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Mandatory Employee Training 


The completion of mandatory employee training is required of all UW System employees at hire and then with retraining requirements listed below

  • Title IX / Sexual Harassment (retraining required every 3 years)
  • Information Security (retraining required annually)
  • Mandated Reporter (required once after 10/1/2019)

Annual Refresher Process – [March 1 – March 31]

  • 30 days in March to complete the required retraining
  • Refresher courses for Information Security Awareness and Sexual Harassment (Title IX)
  • Employees who complete the courses in January and February of that year will be exempt
  • Must complete assigned retraining in March to be eligible for pay plan

How do I know if I need to take a course?

Image of Mandatory Training Tile from My UW Portal

A notification email will be sent from serviceoperations@uwss.wisconsin.edu to you indicating that a course is due.

If the course is not completed within 14 days a reminder email will be sent, a second reminder email is sent if not completed after 21 days. If you

have questions or need technical support for these mandatory trainings, you can contact serviceoperations@uwss.wisconsin.edu.

Once notified, employees need to enroll in the courses through their My UW Portal using the mandatory training tile. When you click on the tile, you will be taken to your training dashboard, which will show your status for all three required courses. The direct links to the course will also be there if you need to take it!

 

Employees can review the current status of their courses through their My UW Portal using the mandatory training tile.

Image of Mandatory Training Tile from My UW Portal

 

When you click on the tile, you will be taken to your training dashboard, which will show your status for all three required courses. The direct links to the course will also be there if you need to take it!

 

Redefining Resilience: Onward toward UWO 2.0 


In a world where change is the only constant, fostering a positive work environment is crucial for both personal and organizational success. Our series aims to equip you with the insights and strategies needed to thrive amidst change, enhance engagement, and build a resilient, supportive workplace. We are honored to have distinguished speakers who will share their expertise and practical wisdom on creating a culture where everyone can flourish. Their experiences and insights will provide valuable tools for navigating challenges and embracing opportunities.

Four intriguing speakers will join us live streamed for all UWO faculty and staff to view during the AY 24-25 Leadership Council Meetings. The streaming link can be found here.

Developing Your Best Self

Have you ever experienced a flat tire while driving? The choices are clear: pull over and replace it, seek assistance, or continue driving and risk causing further harm. How many of us are navigating through life with a flat tire, or perhaps a slow leak? Come along with Sarah to recharge, revitalize, and spark inspiration to conquer the upcoming moments, hours, days, and weeks.

Sarah Fecht is a people lover who partners with leaders to bring their best self to work, to home, and to the community where they serve. Sarah’s goal is to share stories that impact people to make our world better.  Sarah understands that leadership must be intentional, nurtured, and grown for success to occur.   Sarah knows that when leaders win their day, organizations, families, and communities reap the benefits.

In 2019 she became the owner of Best Self Leadership which provides coaching, training, and keynote speaking.  Prior to starting her own business Sarah led human resource teams in a variety of industries including construction, Big-box retail, city government, trucking and banking.  Sarah is blessed with an amazing network of support including her fantastic family; her charming husband Tom, four beautiful kids at home, and her precious Angel Awesome Austin.

Sarah is a certified Maxwell Leadership speaker, trainer, & coach. As a lifelong learner, she’s earned her BBA in Management & Human Resources from Viterbo University, her MBA from UW- La Crosse, her Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from the Human Resources Certification Institute, her Senior Certified Professional designation from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and DISC certification training during her career so far. The smell of yogurt is her nemesis.

Revitalize and Thrive

Compounding negative events can significantly impact a person in higher education, creating both challenges and opportunities for change. This session explores how daily stressors can lead to burnout and disconnection from our core purpose. We’ll discuss practical self-care strategies and positive psychology approaches tailored for higher education professionals. Participants will reconnect with their internal motivation and redefine their purpose in life. The goal is to equip attendees with tools to not only manage stress but to thrive professionally and personally, ultimately enhancing the educational experience for students and colleagues alike

Ignacio (Nacho) Enriquez was a fifteen-year veteran police officer in the State of Wisconsin and has four years of experience as a Juvenile Corrections Officer in the State of California. As a Behavioral Health Officer, Ignacio was responsible for conducting crisis interventions, safety planning, and connecting citizens to mental health services. He is a trained hostage crisis negotiator and has peacefully negotiated multiple incidents involving armed suicidal subjects, and other high safety-risk incidents. Ignacio earned a master’s degree in professional counseling from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Ignacio retired from law enforcement in January 2023 to focus full time on his consulting practice, Ascent Consulting, LLC. He now travels across the state of Wisconsin and continues to support individuals in need of mental health support. To date, Ignacio has completed well over 1,000 individual wellness sessions throughout the state. In his private consulting practice, Ignacio has trained and consulted various government, corporate, and nonprofit organizations on crisis communication skills, suicide risk assessments, and emotional well-being for their personnel.

Ignition: The Art of Unlocking Potential

As your organization faces challenges, like maintaining morale and managing tighter budgets, the need for effective leadership is more critical than ever. But leadership doesn’t have to be about more pressure—it’s about smarter energy use. Enter Ignition: The Art of Unlocking Potential, where we draw surprising leadership insights from the laws of thermodynamics. Yes, physics! The principles of energy transfer and influence aren’t just for the lab they’re the key to revitalizing your team and boosting productivity.
 
