PASSHE Academy -- Course Catalog

Title	Program Type	Date	Location	Program Description
2019 Staff Symposium	Facilitator Led	May 22, 2019 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.	Bloomsburg University	Please attend the 2019 Staff Symposium to enjoy presentations in the areas of student success, military green zone, helpful computer tips, SEAP, letter etiquette and self-care. Register for this program now Logistics: Date: May 22, 2019 Location: Ponduce Farms Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
New Employee Welcome	Facilitator Led	May 15, 2019 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	West Chester University	This highly interactive half-day program is designed to help new staff successfully transition to WCU. President Chris Fiorentino will welcome and share WCU's mission, vision, and strategic plan. Enjoy a van/walking tour of the campus and an interactive game show about what the campus has to offer. Finish off your experience with a networking luncheon. Register for this program now Logistics: Held in Philips Lower Level Conference Room; additional information will be sent prior to the 1/2 day program. Contact orgdev@wcupa.edu or 610-436-3380 with any questions.
New Employee Welcome	Facilitator Led	June 5, 2019 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	West Chester University	This highly interactive half-day program is designed to help new staff successfully transition to WCU. President Chris Fiorentino will welcome and share WCU's mission, vision, and strategic plan. Enjoy a van/walking tour of the campus and an interactive game show about what the campus has to offer. Finish off your experience with a networking luncheon. Register for this program now Logistics: Held in Philips Lower Level Conference Room; additional information will be sent prior to the 1/2 day program. Contact orgdev@wcupa.edu or 610-436-3380 with any questions.
New Employee Welcome	Facilitator Led	April 30, 2019 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	West Chester University	This highly interactive half-day program is designed to help new staff successfully transition to WCU. President Chris Fiorentino will welcome and share WCU\'s mission, vision, and strategic plan. Enjoy a van/walking tour of the campus and an interactive game show about what the campus has to offer. Finish off your experience with a networking luncheon. Register for this program now Logistics: Held in Philips Lower Level Conference Room; additional information will be sent prior to the 1/2 day program. Contact orgdev@wcupa.edu or 610-436-3380 with any questions.
Run the Bases: Hit It Out of the Ballpark	Pre-recorded Webinar	May 3, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	If you are a leader of a department or committee, teach students, or are in the service industry, this video is for you! From the day we were born, we were selling something. Embrace that selling is not a bad word and learn how to run the bases through listening, telling stories, and gaining credibility to sell ideas, knowledge, and services. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
Delivering Effective Feedback with Cathy Toner	Pre-recorded Webinar	April 18, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Cathy Toner, Director of Communications and Marketing at Villanova University, shares her best practices for handling difficult feedback sessions. Regardless of your position in your organization, learn how to handle challenging feedback sessions and how to personalize the feedback to the individual and situation both at home and at work. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
WCU LeaderCast Radio Show Series	Pre-recorded Teleseminar Series	Starts on: April 19, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Ends on: May 17, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Learn from those in our community who are faced with tough decisions every day. Leading is something that we’re not often taught, but are thrown into. Gain wisdom from those who have been there and continue to thrive both in good and hard times! Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
Leading Effectively with the Center for Creative Leadership	Pre-recorded Teleseminar Series	Starts on: April 22, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Ends on: May 20, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Learn from those in our community who are faced with tough decisions every day. Leading is something that we’re not often taught, but are thrown into. Gain wisdom from those who have been there and continue to thrive both in good and hard times! Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
Conducting and Participating in Effective Meetings	Pre-recorded Teleseminar	April 25, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Listen and learn how to love meetings and make the most out of every minute. Topics include the pros and cons of canceling a meeting; helping a leader have more productive meetings; ways to encourage attendees to arrive on time; handling someone who is disruptive; increasing participation; infusing new energy and ideas onto a committee when the participants have not changed over the years; ideas for preventing the closed items from resurfacing; and addressing how long is too long. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
Six High Performance Success Secrets	Pre-recorded Webinar Series	Starts on: April 24, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Ends on: May 8, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Bestselling New York Times Author Brendon Burchard reveals six powerful tools to high performance in this insightful and motivating three part webinar. Learn the principles and strategies you need to master your mind and body, be more productive, and influence others. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
Whole Brain Thinking and Mind Mapping: Tools for Success	Pre-recorded Teleseminar	May 2, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Gain an understanding of right-brained, left-brained, and whole brain thinking. Assess your whole brain quotient and have a firm understanding as to why this is important. Learn how to get your teams to think with their whole brain and tap into how to use divergent and convergent thinking to come up with the best solutions. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
7 Ways to Boost Workplace Productivity	Pre-recorded Webinar	May 8, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Your time is your most valuable asset, so it’s important to use it wisely. Learning to work smarter, not harder, is the key to managing productivity and making the most of your time. At work, there are a number of things can get in the way of being our most productive self. By making simple changes in your daily work habits, you can significantly improve your productivity levels. In this webinar, you’ll learn 7 simple, but effective ways to optimize your work environment and boost your productivity at work. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
8 Strategies to Live a More Positive Life	Pre-recorded Webinar	May 9, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Positivity has long-term impacts on our view of ourselves, our relationships with others, and on the world. It can forever change our minds, and our bodies, in ways that greatly enhance our physical and mental well-being and the overall quality of our lives. In this 17 minute video, learn more about the benefits of positive thinking and 8 simple strategies to living a more positive life. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.
Coach Yourself to a Brighter Future	Pre-recorded Webinar	May 3, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Watch and understand what coaching is and how you can use its principles yourself and with others if you lead. Learn five powerful strategies to benefit you both personally and professionally by focusing on skills and knowledge and maximizing your environment. Also, learn how to eliminate or reduce the fears preventing you from achieving your goals and keep negative people from zapping your energy. Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content
Three Steps to Fitness Success with Tonya Stroh	Pre-recorded Webinar	April 19, 2019 10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	West Chester University	Motivate yourself to master the three steps to fitness success: have a goal, fit it in and stay motivated! Register for this program now Logistics: You will receive the link by 11:00 a.m. of the program date(s) and have 24/7 access to the content.