Professional Development Opportunities

This session offers a helpful overview of how employee benefits work, including the role of providers, key terminology, and where to access support and information. While individual coverage details may vary by employee group, the session will focus on the foundational elements of our benefits program that apply broadly. Participants will gain an understanding of how plans are structured and what types of coverage are typically included.

This session will be held virtually. Register here.

Designed for administrators who are responsible for initiating student hiring processes, this session provides an overview of the student hiring process in UWnsite People. Participants will gain a better understanding of how to create a student job requisition, key features of the Recruitment module, position management, and common issues that may arise during the hiring process. The session will also cover key HR timelines and deadlines, student preboarding requirements, and what needs to be completed once a student is selected. A brief demonstration of the Recruitment module will help connect the different stages of the student hiring process.

This session will be held virtually. Register here.

Unlock the full potential of Office 365 tools in this comprehensive 3-part workshop series. Each session builds on the previous one, so participants are encouraged to attend all three to gain a complete understanding of how these tools work together to streamline your daily workflow and enhance team productivity. In Part 1, discover tips and tricks for managing your email, calendar, and tasks efficiently in Outlook, helping you stay organized and on top of your schedule.

This session will be held in-person. Register here.

This session will be of interest to new Plan members, or anyone who wishes to become familiar with the basic provisions of the Employees’ Retirement Plan. Topics will include Plan design, Plan membership, Plan funding, and Plan entitlements during employment leaves.

This session will be held virtually. Register here.

Join Procurement Services for an overview of the upcoming enhancements to the UWinsite Finance Procurement module (Launch Date: November 2, 2026), including the introduction of Apple and Dell Punchout Catalogues and Oracle's new Redwood user interface. These enhancements are designed to streamline purchasing, improve navigation, and provide a more intuitive user experience while maintaining existing procurement policies, approval workflows, and institutional controls. During this session, participants will:
• Learn how to access and use the new Apple and Dell Punchout Catalogues for approved computer purchases.
• Understand how Punchout Catalogues simplify the purchasing process and reduce manual data entry.
• Explore the new Redwood Procurement interface and its updated navigation and features.
• Review the requisition creation process within the new user experience.
• Understand what is changing, what remains the same, and where to find support resources.
• Access training materials, quick reference guides, and knowledge base resources available prior to launch.
This session is recommended for all faculty and staff who create, and manage purchase requisitions within UWinsite Finance.

This session will be held virtually. Register here.

Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, making cybersecurity awareness an essential skill for everyone. This one-hour workshop will help participants recognize phishing and social engineering attacks, protect their accounts with modern authentication methods such as passkeys, secure their devices, and develop safer online habits.

This session will be held in-person. Register here.

Join Procurement Services for an overview of the upcoming enhancements to the UWinsite Finance Procurement module (Launch Date: November 2, 2026), including the introduction of Apple and Dell Punchout Catalogues and Oracle's new Redwood user interface. These enhancements are designed to streamline purchasing, improve navigation, and provide a more intuitive user experience while maintaining existing procurement policies, approval workflows, and institutional controls. During this session, participants will:
• Learn how to access and use the new Apple and Dell Punchout Catalogues for approved computer purchases.
• Understand how Punchout Catalogues simplify the purchasing process and reduce manual data entry.
• Explore the new Redwood Procurement interface and its updated navigation and features.
• Review the requisition creation process within the new user experience.
• Understand what is changing, what remains the same, and where to find support resources.
• Access training materials, quick reference guides, and knowledge base resources available prior to launch.
This session is recommended for all faculty and staff who create, and manage purchase requisitions within UWinsite Finance.

This session will be held virtually. Register here.

Unlock the full potential of Office 365 tools in the comprehensive 3-part workshop series. Each session builds on the previous one, so participants are encouraged to attend all three to gain a complete understanding of how these tools work together to streamline your daily workflow and enhance team productivity. Part 2 will focus on how to effectively store, organize, and share files with OneDrive, ensuring seamless access and collaboration across teams.

This session will be held in-person. Register here.

This session will be of interest to new Plan members, or anyone who wishes to become familiar with the basic provisions of the Retirement Plan for Faculty and Certain Employees. Topics will include Plan design, Plan membership, Plan funding, and Plan entitlements during employment leaves.

This session will be held virtually. Register here.