, Storage Management, Utilizing Channels, Loop and more. Search for "M365" when you visit LODReg to see available options. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Workshops - open for registration to end of November
by Learning and Organizational Development 06 Oct '25

06 Oct '25

Good afternoon I hope that you are keeping well and enjoying the fall term. I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened workshops in our LODReg tool to the end November. Please register at: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse We expect that our December workshops will open for registration in a few weeks. Some workshops that may interest you include: Annual Review & Development Plan - November 4. Managers, Supervisors, and those responsible for providing feedback and direction on the work performed by others are encouraged to complete this workshop which covers conducting annual performance reviews, using one of the forms available from Human Resources, and creating employee development plans. UM Collective Agreements (Support Staff) - November 5. This workshop is designed for all UM managers and supervisors and provides a high level introduction to staff relations responsibilities related to collective agreements with support staff. This session focuses on our human resource management responsibilities and the importance of policies, collective agreements, best hiring practices, performance management, discipline, sick leave and other related areas. Ethics: Decisions and Impacts - November 13. NEW THIS YEAR: In this workshop we will provide a framework for making decisions when ethics are in play. We will also examine the impacts of ethical decisions and how we might address situations where a decision that has been made may not be ethically sound. **This is a four-hour workshop. This workshop was developed in 2025 and is unique from the previous "Ethics in the Workplace" and "Ethics: Organizational Stewardship" workshops offered by LOD previously. Hiring in Good Ways - November 20. It is important to consider Indigenous-specific hiring practices, and those involved in hiring will benefit from increasing their awareness and understanding of Indigenous history and culture. During this session, participants will examine the historical relationships between Indigenous peoples and post-secondary institutions and explore the potential impact of historical relationships on Indigenous applicants. Presentation Skills - November 20. Any of us may be called upon to make a presentation, at a meeting, during an interview or when trying to convince or influence others. Knowing how to prepare, to use our voice, and how to organize our materials can help us to engage our audience and share our message. This workshop will provide you with tools to help you to prepare your presentations, use your V.O.I.C.E. and review the use of the most common visual aids. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Fall Workshops - open for registration
by Learning and Organizational Development 11 Aug '25

11 Aug '25

Good morning I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened our training and development workshops for the early part of fall, including sessions scheduled until the end of October. To register, please visit LODReg here: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse Going forward, we will continue to open the calendar six to eight weeks in advance throughout the remainder of the learning year and I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. These learning opportunities are available exclusively to University of Manitoba employees. Some training opportunities that may interest you include: UM Management Essentials Program - LOD is pleased to be offering a new certificate program for managers that will launch in early 2026. There will be a pilot offering, in an accelerated format, October 22 to 29, 2025. Applications to participate in the accelerated pilot offering close September 8. The program includes 6 learning days and a Capstone, and will focus on best practices for self, people, and team management, to assist managers in achieving results aligned with UM strategic priorities. Information and applications to participate in the pilot offering are available here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development/SiteP… Ethics: Decisions and Impacts - new for 2025 to 2028, LOD is offering a customized, four-hour ethics workshop designed for university employees who are interested in learning more about ethical behaviour and decision-making, and for those who require completion of an ethics workshop to maintain their professional designation. Inclusive Hiring Practices - Those involved in recruitment, selection, hiring and onboarding functions for non-academic employees hold special responsibilities when conducting these activities. This workshop provides a foundation of knowledge that will support our institutional efforts to have consistent and widespread integration of inclusive hiring practices. Critical Dialogues - If you work as part of a team, support others' work, explain or share information, this communication skills workshop may be helpful for you to learn more about how to have successful conversations. This workshop covers topics relating to clarity, nonverbal communication, listening, empathy, respect, feedback and more. New Support Staff Orientation - If you are a new support staff employee, or have hired a new support staff employee, there are regular offerings of orientation offered through LOD and available both in-person and online. Our next offerings are September 11 (in person) and October 9 (online). Microsoft 365 sessions: I.S.T. Engagement Services provides several Microsoft 365 sessions covering topics related to Microsoft 365, Teams, Sharing Files, MS Forms and more. Search for "M365" when you visit LODReg to see available options. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Learning Opportunities
by Learning and Organizational Development 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

