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Microsoft teams voice    

What is happening?

• We want to make it easier for you to stay connected no matter where you are working.
• Powered by Microsoft Teams, our phone system is moving to the cloud!

When is this happening?

• This update is happening on a department-by-department basis.
• All users in your department will be enabled with Microsoft Teams calling on March 2nd.

What should I expect?

• If an employee has a UVU phone number, this number will be migrated to Microsoft Teams. This number will give them the capability to make and receive external calls through Microsoft Teams.
• All users will have access to a dial-by-name directory that is built into Microsoft Teams.
• CLICK HERE to access the training and self-paced learning resources available to support you through this transition.

What do I need to do?

• Start preparing for the transition today by accessing training videos and quick reference guides here.
• Please encourage your colleagues to review all available learning materials to prepare for the upcoming migration.

If you experience any issues or have additional questions about Teams, please reach out to the UVU Service Desk.

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PACE Professional Development - February 24 (Thursday)

The PACE Professional Development Committee presents: A Professional Pick-Me-Up!

Occasionally, we all need a little motivation or a "pick-me-up" to feel more energetic in our careers.

Join us Thursday, February 24, at 2:00 pm on Microsoft Teams for an afternoon professional pick-me-up with the PACE professional development committee and feel yourself inspired.

Topics will include:

• RESUME REFRESH: Tips for refreshing your resume.
• SOCIAL MEDIA REVIEW: How to review and analyze your social media professional presence.
• SKILL SET REVIVE: Find learning opportunities to revive your skill set and add to your professional strengths.

The first 50 participants signed up and in attendance will receive a voucher for a little afternoon pick-me-up. We know our hard-working Wolverine staff members can always use a little pick-me-up!

Register through Qualtrics by February 22. Teams link to follow.

UHESA Professional Development - March 2 at noon

Did you know that as part of PACE you are also part of a state organization representing staff interests across the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE)? If not, now you do! UHESA (Utah Higher Education Staff Association) is delighted to bring you the first-ever UHESA Professional Development Workshop.

Work / Life Balance

An honest conversation about creating a life with “balance” in our (almost) post-pandemic world. Real examples, practical strategies, and finding what fits you in this age and stage.

About Our Presenter

Dr. Tara Ivie is the Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence at Utah Valley University. Her professional history includes work in the tech and hospitality industries, civilian employment for the U.S. military, and more than 16 years in higher education. Tara has been trying to find and keep balance in her own life for more than 20 years amidst the changing needs of her jobs, education, family, community, and well-being.

Mark your calendars for this free professional development opportunity!

Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm

Via Zoom; pre-register to get the link!

Register for the UHESA Professional Development Event

Performance Management Trainings and New Staff Competencies

Beginning February 2022, UVU will be offering multiple virtual and in-person classes on new performance development processes.

The classes will introduce new staff competencies that will take effect July 2022 with proficiency evaluations beginning March 2023. A link to the new competencies will be coming soon.

We encourage all UVU staff to register for a class at UVULearn.

HR Annual Compliance Trainings

All employees are required to complete these  training courses at least once each year: Title IX and Sexual Harassment, UVU FERPA Training, Workplace Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and UVU Cybersecurity Training. The deadline to complete these five courses is Monday, February 28, 2022. 

Summer University Call for Proposals

The Summer University Planning Committee is seeking presentation proposals for Summer University on May 16-18, 2022. For more information, see the Summer University website.

If you are interested in presenting, submit your proposal HERE by Friday, March 11, 2022. If you have questions, contact R.J. Willing.