The Office of Talent, Culture, & Engagement 

Leadership & Talent Development

 

featured Professional Development Opportunities

UTA Spotlighted Fall Courses - Register Below 

  • Academic Impressions Featured Fall Courses
  • Cultivate a Culture of Trust
  • Dealing With Difficult People

LinkedIn Learning

Faculty and staff at UTA have access to a range of courses through LinkedIn Learning, tailored to enhance professional development and skills acquisition across various disciplines. From advanced teaching methodologies and educational technology to leadership strategies and personal productivity tools, LinkedIn Learning offers comprehensive resources to empower our faculty and staff. Click here to learn more.

Academic Impressions 

UTA has partnered with Academic Impressions (AI) to provide more development opportunities across campus. The platform is now available to all faculty and staff and features free online training and learning resources.  AI offers a variety of courses, both live and on-demand, covering topics that are specifically related to higher education, leadership and supervision; student and faculty success; advancement; and more.  https://www.academicimpressions.com/uta/

Coursera 

Coursera partners with more than 275 leading universities and companies to bring flexible, job-relevant online learning to individuals and organizations worldwide. They offer a range of learning opportunities—from hands-on projects and courses to job-ready certificates and degree programs.

Get in touch with our team

If you require an accommodation to participate in a TCE workshop, please reach out to our team via email at hrtraining@uta.edu or by calling 817-272-5554 at least five days prior to the date of the workshop.

QUESTIONS? Contact the Leadership and Talent Development Team at hrtraining@uta.edu

  • Cherie Keplinger, Director of Organizational Development and Engagement
  • Glen Earl, Leadership Development Senior Consultant 
  • Veronique Jones, Leadership Development Consultant 
  • Sheina Johnson Young, Talent Development Consultant
  • Maya Gauff, Talent Development Consultant

Discover how to provide exceptional customer service. In this Canvas course, you will learn customer service techniques including working with challenging clients, putting customers first, and making customers feel welcome. 

Anyone who wants to provide exceptional customer service to their department's clients should take this course.

Click here to enroll in and complete the course in Canvas. 

The HR catalog at the University of Texas Arlington offers a variety of on-demand learning options designed to support Leadership and Talent Development. These resources are tailored to help faculty and staff enhance their leadership skills, build high-performing teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The catalog includes flexible, self-paced courses and modules covering topics such as customer service, new employee orientation, and career development. 

To visit the catalog and enroll in the Canvas courses offered click here. 

Are you ready to enhance your skills and embrace the new semester with confidence? This winter, Academic Impressions is offering an exclusive selection of courses designed specifically for faculty and staff like you. Click here to visit our Academic Impressions page to explore our fall courses on these essential topics:

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Leadership and emotional intelligence
  • Dealing with difficult people
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Active Listening
  • Communication Styles

Seize this opportunity to invest in your professional development and advance your career. Enroll in our fall courses today and set yourself up for success in the coming months!

For more information and to secure your spot, visit our website or contact us directly.

Unlock Your Potential with Academic Impressions – Where Learning Never Ends!

Delivery
In-Person Only
Location
Trinity, Room 105
Date
Monday 01/13/2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hrs)
Available Seats
32

New Employee Experience is a three-and-a-half-hour introduction to the Maverick culture and information for new UT-Arlington employees.

Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  • UT-Arlington history, leadership, campus structure.
  • UTA Mission, Values and the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Campus resources and partners such as the Campus Library Services and Belonging & Engagement.
  • Enrollment into the New Employee Experience in Canvas for ongoing questions and support.
Delivery
Virtual Only
Date
Thursday 01/23/2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1.5 hrs)
Available Seats (Online)
22

This course provides practical strategies for effectively managing and resolving interactions with difficult individuals. Through interactive discussions, you'll learn to identify various challenging behaviors, develop empathy, and employ conflict-resolution techniques to maintain professionalism and foster positive relationships. Enhance your communication skills and turn difficult interactions into opportunities for growth and collaboration

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Delivery
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Location
Trinity, Room 105
Date
Monday 01/27/2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hrs)
Available Seats
40

New Employee Experience is a three-and-a-half-hour introduction to the Maverick culture and information for new UT-Arlington employees.

Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  • UT-Arlington history, leadership, campus structure.
  • UTA Mission, Values and the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Campus resources and partners such as the Campus Library Services and Belonging & Engagement.
  • Enrollment into the New Employee Experience in Canvas for ongoing questions and support.
Delivery
Virtual Only
Date
Tuesday 02/04/2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1.5 hrs)
Available Seats (Online)
25

What makes higher education different from other types of organizations and industries? This session provides basic information about working in an institution of higher education with the goal to help you be successful in the unique environment.

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Delivery
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Location
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Date
Monday 02/10/2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hrs)
Available Seats
40

New Employee Experience is a three-and-a-half-hour introduction to the Maverick culture and information for new UT-Arlington employees.

Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  • UT-Arlington history, leadership, campus structure.
  • UTA Mission, Values and the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Campus resources and partners such as the Campus Library Services and Belonging & Engagement.
  • Enrollment into the New Employee Experience in Canvas for ongoing questions and support.
Delivery
Virtual Only
Date
Wednesday 02/12/2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (1.5 hrs)
Available Seats (Online)
29

 For many of us, it is difficult to concentrate due to interruptions and the many things that compete for our attention. This seminar will improve your ability to stay on target, focus on the task at hand, and schedule your time for maximum impact.

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Delivery
Virtual Only
Date
Thursday 02/13/2025, 10:00 PM – 12:00 PM (-10 hrs)
Available Seats (Online)
0

This course introduces you to concepts for managing and reducing conflicts while improving the chances of achieving win-win results. Learn how to diffuse conflicts in the workplace and in your personal life. The skills learned in this session will empower you to handle crisis situations in a more effective manner.

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Date
Tuesday 02/18/2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM (2 hrs)
Available Seats
10

Learn the fundamental components of trust and understand high trust and counterfeit trust behaviors. Utilizing the curriculum from Steven Covey and the neuroscience research of Pal Zak, we will explore the fundamental components of trust including 13 High Trust and Counterfeit behaviors. We will explore specific actions that help build trust to enhance trust in the workplace. 

Delivery
Virtual Only
Date
Tuesday 02/18/2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1.5 hrs)
Available Seats (Online)
30

Are you interested in enhancing your personal and professional relationships? Research shows that emotional intelligence can be developed to improve relationships. This session can help increase your emotional intelligence awareness in your personal and professional interactions.

 

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Date
Thursday 02/20/2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (2 hrs)
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30

This workshop is targeted for supervisors that want to learn a structured coaching approach . You’ll learn about the GROW model that uses a four-step process, to help individuals identify their goals, assess their current situation, explore potential solutions, and commit to actionable steps to achieve their desired outcome. This popular model essentially guides individuals through a self-reflective process to solve problems and develop their skills.

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Delivery
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Location
Trinity, Room 105
Date
Monday 02/24/2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hrs)
Available Seats
40

New Employee Experience is a three-and-a-half-hour introduction to the Maverick culture and information for new UT-Arlington employees.

Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  • UT-Arlington history, leadership, campus structure.
  • UTA Mission, Values and the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Campus resources and partners such as the Campus Library Services and Belonging & Engagement.
  • Enrollment into the New Employee Experience in Canvas for ongoing questions and support.
Delivery
In-Person Only
Location
Trinity, Room 105
Date
Monday 03/10/2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hrs)
Available Seats
40

New Employee Experience is a three-and-a-half-hour introduction to the Maverick culture and information for new UT-Arlington employees.

Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  • UT-Arlington history, leadership, campus structure.
  • UTA Mission, Values and the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Campus resources and partners such as the Campus Library Services and Belonging & Engagement.
  • Enrollment into the New Employee Experience in Canvas for ongoing questions and support.
Location
Trinity Hall Room 105, Room
Date
Tuesday 03/11/2025, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (2.5 hrs)
Available Seats
35

The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team™ workshop is based on Patrick Lencioni’s best-selling book The Five Dysfunctions of a team. This interactive workshop will guide you through the framework of embracing healthy team behaviors -- Trust One Another; Engage in Conflict Around Ideas; Commit to Decisions; Hold One Another Accountable, and Focus on Shared Results.

Delivery
In-Person Only
Location
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Date
Monday 03/24/2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (3 hrs)
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40

New Employee Experience is a three-and-a-half-hour introduction to the Maverick culture and information for new UT-Arlington employees.

Objectives

Participants will learn about:

  • UT-Arlington history, leadership, campus structure.
  • UTA Mission, Values and the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan.
  • Campus resources and partners such as the Campus Library Services and Belonging & Engagement.
  • Enrollment into the New Employee Experience in Canvas for ongoing questions and support.