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- Nov 161:00 PMPrompt Essentials: Simple Strategies for Effective PromptingThis session will equip participants with the skills needed to effectively use generative AI tools in the workplace. Participants will learn how to craft effective prompts by incorporating clear instructions, relevant context, a defined audience, and desired outcomes to improve quality of AI-generated results. They will practice creating prompts for common job-related tasks such as drafting communications, summarizing information, and generating ideas, while also learning techniques for revising and refining prompts to enhance the accuracy, relevance, and usefulness of responses. Additionally participants will develop the ability to critically evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy, bias, and appropriateness within their work environment. The session will also emphasize responsible AI practices, including selecting appropriate use cases and avoiding the inclusion of sensitive or restricted information in prompts. Register via TrainTraq by November 12th. Please note this class meets on Zoom. If the registrations deadline has passed or the date for the section does not work for you, visit the Course Details (https://traintraq.tamus.edu/CourseDetails.aspx?cnum=2115142) pages and select the Upcoming Sections tab to view additional options. For more information, contact Organizational Development at orgdev@tamu.edu (mailto:orgdev@tamu.edu).
- Nov 178:30 AMUniversity Staff Council MeetingStaff are encouraged to attend the next University Staff Council (USC) meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 8:30 a.m. in person at the General Services Complex in Room 101 or via Zoom. (https://tamu.zoom.us/j/91406885510?pwd=Z4HxnP4DMYUdHXj5IwWCi4wxrUqq1v.1) The vision of the USC is to help staff feel supported, included and valued at Texas A&M University, where we live the Aggie Core Values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity and selfless service. Come to the meeting and let your voice be heard or learn more about what the USC is doing for you. You may access full meeting minutes from previous meetings on the USC website.
- Nov 179:00 AMBenefit & Retirement Services Open Office HoursMeet with a Benefit & Retirement Specialist if you have questions about:Retirement Eligibility & Savings - We can help you figure out when you are eligible to retire and understand the resources offered to you through your employment to get you financially prepared for retirement. Beneficiary Designation - Need to update or add beneficiaries? Benefit & Retirement Services can help you set up life insurance beneficiaries in Workday. Additional Benefits - The Texas A&M University System health plan has a vast assortment of benefits available to you. Let us help you understand these benefits and decide which program is most beneficial to you and your family. Qualifying Life Events - Experience a life change? We can help you make the corresponding change to your benefits in Workday. All changes must be made within 31 days of a qualifying life event. Upcoming Events - Benefit & Retirement Services strives to provide ample opportunities for education on our programs. Learn about our upcoming events! Other Benefit Related Items - We are here for you! If you have a question or just want to chat about your benefits, stop by! We would love to see you.
- Nov 1610:00 AMSuccessful Conflict ConversationsIn this learning experience, through discussion and role-play, participants explore:A new model for resolving workplace conflict through an intentional conversation with a workplace colleague Conditions that make a given workplace conflict appropriate for self-facilitated resolution How people perceive and respond during conflict and reconciliation to comprehend the conditions necessary to promote resolution Exploring the behavioral reflexes exhibited during conflict Setting expectations for a successful conflict conversation The predictable stages of workplace conflict resolution REGISTER TO ATTEND
- Dec 38:30 AMFaculty Conversation Café (Zoom)Beyond Our Classroom Walls: Cultivating Global and Experiential Faculty Journeys Join colleagues from across Texas A&M for a candid Faculty Conversation Cafe featuring faculty who have expanded their teaching and research through leading study abroad programs, corporate study away courses, and Fulbright Scholar awards. Conversation will include how these experiences transformed each faculty's perspectives, pedagogy, and scholarship, as well as the practical steps, challenges, and resources involved in pursuing them. Whether you're curious about applying for a Fulbright, partnering with industry, or leading students abroad, this session will offer real-world insight and guidance to help you cultivate similar opportunities in your own career.
- Dec 312:00 PMFaculty Development SeriesMentoring Tomorrow's Researchers: Building Impactful Undergraduate Experiences The December Faculty Development Series highlights faculty actively engaged in mentoring undergraduate researchers who will share strategies, lessons learned, and best practices for building high-impact undergraduate research experiences in humanities and science. In addition, the Office of Undergraduate Research will offer an overview of the support available for faculty who mentor undergraduate researchers, from identifying funding opportunities for students to connecting mentors with motivated students. The session will also provide practical guidance from the Office of National Fellowships on writing compelling, prestigious recommendation letters that help undergraduate students stand out for competitive fellowships, graduate programs, and awards that recognize their exceptional contributions.REGISTER TO ATTEND Attend in-person (Rudder 301 (https://ruddertower.ucenter.tamu.edu/spaces/rudder-third-floor/#uc-facility-nav)) or virtually (https://tamu.zoom.us/j/96344897925?pwd=kHGdW7Ggn4MNzCCRedbK3TDaaHbJFD.1).
