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SharePoint - Introduction

Course Outline Section 1: Working with SharePoint Sites Defining Sites SharePoint Hierarchy Modern vs. Classic Web Parts vs. Apps Section 2: Document Libraries & Content Uploading Documents to Libraries Searching for Documents Creating Library Views Section...

Digital Document Management - Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive

You can store and share files using SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams. They each can be used in their own ways to accelerate collaboration and efficiency in different situations. Participants will Be able to describe SharePoint and the benefits in comparison to what is being used. Learn how to work in a Library in SharePoint instead of the G Drive. Understand the structure and columns (metadata) that the libraries can store and manage. Efficiently find information within SharePoint Sites and Libraries. Understand how...

Acknowledging Indigenous Lands

Land acknowledgements have become common practice in higher education however many questions have been raised about their intention, accuracy and usefulness. Are you interested in developing a personal practice to meaningfully acknowledge the land and its relations? Participants in this session will: Gain an understanding of the intention and meaning behind why land acknowledgements are shared; Explore how to identify the lands and territories on which they reside, work and study; and Reflect on their relationship to land, positionality and...

Transform Your Checklist - Part 2: Writing Effective SOPs

Building on the foundations laid in Part 1, this interactive session will focus on the process of writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) through engaging tabletop exercises. Participants will dive deeper into creating effective, clear, and adaptable SOPs tailored to their business needs. You'll gain invaluable insights on refining existing SOPs, troubleshooting common implementation challenges, and ensuring that SOPs are seamlessly integrated into everyday workflows. This workshop will emphasize collaborative learning, with peer-to-peer discussions to enhance your understanding and...

Equity Essentials: Intersectional Allyship

In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore how tangible and successful allyship happens on the ground. First, participants will reconnect with baseline knowledge about power, privilege, identity, and intersectionality. Then, participants will explore what allyship means on the ground and how they can become more effective allies. What does it mean to be an ally? When should an ally step in, and when should an ally defer to someone else? We will discuss all these strategies and more. Instructor Education, Training and Policy Officer, Office of Diversity and Human...

Mental Health First Aid

Developed by the Mental Health Commission Canada, this 2-day certification course focuses on the four most common mental health disorders including substance-related, mood-related, anxiety and trauma-related, and psychotic disorders. Recommended for: Individuals for whom those in distress are referred, or who have direct responsibilities for assisting those experience significant difficulties. These are not mental health professionals per se, but who are expected to have professional competency in understanding and monitoring situations where mental health forms an...

Influencing Without Authority

In the 90-minute virtual workshop "Influencing Without Authority: Strategies for University Staff & Faculty," participants will learn how to effectively influence others without formal power. The workshop begins with an engaging icebreaker, followed by an exploration of key influence principles such as reciprocity, commitment, and social proof, relevant to university contexts. Attendees will then develop practical strategies, including building relationships, effective communication, and leveraging data. Interactive discussions and activities will provide hands-on practice. ...

GOAL 2.0 Training for Employees (Foundational Training)

What brings out your best at work? What supports your success? The GOAL 2.0 Training for Employees provides you with an opportunity to reflect on what you need to contribute your skills and efforts in a meaningful way and how to use GOAL 2.0 to engage in quality conversations with your manager to support your success. GOAL 2.0 is the U of G’s performance success framework. It has support from the most senior leadership levels at the UofG, who have participated in GOAL 2.0 Training. With the incredible support and skill of up to 45 GOAL 2.0 Ambassadors across the...

Human Rights & You: Addressing Discrimination and Harassment on Campus

This interactive workshop invites participants to go beyond the text of Ontario's human rights legislation, exploring how legal requirements impact our daily work. Together, we will tackle critical questions such as: How do we recognize harassment or discrimination? When does behaviour constitute a human rights violation? What constitutes a reasonable response to a complaint? How can we proactively prevent human rights violations from occurring? Participants will leave with practical tools and strategies to address these important issues effectively. Join us in fostering a respectful and...

Beyond the Books Mental Health Literacy Training

Beyond the Books is a training that will provide participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness, help participants to identify signs of troubling behaviour, and give them skills to engage in a preliminary discussion to determine if referral to a professional is necessary, all within the U of G context. Participants will also learn how and where to refer appropriately in a compassionate and effective manner. This session is recommended for both staff/faculty who work closely with others regularly, as well as staff/faculty who do not have...