Division of Student Affairs Braves KickOff Meeting 

Wednesday, August 7 | 8:30 am-5:00 pm | Thomas Entrepreneurship HUB 

The Division will kick off the fall semester with division updates, training, and development for all division staff.

Braves Kickoff

Wednesday, August 14 | 10:00 am-1:00 pm | GPAC

Braves Kickoff is held annually on the UNCP campus to celebrate the university's accomplishments; promote a culture of professional development and mission-centered work; cultivate transparency and effective communication; and foster a sense of belonging for all university employees.  For more information click here. 

Student Affairs Administrative Support Quarterly Roundtable

Friday, August 30 | 10:00 am-11:00 am | Chavis Center, 213

Quarterly meeting for all division of student affairs staff who serve in administrative support or similar roles. 

Talent Acquisition: Running a Successful Search Process 

Tuesday, September 10 | 3:00 pm-4:00 pm | Chavis Student Center 

Explore the process for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees in Student Affairs. 

Performance Management 

Tuesday, October 1 | 3:30 pm-4:30 pm | Chavis Student Center Room 208

As a supervisor, you are responsible for talent acquisition, talent management, and talent development, all of which can be quite daunting. In this session, the Office for Human Resources will briefly review how to navigate the technical aspects of performance management within the Online Employment System (OES) and discuss how to effectively utilize the module to create an employee development plan that addresses your business need, as well as how to define and assess your employees’ development needs. Dr. Nicolette Campos will highlight critical strategies to prepare for and conduct development meetings that include creating effective development plans and highlighting support resources for your employees. Facilitator: Dr. Nicolette Campos

Preventing, Recognizing, and Addressing Employee Stress and Burnout 

TBD (Rescheduled due to Pembroke Day)

An extension of Work/Life Balance, this session will assist supervisors and employees with proactive strategies to prevent employee burnout, recognizing the signs of employee burnout, and strategies to eliminate employee burnout.  Presenters: Jaelyn Wynn, Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Amy Cox, Assistant Director of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
 

Succession Planning and Supporting Professional Development 

Monday, October 7 | 3:30 pm-4:30 pm | Chavis Student Center Room 208

This session will a) assist leaders with the process of identifying critical positions within their units and developing action plans for identified employees to assume those positions; and b) assist employees with the process of identifying their career trajectory and developing action plans to facilitate the plan.  Facilitators: Dr. Christie Poteet  and Dr. Nicolette Campos

The SHRA Discipline Process 

Tuesday, October 15 | 10:00 am-11:00 am | Chavis Student Center Room 208

This session will explain the discipline policy and procedure for SHRA employees. Presenter: Sheila Hardee

Careers in Student Affairs Panel and Networking Event 

Monday, October 21 | 4:00 pm-6:00 pm | JATH Auditorium

Join the Division of Student Affairs for a career panel focused on insights and guidance from experienced professionals in the field, offering valuable information about career paths, job opportunities, and the necessary skills to succeed in various roles within student affairs. This event features the Executive Leadership team in the UNCP Division of Student Affairs, and UNCP Alumni currently working in Student Affairs. Panelists will share insights into their career journeys, the challenges and rewards of working in student affairs, and tips for those interested in pursuing a career in this field. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and network with the panelists. 

Radical Candor: Having Difficult Conversations  

Tuesday, November 12 | 3:00 pm-4:00 pm | Chavis Student Center Room 251

Learn methods for having difficult conversations using radical candor, focused on how to communicate directly and empathetically, fostering honest dialogue that enhances relationships, resolves conflicts, and drives personal and organizational growth.

Managing Up

Wednesday, November 13| 3:30 pm-4:30 pm | Chavis Student Center Room 213

Learn the importance of partnering with your leadership team by identifying their management, leadership and communication styles and preferences, increasing your awareness of your responsibilities, productivity, and communication style and preferences and how to synergize your differences. Facilitators: Dr. Christie Poteet  and Dr. Nicolette Campos

Student Affairs Administrative Support Quarterly Roundtable

Thursday, December 12 | 10:00 am-11:00 am | Chavis Center Room 213

Quarterly meeting for all division of student affairs staff who serve in administrative support or similar roles.

DSA End of Year Holiday Celebration

Monday, December 16 |10:00 am-2 pm | Chavis Center Annex

DSA January Retreat

Wednesday, January 8 |8:00 am-5 pm | TBD

DSA Assessment and Strategic Planning

April 2 |3:00 pm-4:30 pm | Chavis Student Center 208

This session will review the Division of Student Affairs assessment process and provide tips and strategies for developing a thorough strategic plan with appropriate assessment measures for your department.   

Student Affairs Administrative Support Quarterly Roundtable

Tuesday, April 29 | 10:00 am-11:00 am | Chavis Center, 233

Quarterly meeting for all division of student affairs staff who serve in administrative support or similar roles.

 

Mental Health and Wellness Opportunities

QPR Training

• September 4 |1:00-2:00 pm | Chavis Student Center, 233
• September 23 | 3:00-4:00 pm | Chavis Student Center, 208
• October 15 | 3:00-4:00 pm | Chavis Student Center, 208
• November 7 | 1:00 pm-2:00 pm | Chavis Student Center, 251 
• November 18 | 3:00-4:00 pm | Chavis Student Center, 208 
• December 2 | 1:00 pm-2:00 pm | Chavis Student Center, 251

Free QUESTION, PERSUADE, REFER (QPR) TRAINING. QPR is designed to help you recognize someone who may be considering suicide and consist of three life-saving skills.  Learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, know how to offer help, and how to get help and save a life. All participants will receive a QPR Certificate (3-year certification) after the session.  Participants only need to attend one session.

CPR Certification Course

• September 26 | 8:30 am-12:30 pm | Weinstein Health Science Building Room 101
• November 14 | 8:30 am-12:30 pm | Weinstein Health Science Building Room 101
• December 5 | 8:30 am-12:30 pm | Weinstein Health Science Building Room 101
• December 12 | 8:30 am-12:30 pm | Weinstein Health Science Building Room 101

The Basic Life Support (BLS) Course is a video-based, Instructor-led course that teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support. This course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations, and provide early use of an AED.  BLS teaches skills using the American Heart Association’s proven Practice-While-Watching technique, which allows Instructors to observe students, provide feedback, and guide students’ acquisition of skills.
Note: Training classes are free, limited to eight students per class, and are offered on a first come first serve basis for faculty and staff only. 

Course completion cards are valid for two years through the end of the month during which the course completion card was issued, if your course completion card is expired you would need to renew your certification to remain current. 

To schedule training please contact the Safety Office by email: safety@uncp.edu.