University Within the University (U2) lists new classes Be Well: Hands-on Computer Session Oct. 20, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Room B320 computer lab Join me at the computer lab to make the time to register and start earning $250 a year using the MyHealthCenter and/or Health Club Credit programs. Receive hands-on computer assistance with the MyHealthCenter registration, health assessment and goal setting. Presenter: Kim Ruliffson Data Protection and Privacy Oct. 20, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Upson II, Room 361 This workshop will introduce secure practices for handling and storing sensitive University and personal data. Topics will include a discussion of the types of information to protect and why it needs to be protected; practices and configurations for securing your operating system, Web browser, e-mail, and other software applications; protecting your personal information online; must-have security software for your computer; and encrypting sensitive data. Presenter: Brad Miller. Facts, Figures, and Beyond Oct. 20, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Memorial Union, Presidents Room If you are looking for UND facts and figures (institutional or departmental) then take a few minutes with us to explore what information we have available for you. Our office provides a varied collection of statistical and narrative information describing the University, past and present. In our session we'll highlight key areas from our website: from departmental data to Fact Book information to Student Assessment of Teaching reports - and more. Join us and get the facts. Presenters: Carol Drechsel & Carmen Williams Budgets Overview Inquiry Oct. 20, 2 to 4 p.m., Gamble Hall, Lanterman Center, Room 9 Prerequisite: PeopleSoft user ID and password for Finance Module, a local fund number, and/or an appropriated fund number. This training provides the tools necessary to navigate through PeopleSoft to find your department's budget and cash balance; utilize PeopleSoft to track your department's budget, cash, revenue, and expenditures; and complete a budget journal. The session also includes hands-on practice activities. Presenter: Shannon Smidt. Imaging Oct. 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Swanson Hall, Room 17 Imaging is a growing resource on campus, and one we need to make sure is implemented and maintained correctly. Come and learn what helpful policies and procedures exist and what changes are coming. Presenter: Christopher Flynn Take 3 Steps to Fight the Flu Oct. 22, 9 to 10 a.m., Memorial Union, River Valley Room Find out more about 3 actions steps to protect against the Novel H1N1 (Swine) and Seasonal Flu. Learn about vaccination recommendations and everyday actions that can prevent 73% of the flu. Get tips on what to do if you get sick and learn how to care for a sick person in your home. Presenters: Jane Croeker, Jason Uhlir What Are Employees Saying About UND? Oct. 22, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Memorial Union, River Valley Room This session summarizes key findings from two recent employee surveys: The 2008 Campus Quality Survey and the 2008 HERI Faculty Survey. Presenter: Sue Erickson Gluten-Free Living Oct. 26, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m., Memorial Union, Memorial Room OR Oct. 28, 5 to 5:40 p.m., Wellness Center, Room 121 Gluten-Free is a hot topic nowadays. (Gluten is a type of protein found in most grains). Most of us either know someone with a gluten allergy or may be experiencing it ourselves. Join us for a discussion about living Gluten-Free and learn to how adopt to the gluten-free lifestyle. The discussion will be led by a Registered Dietitian as well as UND staff and students who now live gluten free because of Celiac Disease. MyHealthCenter points will be given for participating in this session. Presenter: Karina Wittmann How to Process Payment Documentation Oct. 27, 9 to 11 a.m., Memorial Union, Badlands Room Learn the process for Purchase Orders payments, Blanket Purchase Order payments, and Vouchers. Presenter: Allison Peyton. Effective Management Oct. 27, 9 to 11 a.m., 305 Twamley Hall Learn how to become an effective manager through the use of encouragement, recognition, and motivation. Explore strategies to replace “command & control” with more effective communication. Required training for all Finance and Operations supervisors, (future supervisors encouraged to sign up) Presenters: Desi Sporbert and Joy Johnson Microsoft Office Word 2007 Intermediate Oct. 27, 28, and 29, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Upson II, Room 361 Prerequisite: Microsoft Office Word 2007 Level 1 Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: Manage lists; Customize tables and charts; Customize formatting with styles and themes; Modify pictures in a document; Create customized graphic elements; Insert content using Quick Parts; Control text flow; Use templates to automate document creation; Perform mail merges; Use macros to automate common tasks. Presenter: Heidi Strande Payroll Intermediate Oct 29, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Memorial Union, River Valley Room Intermediate HRMS Course for employees with departmental HRMS access. Topics covered will include: department budget table, reports and queries. There will also be a question/answer period at the end of the session. Bring your questions with you or submit them prior to the session at pathanson@mail.und.nodak.edu to be sure they are answered at this session. Presenter: Pat Hanson -- Patricia Young, U2 Coordinator, Continuing Education, U2@mail.und.edu, 777-0720