HRinsights
A University Human Resources Newsletter
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Welcome to the March Edition of HRinsights! |
The March edition of HRinsights outlines upcoming professional development opportunities across OHIO. This issue includes details on new staff recognition programs, leadership development pathways, and short-form videos covering campus resources.
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Inside this issue:
🍵 Coffee with the President - A new staff recognition program
📣 Bobcat Podium – Explore presentation and communication skills
🌱 Navigating Leadership – Everyday realities and support for team leaders
💻 Custom Training – Tailored workshops that meet your needs
🌟 Service Excellence Network – Connect and strengthen everyday interactions
📖 Leadership Pathway – Opportunities for continued growth
🔔 What's New in HR – Find out the latest HR updates
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New Recognition Program: Coffee with the President |
OHIO is launching a new initiative to celebrate the ways staff help OHIO thrive. Each semester, President Gonzalez will host a small, conversational coffee gathering to connect directly with staff, hear their insights, and recognize those who champion OHIO's shared values.
Developed in partnership with Administrative Senate leadership, this program supports the WORK pillar of the Dynamic Strategy by creating dedicated space to highlight staff impact. Nominations for these gatherings are coordinated each semester through Vice Presidents and Deans across all units.
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Join a Collaborative Space to Practice Presentation Styles and Share Ideas
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Bobcat Podium offers monthly sessions—both in‑person and remote—where OHIO faculty and staff can practice communication skills, explore different speaking styles, and connect with colleagues across campus in a welcoming space.
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These workshops cover the specifics of leadership, providing tools to:
🌟 Navigate the daily realities of leading a team
⏳ Pause and evaluate situations as they arise
📞 Who to contact when support is needed
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Custom Training Opportunities |
The Center for OHIO Employee Excellence can partner with your planning unit to design custom-made workshops tailored to the goals your team is working toward.
The Center can also join your group or team meeting to introduce the Center, highlight available resources, and showcase workshops that strengthen employee growth, enhance team effectiveness, and support organizational success.
Examples of what the Center can create for you:
🔄 Change Management & Organizational Agility
🔧 Navigating Staffing Changes
🤝 Conflict Management & De‑escalation
Reach out to the Center for OHIO Employee Excellence to get started.
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View the full training catalog to see all that is available.
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Service Excellence Learning Network |
Build the experience, together. The Customer Service Excellence Learning Network is a welcoming space for OHIO staff and faculty to connect, swap ideas, and learn from one another as we strengthen everyday interactions across the university.
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You will gain:
✨ Practical takeaways and real examples
✨ Time to talk through what is working in your area
✨ An ongoing resource and professional community
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The Center for Employee Excellence is introducing the Leadership Pathway, a new development opportunity designed to build leadership skills and support continued growth.
Whether you are exploring leadership for the first time or preparing for your next step, this pathway offers structured guidance to help you build confidence, strengthen your leadership style, and continue your leadership journey.
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Pathway Sequence:
1. Leadership Fundamentals
2. Listening to Your Team
3. Team Building
4. Trust and Delegation
5. Giving and Receiving Feedback
6. Navigating Difficult Conversations
7. Managing Workplace Conflict
8. How Psychological Safety Improves Team Performance
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🥇Leadership Pathway Specialty Badge
After completing the pathway, don't forget to submit your progress for the Bobact Beyond Leadership Pathway Specialty Badge!
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Introducing Short Resource Videos |
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A new series of short videos will offer quick overviews of various HR tools and programs. The format provides a quick way to learn more about specific resources.
Watch the first less-than-two-minute release to learn about the Total Compensation Estimator tool.
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📌Don't Miss the First Bobcat Beyond Progress Point
The first Bobcat Beyond Progress Point is coming up on March 31. Badges will be awarded in early April to participants who have met a badge criterion. Complete the Bobcat Beyond form and update your progress today!
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🌟New Employee Discounts Coming Soon
We are excited to share that new employee discounts are on the way. Details will be announced soon, so keep an eye out for upcoming updates and opportunities to save.
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🏢 UHR Will Temporarily Relocate to Grover Hall
University Human Resources will be located in Grover Hall, Room W111, from May 11 through June 1. Beginning June 2, HR will be back in Grosvenor West 103. If you are visiting on or after June 2, please use the main entrance to Grosvenor West, as Grosvenor Hall will remain unavailable until mid-August.
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Grosvenor West 103 | 16 W Green Dr | Athens, OH 45701 US
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