This workshop is designed to help your leaders and teams reflect on their current approach to leadership and discover practical ways to elevate their impact, even in the toughest conditions. It’s about challenging the status quo and asking the hard questions: Are our leadership strategies truly effective? Are we connecting with our teams in a way that fosters growth and resilience?
      During this engaging and interactive session, participants will discover:
    • The Power of Connection: Learn why leadership is about creating meaningful exchanges that energize your team.
    • Leading by Example: Recognize that as a leader, your actions set the tone for the entire university community, from the classroom to the administration.
    • Addressing Issues Head-On: Explore the snowball effect of avoidance and how confronting challenges early can prevent bigger problems down the road.
    • Leadership as a Growth Journey: Embrace the idea that true leadership is a choice—one that involves constant learning, adapting, and expanding.

This isn’t just a workshop; it’s a lifeline for organizations navigating tough times. Participants will walk away with a renewed sense of purpose and a toolkit of strategies to lead with greater self-awareness and effectiveness. Now is the time to invest in the kind of leadership that will see your organization through adversity and into a brighter, more connected future.
 
 
Allison Garner, owner of Thoughtly, is both a practitioner and consumer of executive coaching and leadership development. With an impressive background that bridges engineering and business acumen, Allison specializes in supporting leaders to create high performing teams. Her clients deeply value her ability to create a safe space for exploration, discovery, and growth. With two decades of hands-on experience as a chemical engineer and vice president at a leading engineering firm, Allison has a proven track record of success in the global oil industry. This technical expertise, combined with her strategic insight, enables her to adeptly navigate complex business landscapes, launch startups, execute successful turnarounds, and resolve executive team dysfunction. Allison’s dedication to leadership extends beyond her professional endeavors. She has been a committed community leader, serving on various Boards of Directors, including a decade- long tenure on the Oshkosh School Board. Married for 26 years with two wonderful children, Allison’s personal and professional life is a testament to her values of commitment, resilience, and service.
      Education and Certifications
    • B.S. – Chemical Engineering
    • Master of Business Administration
    • PCC – Professional Certified Coach through the ICF
    • CPC – Certified Professional Coach through ACTP
    • TedX Oshkosh Speaker 2019
    • Published Author
      • “Think Possible: The Light and Dark Side of Never Running Out of Ideas”
      • “Unconditional: Learning How to Navigate and Reframe Mental Illness – Together”

Build Your Thoughtfully Fit® Core for Resilience and Results

Are you ready for the next curveball life throws your way? The reality is life is filled with challenges, change, and uncertainty. Relationships have conflict, you get blindsided, you feel stuck, and you don’t always handle yourself the way you’d like. The highest-performing leaders and teams train to clear these hurdles so they have the resilience to get results – despite the obstacles. You can’t control what happens to you, but you can control what you do next. That’s what Darcy learned first-hand when her life fell apart in the most shocking way. Drawing on her harrowing personal journey and decades of coaching across 48 different industries, Darcy reveals three powerful steps you can use immediately to clear the hurdles standing in your way of peak performance. So, you get results, instead of regrets! • This program will involve a brief mention of a sexual crime. Click here to learn more.
 
Darcy Luoma is not your ordinary speaker. She’s a dynamic force who has graced over 500 stages, captivating audiences ranging from intimate gatherings to grand assemblies. As a Master Certified Coach (MCC) and Certified Professional Speaker™(CSP), Darcy shares insights honed from her diverse experiences. Having served as director of a U.S. Senator’s office for 12 years, conducted national advance work for the White House, and worked on two presidential campaigns, Darcy witnessed firsthand the consequences of not responding thoughtfully. Motivated by these experiences, she developed the Thoughtfully Fit® model, drawing from over two decades of coaching leaders and teams. Darcy’s inspiring keynotes provide strategies to enhance resilience and create winning teams, blending her expertise in leadership development with her passion for physical fitness. Her best-selling book, “Thoughtfully Fit: Your Training Plan for Life & Business Success,” serves as a roadmap for peak performance – both professionally and personally. Darcy’s audiences leave inspired with actionable insights they can immediately implement, ensuring lasting impact beyond the stage.

Campus Sponsored Trainings


Information Technology– The Division of Information Technology offers technology training, best practices, and how-to’s on the use of technology, commonly used programs, and common technology questions.

 

Supervisors in Action: Managing the UWO Workforce


Supervisors in Action is geared towards building the foundation for our supervisors and equipping them with the knowledge and skills to be effective in their roles. The comprehensive agenda covers the essential building blocks to supervisory excellence—including Employment Law, Risk Management, Employment Relations and Managing Performance.

Who should attend? This training is open to anyone that directly supervises employees of the University. Experience level does not matter because this training will be relevant for:

  • Anyone newly hired or recently promoted to a supervisor position on campus without any past experience managing people
  • Those with experience supervising on campus but may want a refresher on the unique role and expectations of supervisors
  • Those with experience supervising from past jobs but need to understand how to apply their experience to working at UWO

 

Employee Assistance Program Trainings


Did you know our EAP program offers training? Our EAP vendor offers a variety of training options for individual employees and departments.  

  • Individual Employees – Employees can access free training by creating an account on the website(Company code is SOWI). Training formats include live webinars, online soft skills courses and articles covering a variety of topics. Some examples of the topics covered include communication, teamwork and time management skills. These trainings are a great way to work on professional development goals and are a no-cost, on-demand solution for employees 
  • Department/Unit/College Training – Our university has access to a set amount of training hours each year. Trainings are offered based on the course catalog  and needs of the department or unit.  Trainings are typically one hour long and offered by a contracted training professional. Supervisors that are interested in offering a training session in their area should contact hroffice@uwosh.edu to discuss next steps. 

 

  Phone:  (920) 424-1166

  Fax: (920) 424- 2021

  Email: hroffice@uwosh.edu

Monday - Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  Dempsey Hall 328
800 Algoma Blvd.
Oshkosh, WI 54901