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Workplace Education Spring 2013

COMPUTER COURSES Our computer classes help UMass staff gain practical skills for work, home or in the community. Our small classes provide hands-on time to practice. You can learn new computer skills, even with little or no previous computer experience. Computer classes meet in South College, Room 109. Classes are taught by Fran Fortino and staff assistants. NOTE: no classes spring break week.

Adobe Acrobat Pro Tuesdays, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., February 5 to February 19

crobat Pro, part of the Adobe Creative Suite (available free for

UMass staff) allows users to easily make PDFs; delete, extract, reorder or replace pages in a PDF; edit contents of PDFs and more. In this 3-session class, you will learn how to use Acrobat Pro tools to create, combine, and split PDF files, to add, highlight and replace text, insert bookmarks, comments, buttons and links. No previous Acrobat Pro experience is required.

Register at www.umass.edu/lmwep

or call 545-6263

Introduction to MS Office 2010 Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. February 5 to April 16

Mass staff can now install MS Office 2010 Pro for Windows on

their home computers (for $9.95) or for free on work computers. This beginner class will get you up to speed with many new features in Office 2010. You’ll learn Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more. We cover Word (Feb. 5-26) and Excel (March 5-26, no class March 19), then PowerPoint and Publisher (April 2-16, as time allows). Register

for the whole class or just blocks. No previous MS Office experience is required.

Introduction to Facebook! Thursdays, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. February 7 to February 21

acebook is a large part of online social networking. In this 3-session

introductory class, you will learn how to setup a Facebook account with more secure privacy controls, create your profile page, connect with friends, navigate your newsfeed, and manage updates. We'll explore different ways to share information, pictures and videos with friends, and how to create events and groups, if time allows. Prerequisite: basic computer skill, including email, is required.

Intermediate MS Excel Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. February 7 to March 7

ant to improve your knowledge of Excel to take advantage of its

more complex functions? Try this 5-week intermediate Excel class that focuses on formula design, useful functions, cell and conditional formatting, charts and pivot tables. We’ll show you how to format worksheets effectively, use Excel functions like IF, VLookup and Match, analyze worksheets, and create pivot tables to make your data easier to understand. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of Excel.

Digital Photography Basics Thursdays, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. February 28 to April 4 (no class March 21)

n this 5-week class, we will discuss camera choices, their basic use,

controls, menus, and taking good digital photos for work or home. We’ll cover how to transfer your images to a computer, then crop, edit and resize them for email and websites. You’ll learn about online digital photo storage and print options as well. Topics may be added based on participant needs. Prerequisite: participants should own or have access to a digital camera.

Cloud Computing: Free Office Web Apps & Online Programs Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 14 to April 18 (no class March 21)

nown as cloud computing, free online applications and storage

websites make it easy to create, store, and share online calendars, documents, spreadsheets, and presentations wherever you are. In this 5-week how-to class, we explore the UMass UDrive, MS Office Skydrive, Google Drive, and meeting planning sites like Doodle and Meeting Wizard. You’ll practice sharing documents and collaborating in real time while saving time with these online options.

Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Wednesdays, 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. February 6 to March 6

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COMPUTER CLASSES FOR USA/MTA MEMBERS ONLY Introduction to Dreamweaver, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., February 6 to March 6

Introduction to MS Access, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 13 to April 17 Two 5-week classes taught by Tingting Guo. Classes meet in 109 South College. For information, contact the USA office at 545-0165 or usa@external.umass.edu.

Register by calling Workplace Education at 545-6263 or online at www.umass.edu/lmwep.

ave you ever thought of wowing your friends or impressing your

boss with graphics you make? If so, then join us in this 5-week beginner class using the fabulous photo editing software Photoshop. We will introduce you to Photoshop’s essential tools used to create amazing graphics with photos, designs, and logos. We’ll also play with layers, adding text, cropping and healing, as well as basic color correction. No previous Photoshop experience is required.

NEXT STEPS COURSES

Our Next Steps classes go beyond the basics, offering essential skills for work and life. Classes can improve your overall effectiveness, making you more valuable in your present job and positioning you for increased responsibility, for moving up, or for trying something new.

College for a Day March 22, 7:45 a.m. to 2 p.m.

nterested in a college education? Experience college for a day on

Friday, March 22, at Holyoke Community College. You can take sample classes in business, forensic science/criminal justice, electronic media and computers, health, nursing, biology, culinary arts, and more. Learn about admission options and transition to college programs too. UMass employees are eligible for tuition waivers. Limited to the first 10 people who sign up and are able to take a personal day or get release time.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Who, What, Where, When: Journalism & Blogging Essentials Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to Noon March 5, March 12 & March 26 115 South College

f you want to get the word out and do it well—in a newsletter, e-blast,

blog, or other media—this class will teach you the basics of journalism and reporting. Exercise your writing voice with Wes Blixt, journalist and co-president of the Professional Staff Union, in this 3-session class.

