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This session aims to reaffirm that staff are not alone in addressing the increasing rise in discrimination, harassment, violence and inaccessibility experienced by the most marginalized in our communities. In this session you will meet the Education Specialist working in CSA who will map our rights, roles, and responsibilities, and inform you of the resources the unit provides, ensuring you leave with referral contacts. There will be ample time for Q & A. And you will have an opportunity to inform their developing strategic education plan! 

In this presentation, you will learn about the building blocks that go into creating a strategic plan. You will also gain hands-on experience navigating these tools by using provided templates to map out your plans to reach your desired goals.

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will develop a foundational understanding of the cutting-edge technologies that drive Generative AI (GenAI) tools. Through practical exercises, you will explore the common risks and challenges associated with their use and acquire the essential skills to confidently navigate and utilize today's GenAI tools in your day-to-day work.

​Join this engaging and informative session with Sarah Lewis, your new Employee Career Advisor and Learning Specialist (ECALS) at the University of Waterloo. In this workshop, we will explore how to leverage Waterloo's values to inspire our career development, especially in these uncertain times when innovative thinking is essential. 

Ready to make a difference and connect with the vibrant UW community? There are countless ways to get involved on campus: serving on committees, supporting large-scale events, getting funding for a project through the Staff Excellence Fund, participating in a community of practice, running for seats on UW and UWSA governing bodies, and more!

Sometimes thought of as a resource mainly for students and faculty, the Library’s resources are available to all staff. Resources like electronic newspapers, research journals and trade publications can be helpful for staff doing research in their day-to-day work. 

The University of Waterloo's Learning Innovation and Teaching Enhancement (LITE) Seed Grants support small-scale teaching and learning investigations or activities aimed at developing instructional skills. These grants fund projects that explore innovative approaches to enhancing teaching and fostering deep student learning at Waterloo. 

Most work and education settings have been designed by neurotypical people, for neurotypical people, yet an estimated 15-20% of Canadians identify as neurodivergent. In this workshop we will highlight the lived experience of neurodivergence as we describe 5 important concepts and focus on simple ways in which we can make our work environment more inclusive.  

This presentation will provide an overview of the essential tools and strategies for effective teamwork using the Microsoft 365 tools. Focusing on practical tips for using MS Teams, OneDrive, Outlook and other applications to help you efficiently and effectively collaborate with others.