Hello As summer approaches, I want to note some important learning and development offerings. Highlighting the Support Staff Learning and Development Policy: this policy outlines the university's commitment to supporting the learning and development of support staff employees. Support staff may be eligible for reimbursement of University of Manitoba undergraduate degree-credit tuition, on a course-by-course basis. This is a great time to consider your plans for fall and winter courses. Interested in Psychology? Want to learn French? You can take an occasional course or work towards an undergraduate degree - the choice is yours. For more information about eligibility for tuition reimbursement for University of Manitoba undergraduate degree-credit courses, you can review the Support Staff Learning and Development Procedure<https://umanitoba.ca/governance/governing-documents-staff#support-staff-lea…> document. **Remember that requests for reimbursement must be submitted to LOD prior to, or no later than at the time of, registering for the course(s). Special sessions for groups and teams: LOD has a selection of short sessions that are available exclusively for groups and teams. These engaging, interactive sessions foster a collaborative environment for team members to work together in new, fun, and interesting ways. These sessions are also suitable as part of a retreat or team-building day. For information, visit: LOD_Groups and Teams<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development/SiteP…> Workshops and sessions: there are several new workshops being offered this month including Hiring in Good Ways (June 5); Pathing Your UMCareer: Resumes (June 6); and the Microsoft 365 sessions are open for registration to August. Visit LODReg for information or to register: LODReg<https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse> To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Learning Opportunities
by Learning and Organizational Development 01 May '25

01 May '25

Hello I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened our training and development workshops to the end of June, 2025. To register, please visit LODReg here: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse. **We are looking at our fall workshop planning and would like to hear your thoughts. Please click on this link to reply to our three-question poll and share your interests for training workshops we might develop to offer going forward: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LOD2025 LOD workshops and sessions are fully funded by Human Resources and are offered exclusively to UManitoba employees. Some workshops that may interest you include: Critical Dialogues: Wednesday, May 21, 1:00 to 4:00pm: Communicating with clarity and using our verbal skills to share, exchange and invite dialogue with others are critical workplace skills for many roles in our community. If you work as part of a team, support others' work, explain or share information, this workshop may be helpful for you to learn more about how to have successful conversations. Presentation Skills: Wednesday, June 4, 1:00 to 4:00pm: Knowing how to prepare, to use our voice, and how to organize our materials can help us to engage our audience and share our message. This workshop will provide you with tools to help you to prepare your presentations, use your V.O.I.C.E. and review the use of the most common visual aids. Taking Minutes for Meetings: ONLINE, Wednesday, June 11, 9:00 am to noon: Minutes of meetings form an important record of the decisions made by our community. Meeting minutes often include a summary of work that has been completed and also the action items that relate to the commitment of a committee or group's intentions to take certain steps. With the importance placed on documenting these items, it is vital that minutes are clear, concise and accurate. Project Management, Thursday, June 26, 9:00 am to 4:00pm: Learn how to plan your next project using a simple and structured step-by-step process. This workshop introduces you to general project management processes, techniques, and vocabulary. Participants will leave with an understanding of the project management process from start to finish and able to contribute to the implementation of large projects and to lead small projects effectively. New Support Staff Orientation, Thursday, May 22 OR Thursday June 19, 9:00 am to 4:00pm. If you are a new support staff employee, or have hired a new support staff employee, there will be two Orientation sessions held this spring. Additional offerings will be held, in person and online, in the fall. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Workshops and Sessions that may interest you
by Learning and Organizational Development 24 Mar '25