—Wes Blixt, instructor

Everyone Matters: Changing Hurtful Behavior Thursdays, 10:30am to Noon March 28 to April 25 115 South College

ave you seen behavior that hurts or undermines other staff? Do

you want to help create a campus community where everyone is respected? Join us for a class that will help you stop and change hurtful behavior. Instead of being a passive bystander—wondering what to say or do—learn new skills for change and empowerment and become an active bystander.

—Leslie Fraser, instructor

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Getting Healthy Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to Noon April 2 and April 9

FITNESS & EXERCISE

he UMass Campus Recreation Center offers memberships,

exercise classes, cardiovascular and strength training, and fitness coaching for university employees. Learn about what the center has to offer, go on a tour, and take the next step towards your own health with Rec Center staff.

Tuesday, April 2, 10:30 a.m., Recreation Center Meeting Room

TIPS & TOOLS FOR A HEALTHY LIFE

o you need some coaching about how to live a healthier lifestyle?

We’ll learn about some of the wellness programs that UMass has to offer and work on health coaching—finding resources for good health, developing a personalized wellness plan, and getting the support you need for your own wellbeing. Tuesday, April 9, 10:30 a.m., 115 South College Prepare to Care: Essential Skills for Elder Caregiving Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to Noon February 28 and March 7 115 South College

any of us have two jobs: our work at UMass and our work as

caregivers for family. How do you help someone—such as an elderly parent or chronically ill family member—while staying healthy and keeping up with your workload? This 2-session workshop will help you identify issues around caregiving, self-care, and accessing community resources and support. Instructor Sue Pratt, director of the Certified Nursing Assistant program at Greenfield Community College, has been helping elders and families for over 30 years.

—Sue Pratt, instructor

Adapting to a Smoke-free Workplace Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to Noon April 4 to April 25 115 South College

he UMass Faculty & Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) will be

facilitating a support group for UMass employees who are struggling with the new smoke-free work environment. Participants of this group will have the opportunity to receive and provide support with others concerning the challenges associated with the new anti-smoking policy and quitting smoking.

—Tim Scott & Amy Morse, facilitators

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FINANCIAL HEALTH

Budgeting for Your Future Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. February 26, March 5, March 12 115 South College

A series of workshops, in collaboration with the UMass Five College Credit Union. Basic budgeting skills are applied to meet different goals in these workshops. Sign up for one or more sessions.

BUDGETING: Creating a Vacation Spending Plan

acations are fun, but they’re also expensive. Attend this workshop

to gain insights into how to prepare for a vacation, minimize credit use, and limit stress, without sacrificing fun! February 26

BUDGETING: Paying Down Debt ebt is a burden many of us want to lighten, yet it may feel like your

debt isn’t moving. Attend this workshop to learn useful tips on paying down debt quicker, while avoiding late fees, through these workable suggestions. March 5

BUDGETING: Building Wealth ave you ever wondered why some people with big pay-checks always

seem to have bigger money troubles? You don’t need to be a millionaire to start building wealth. Find out how in this workshop. March 12

JOB AND CAREER DIRECTIONS

What Do You Want to Do? Tuesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m. February 12 to February 26 109 South College

s it time to re-create your work or learn a new occupation? We will go

through the process of goal setting and explore jobs that fit your personal traits, in a 3-part workshop using internet resources, career assessments, and personality inventories.

—Leslie Fraser, instructor

Career Advising Ongoing: contact Leslie Fraser for an appointment at 545-1600 or lfraser@admin.umass.edu

ould you do almost anything if you only knew what it was you

wanted to do? Do you know what you’d like to do, but need help getting there? Would you like some help with work and education goals? Make an appointment with Leslie Fraser.

WORKPLACE ENGLISH Our English language classes help you develop your English language skills by learning and practicing speaking, reading, writing, and listening. Classes are small, enabling lessons to be individually designed to meet learners’ needs. Discussions focus on workplace communication and U.S. culture. Respect for all cultures is emphasized. Tutorial support is available as needed or desired.

Beginning Level English Tuesdays & Thursdays February 5 to April 25, 1to 3 p.m. 115 South College —Vahidi Mohd Hossain, Instructor

Intermediate Level English with Introductory Computer Mondays & Wednesdays February 4 to April 24, 1 to 3 p.m. 109 South College

his class will integrate intermediate English and beginning computer

skills. In this class, you’ll continue to work on English language skills as you learn the basics of computer use. You will learn how to use MS Windows and Word to create documents, send and receive e-mail, and explore the internet.

— Amy Brodigan, Instructor

English for Dining Commons Staff Mondays & Wednesdays February 4 to April 24, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

his class is geared specifically for employees of Berkshire and

Hampshire Dining Commons. It integrates speaking and writing skills, with a particular focus on the language skills necessary for dietary workers.

