UTSA honors skilled workforce with National Employee Learning Week Dec. 7-11
(Dec. 3, 2009)--UTSA will celebrate National Employee Learning Week Dec. 7-11 to recognize the importance of lifelong learning and the vital connection between a skilled workforce and organizational success.
San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro signed a proclamation recognizing UTSA's commitment to employee learning. At a Dec. 1 ceremony on the Main Campus, District 8 Councilman W. Reed Williams presented the document to Ricardo Romo, UTSA president, and Kerry Kennedy, UTSA vice president for business affairs. The document also highlights the contributions of the training and development division of the UTSA Office of Human Resources.
Studies show a direct correlation between continuous employee development and an organization's ability to achieve its goals. UTSA offers employees many classes in technical skills as well as in professional development. This process of continuous learning and improvement contributes to UTSA's pursuit of becoming a premier public research institution. Additionally, the HR Training and Development staff recognize the indispensable contribution of more than 80 subject matter experts who teach specialized courses at UTSA.
The American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) is the national organizer for Employee Learning Week. ASTD is the world's largest association dedicated to workplace learning. This year marks the sixth annual national celebration.
>> For more information, contact HR Training and Development at 210-458-4658.
>> Learn more information about UTSA Employee Learning Week.
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How can you be part of National Employee Learning Week?
- View the latest happenings on the MyTraining Web site.
- Print and post the City of San Antonio's proclamation.
- Register for one of the 24 classroom trainings offered at UTSA during National Employee Learning Week December 7-11.
- Learn more information about UTSA Subject Matter Experts.
- Set a goal to learn something new this week or for the new year.
- Learn, improve and pass it on.
UTSA HR Training and Development services
- Classroom training for the UTSA community (faculty, staff and students employed by UTSA)
- Online courses
- Customized workshops and retreats
- Assessments and consultation
Events
Archaeology 101 will introduce campers to archaeology and build on learned skills through experimental activities (like cave painting, weaving, and garbology).
Center for Archaeological Research, UTSA Main CampusJoin UTSA Professional and Continuing Education for an inspiring journey into the artistic universe of Dee Clements, where threads intertwine with creativity, sustainability and cultural exploration. This thought-provoking lecture delves into her past work, exploring the intricate threads that connect tradition, innovation and social impact.
Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall, Santikos Building, Southwest CampusThis academically rigorous mathematics-based summer enrichment program prepares middle and high school students for advanced studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Participants learn about problem-solving systems, develop greater awareness of STEM careers, strengthen their research and study skills, and participate in special events.
UTSA Main CampusArchaeology 201 will briefly go over the foundations of archaeology and related skills, followed by a different topic over the course of this week (like skeletal analysis, global cultures, and more).
Center for Archaeological Research, UTSA Main CampusThis one-week virtual camp introduces students to the world of white-hat hacking and penetration testing — two methods that cybersecurity researchers use to identify security vulnerabilities in an organization’s network.
Online via ZoomArchaeology 101 will introduce campers to archaeology and build on learned skills through experimental activities (like cave painting, weaving, and garbology).
Center for Archaeological Research, UTSA Main CampusThe camp exposes rising high school juniors, rising seniors and incoming college freshman to the many facets of the criminal justice system. Students will have opportunities to learn the functions of police in society, apply scientific theories to criminal investigations by examining a mock crime scene, and visit the Federal and County Courthouses, Bexar County Emergency Management Office and SAPD Public Safety headquarters.
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