U2 lists workshops Below are the U2 workshops for Sept. 20-26. Visit our web site for more. Safe Online Practices - Protecting Your Identity and Securing Your Computer Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to noon, 361 Upson II The Internet can provide a wealth of information and give access to valuable financial, business, educational, and entertainment services. However, when connected to the Internet, you and your computer become vulnerable to scammers, identity thieves, viruses, spyware and more. This workshop will provide the information needed to help you protect your identity and computer while online. Presenter: Brad Miller, IT security officer. Defensive Driving Sept. 20, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Room 10-12, Swanson Hall This workshop is required by state fleet for all UND employees who drive state vehicles on a regular (monthly) basis, received a traffic violation, or had an accident while operating a state vehicle. Employees are encouraged to bring a family member (spouse and/or dependents). This workshop may also reduce your North Dakota insurance premiums and could possibly remove points from your driving record. Presenter: Jason Uhlir. Performance Management and Progressive Discipline Sept. 25, 9 to 11 a.m., 305 Twamley Hall Supervisors will learn the fundamentals of conducting honest, fair, and consistent evaluations and receive guidelines for using a progressive discipline system. Presenters: Joy Johnson and Desi Sporbert. Empowered Leadership Sept. 26, 8:30 to 10 a.m., Memorial Union Lecture Bowl Encouraging and enhancing the growth of employees can be challenging at times but can also be very rewarding. How do team leaders show support and bring out the best in everyone? What are some skills that empower, challenge, and motivate employees? Come and learn, as well as share skills and ideas important to all leaders. Presenter: Tom Olson, MS, LPCC, St. Alexius EAP. Effects of Terrorism on Families (NEW) Sept. 26, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Memorial Union Lecture Bowl Terrorist attacks are frequently in the news and on television. Even when these events seem far away they may be affecting those close to you. Has someone close to you been impacted in some way? Come learn, listen, and interact with others who may have fears, concerns, and thoughts similar to yours. Join in a discussion on how these events have affected your family and what you can do to minimize the negative effects. Presenter: Tom Olson, MS, LPCC, St. Alexius EAP. -- Sara Satter, U2 Program Assistant, Continuing Education, sarasatter@mail.und.edu, 777-2128