Register at www.umass.edu/lmwep

or call 545-6263

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Labor/Management Workplace Education Program 303 Goodell Building 140 Hicks Way University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA 01003

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Working to Stop Bullying at Work

Workplace Education continues to play a central role in the Committee on Workplace Climate and Bullying. The group includes the five largest labor unions on campus, the Ombuds Office, the Office for Equal Opportunity and Diversity, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, several professors, and senior administrators. Last spring, the Coalition conducted a campus-wide survey of employees about their experiences of bullying. Results of the workplace bullying survey were reported to the campus in the fall. The Committee is now working on three initiatives: instituting a policy on workplace bullying; developing a campus-wide educational campaign; and sponsoring focus groups. In the fall of 2013, we plan to roll out courses, workshops, support groups, and forums to address workplace bullying on campus. And LMWEP continues to work with departments on workplace civility initiatives. This spring, we are offering a course on bystander intervention called “Everyone Matters”—see the course description for information about how you can help create a campus free from bullying.

Register at www.umass.edu/lmwep or call 545-6263

LMWEP Staff Office Management Valerie Vasquez-Alexander

On-campus Instruction Amy Brodigan Fran Fortino Leslie Fraser Vahidi Mohd Hossain

LMWEP Coordination Joe Connolly, Ed.D. Amy Brodigan, Campus Program

Off-campus Project Coordination Sharon Feeney Elizabeth Gilbert Gloria A. Santa Anna

Off-campus Project Staff Leslie Edwards Ricardo Gomez Rosemary Hernandez Michele Klemaszewski Sonia Lindop Robert Miller Chris Spicer

Advisory Committee Chair Dr. Sarah Poissant, Communication Disorders

Management Anne L. Moore, Library Julie Nelson, ResLife, emeritus Gaye Reinhold, ResLife James Schaefer, Physical Plant Karen Schoenberger, CBSS Donald Sullivan, Custodial Kevin Wissmann, Auxiliary

Labor Wesley Blixt, PSU/MTA Cathy Collins, AFSCME Barbara Hastings, USA/MTA Jack Hirsch, PSU/MTA Donna Johnson, USA/MTA Francis Martin, AFSCME Kathy Rhines, PSU/MTA Mike Soja, AFSCME

Community Dr. Gary Bernhard, UWW, emeritus Maureen Carney, Mass. AFL-CIO Tom Dworkin, participant Debora Ferreira, Esq., EO&D Cheryl Howland, Disabilities Services Timothy Scott, FSAP Michael Truckey, Franklin/ Hampshire Career Center

UMASS USA/MTA AFSCME

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Major New Initiative with USA/MTA

We are deepening our connection with the University Staff Association/MTA, a long-time core partner of Workplace Education. This spring, we are offering two new courses — Dreamweaver and MS Access — for USA members. (See descriptions in this course flyer.) In addition, LMWEP and USA/MTA are partnering to offer a sequence of courses geared exclusively to USA members; these will be publicized later this spring through USA’s website and listserv. Counseling services geared to USA members will also be offered. The new services are part of a USA/MTA career ladder initiative; its goal is for campus departments to recognize the certificates awarded in courses when promoting USA members.

Workplace Wellness

Workplace Education helped the Residential Life department set up its successful Wellness Program in the 1990s. Now we are bringing that focus on wellness to more workers. We are developing new wellness partnerships with exciting joint ventures for the future. Check out LMWEP’s workplace wellness workshops offered this spring. 25th Anniversary Celebration this Spring — Stay Tuned!

Registration form may also be filled out on our website and faxed back, mailed, or returned as an attachment Call 545-6263 with questions or go to www.umass.edu/lmwep

To register by campus mail, return this form in an envelope or fold and tape it closed, with the return address below showing

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Labor/Management Workplace Education Program

303 Goodell Building 140 Hicks Way

Getting Healthy Fitness & Exercise Tips & Tools for Health Prepare to Care: Skills for Elder Care Adapting to a Smoke-free Workplace Budgeting for Your Future Vacation Spending Plan Paying Down Debt Building Wealth What Do You Want to Do? Career Advising College for a Day Workplace English Classes Workplace English: Beginning Workplace English: Intermediate & Computers

Please list your course choices: 1st choice_____________________ 2nd choice ____________________ 3rd choice ____________________

Please check one of these boxes:

□ Supervisor’s signature here, approving release time for class:

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□ LMWEP, please request release time for me to attend class.

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Spring 2013 Offerings Computer Classes Adobe Acrobat Pro Introduction to MS Office 2010 Introduction to Facebook Intermediate MS Excel Digital Photography Basics Cloud Computing Introduction to Adobe Photoshop USA: Introduction to Dreamweaver USA: Introduction to MS Access Next Steps Classes Who, What, Where, When: Journalism Everyone Matters: Changing Behavior

Please print clearly and complete fully. If registering online, fill out on website and send as an attachment to valexand@admin. If form is handwritten, please fold and return to LMWEP at 303 Goodell Building, or FAX us at 545-5426.

Date _______________________________________ Department ________________________________________ Name ______________________________________ Shift ______________________________________________ Campus Mailing Address and Phone__________________________________________________________________ Home Phone ________________________________ Cell Phone _________________________________________ Best time to call: _____________________________ Email (if available) ___________________________________ Supervisor’s Name ___________________________ Supervisor’s Email ___________________________________ Supervisor’s Campus Mailing Address_________________________________ Phone__________________________

Check one of following: □ AFSCME Unit □ USA/MTA Unit □ Professional Unit or Unit B □ Non-unit Classified

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