24 Mar '25

Hello I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened our training and development workshops to the end of May, 2025. To register, please visit LODReg here: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse. Going forward, we will continue to open the calendar several weeks in advance and I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. LOD workshops and sessions are fully funded by Human Resources and are offered exclusively to UManitoba employees. Some workshops that may interest you include: Hiring in Good Ways: Tuesday, May 20, 1:00 to 4:00pm: Those involved in hiring will benefit from increasing their awareness and understanding of Indigenous history and culture. During this session, participants will examine the historical relationships between Indigenous peoples and post-secondary institutions, and explore the impact of historical relationships on Indigenous applicants. (This workshop will also be offered on June 5. Registration for June workshops will open in a few weeks). Inclusive Hiring Practices: Wednesday, April 16, 9:00 am to noon OR Wednesday, May 21, 9:00 am to noon: Those involved in recruitment, selection, hiring and onboarding functions for non-academic employees hold special responsibilities when conducting these activities. This workshop provides a foundation of knowledge that will support our institutional efforts to have consistent and widespread integration of inclusive hiring practices. Annual Review & Development Plan: Tuesday, May 27, 9:00 am to noon: Performance development is a continuous process to assist staff in performing to the best of their abilities, enabling them to continuously develop and integrate individual performance goals and strategies with the unit and university's strategic plans. Those with supervisory responsibilities are encouraged to attend this training to learn how to use the available tools to assist in their planning and preparation of annual performance reviews. Project Management, Thursday, May 29, 9:00 am to 4:00pm: Learn how to plan your next project using a simple and structured step-by-step process. This workshop introduces you to general project management processes, techniques, and vocabulary. Participants will leave with an understanding of the project management process from start to finish and able to contribute to the implementation of large projects and to lead small projects effectively. (This workshop will also be offered on June 18. Registration for June workshops will open in a few weeks). The "Pathing Your UMCareer" series is moving online this spring to increase accessibility to these short sessions, which are designed to support you in your career planning at UManitoba. The session on 'Resumes' will be held April 14, 'Transferable Skills' is on May 12, and 'Interviews' will be held May 26. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD Workshops and Sessions that may interest you
by Learning and Organizational Development 26 Feb '25

26 Feb '25

Hello I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened our training and development workshops to the end of April, 2025. To register, please visit LODReg here: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse. Going forward, we will continue to open the calendar several weeks in advance and I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. LOD workshops and sessions are offered exclusively to UManitoba employees. Some workshops that may interest you include: Inclusive Hiring Practices: Wednesday, April 16, 9:00 am to noon: Those involved in recruitment, selection, hiring and onboarding functions for non-academic employees hold special responsibilities when conducting these activities. This workshop provides a foundation of knowledge that will support our institutional efforts to have consistent and widespread integration of inclusive hiring practices. Effective Written Communication: Tuesday, March 11, 9:00 am to noon: Effective written communication refers to the skillful and clear exchange of information, ideas, and messages within a professional context using written forms such as emails, reports, memos, proposals, and presentations. After this workshop, participants will be able to draft more effective, relevant written communication for routine positive, negative and persuasive messaging. Taking Minutes for Meetings: Monday, April 7, 1:00 to 4:00 pm: Minutes of meetings form an important record of the decisions made by our community. During the workshop, participants will explore the steps involved in pre-planning minutes for the meeting; keeping track of items during the meeting; transcribing notes into minutes following the meeting; distributing minutes; and filing as needed. Participants will engage in learning activities and exercises and receive templates and examples for future use. Critical Dialogues: Monday, March 24, 1:00 to 4:00 pm. If you work as part of a team, support others' work, explain or share information, this communication skills workshop may be helpful for you to learn more about how to have successful conversations. This workshop covers topics relating to clarity, nonverbal communication, listening, empathy, respect, feedback and more. Pathing Your UMCareer- Transferable Skills, Monday, March 3, 1:00 to 2:30 pm Pathing Your UMCareer- Interviews, Wednesday, March 12, 1:00 to 2:30 pm, and Pathing Your UMCareer- Resumes: Monday, April 14, 1:00 to 2:30 pm These short sessions are designed to support employees in career planning. For many current employees, understanding how our experience in one role transfer to another; preparing for a formal interview; and updating our resume are areas of our career plan that might need refreshing. These sessions hep you to showcase yourself as an applicant for a role within the University. Participants will have the opportunity to self-assess current knowledge, skills and abilities; practice standard interview questions; and explore ways to tailor a resume to a job posting to prepare you to apply for future opportunities. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD February workshops - open for registration today
by Learning and Organizational Development 06 Jan '25

06 Jan '25

Good morning Happy New Year ! I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened our training and development workshops for February, 2025. To register, please visit LODReg here: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse Going forward, we will continue to open the calendar six to eight weeks in advance throughout the winter and spring terms and I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. Some workshops that may interest you include: Pathing Your UMCareer- Resumes: Monday, February 3, 10:30am to noon. The newest edition to our series designed to support employees in career planning, this session covers how to craft your resume in a way that showcases you as an applicant for a role within the University. Participants will have the opportunity to practice tailoring a resume to a job posting and receive strategies to prepare you to apply for future opportunities. Critical Dialogues: Monday, February 3, 1:00 to 4:00 pm. If you work as part of a team, support others' work, explain or share information, this communication skills workshop may be helpful for you to learn more about how to have successful conversations. This workshop covers topics relating to clarity, nonverbal communication, listening, empathy, respect, feedback and more. Making Meetings More Effective: Monday, February 10, 1:00 to 4:00pm. In this workshop, participants will examine the most common types of meetings including information sharing; decision making; and process & planning. Using the CANOE model, participants will be able to plan and facilitate a structured and productive meeting. Social Intelligence: Building Impactful Relationships: Monday, February 24, 1:00 to 4:00pm. By identifying the social intelligence characteristics within ourselves, and recognizing these characteristics in others, participants will develop approaches to working with others more effectively. Microsoft 365 sessions: I.S.T. Engagement Services provides several Microsoft 365 sessions covering topics related to Microsoft 365, Teams, Sharing Files, MS Forms and more. Search for "M365" when you visit LODReg to see available options. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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LOD January workshops - open for registration today
by Learning and Organizational Development 02 Dec '24

02 Dec '24

Good morning I hope that you are keeping well. I am pleased to tell you that Learning & Organizational Development (LOD) has opened our training and development workshops for January, 2025. To register, please visit LODReg here: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse Our February workshops and sessions will open for registration in early January, and then we will continue to open the calendar six to eight weeks in advance throughout the winter and spring terms. Some workshops that may interest you include: Training: Design & Development: Monday, January 13, 1:00 to 4:00pm. If you are ever called upon to train others, this half-day workshop will give you a solid foundation in the training design models we use in LOD to support people to learn new skills in a collaborative and engaging environment. Managing the Respectful Workplace: Thursday, January 16, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm (online via Webex). We all hold a responsibility to avoid behaviours that, even unintentionally, may reasonably offend, intimidate, embarrass or humiliate others. This workshop explores ways that all of us, and especially those with people management responsibilities, can support a respectful workplace. Influencing Change: Monday, January 20, 1:00 to 4:00pm. Using influence to initiate and support change means having an impact on achieving results and being able to recognize the key moments, or conversations, where you can make a difference. Change Models and Methods: Monday, January 27, 1:00 to 4:00pm. There are several models and methods to approach, implement, coordinate and support change. In this workshop, participants will review the characteristics of several common change models and explore the strengths and challenges of each. Introduction to Human Resources: Tuesday, January 21 from 9:00am to 4:00pm (online via Webex). This workshop explores the human resources aspects of the employee life cycle. While this is the first workshop in the UM Human Resources Essentials Program, it can be taken as a stand-alone workshop for those who want to learn more about human resource management at the university. Introduction to Management: Wednesday, January 22, from 9:00 am to 4:00pm. Learn the fundamentals about setting strategy, creating values, and developing management styles, along with practicing basic coaching skills. While this is the first workshop in the UM Management Fundamentals Program, it can be taken on its own by anyone who wants to learn about managing and supervising others at the university. To view the full workshop schedule, and to register for workshops and sessions, visit LODReg: https://umanitoba.gosignmeup.com/Public/Course/Browse I encourage you to check the LODReg page regularly to view all of the employee learning and development opportunities as they become available. For information on all of the LOD services and resources, visit our Career Development page located here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-career-development If you have any questions about your LODReg account, or registration, please email LOD(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:LOD@umanitoba.ca> Sincerely, Sandra This message is available in alternative formats upon request. Sandra Woloschuk, MA, CPHR, CEC, PCC Associate Director, Learning & Organizational Development Human Resources 309 Administration Bldg. University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 431-275-2497 [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg]

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