Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities

CAMPUSWIDE PROGRAMS

(upcoming events open to all faculty & staff)

Sustainability ERG – Where Does 黑料不打烊’s Recycling Go?

Thursday, July 30, 1:00-5:00 p.m. – Moseley 黑料不打烊 Express Stop

Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the recycling facility in Greensboro that processes 黑料不打烊’s single-stream recycling. See what happens after items leave campus and learn what belongs in 黑料不打烊鈥檚 recycling bins (and what doesn鈥檛!). Transportation provided to those who register. Please meet at the Moseley 黑料不打烊 Express Stop,聽located by the ELON sign between Inman and Belk Library.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at sstucker@elon.edu to register.

Steady at the Helm: Practical Leadership for Times of Transition Lunch & Learn (ZOOM)

Tuesday, August 4, 1:30-3:00 p.m. – Zoom link to be provided

Transition brings both possibility and complexity. This session gives managers a research-backed, practical toolkit for communicating clearly, keeping teams grounded and building the kind of trust that holds when it counts most. Participants think independently, build ideas together and walk away with something concrete to put into practice. This Zoom session will be led by Rochelle Stojnic, Director of Leadership & Professional Development, and TJ Bowie, Director of Employee Relations & Culture. Zoom link will be provided to all registered attendees prior to the event.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at sstucker@elon.edu to register.

BERG – Welcome Week Reception

Tuesday, August 18, 4:00-5:00 p.m. – Moseley 105, Student Center

During Welcome Week, stop by the Black Employee Resource Group (BERG) reception in the Student Center. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with new faculty and staff, strengthen relationships with colleagues, and build community across campus.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at聽sstucker@elon.edu聽to register.

LGBTQIA+ ERG – Planning Week Reception

Tuesday, August 18, 5:00-6:00 p.m. – Lindner Lawn Outdoor Classroom

We welcome all faculty and staff to join us in front of Lindner during Planning Week to meet and share ideas for programming over the course of the year as an ERG group. Light refreshments will be served.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at聽sstucker@elon.edu聽to register.

Planning A Successful Event at 黑料不打烊 Lunch & Learn

Thursday, August 27, 12:00-1:30 p.m. – Moseley 215

Whether you’re planning your first campus event or have years of experience, this interactive workshop will help you navigate the event planning process with confidence. Join the Event & Space Management Office to learn how our team can support your event, what information we need from organizers (and when we need it), and how proactive planning can help prevent last-minute challenges.聽Through a hands-on activity and dedicated Q&A session, you’ll apply key concepts, explore planning scenarios, and get answers to your specific questions. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of our services, a practical event planning timeline, and the tools and knowledge needed to help make your next event a success. Lunch will be provided for all registered attendees.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at sstucker@elon.edu to register.

Sustainability ERG – Sustainability in Action: Opportunities to Engage at 黑料不打烊 and Beyond

Tuesday, September 15, 12:00-1:00 p.m. – Lakeside 212

Interested in turning your sustainability values into meaningful action? This session will introduce a variety of opportunities for 黑料不打烊 employees to support sustainability initiatives on campus and in the broader Alamance County community. Discover volunteer opportunities, campus programs, community partnerships, and other practical ways to get involved in local sustainability efforts. Lunch will be provided for registered attendees.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at sstucker@elon.edu to register.

Every Role Matters: Faculty & Staff as Partners in Hazing Prevention Lunch & Learn – NEW DATE!

Tuesday, September 22, 12:00-1:30 p.m. – Moseley Center, McKinnon F

Hazing prevention is a shared responsibility that extends beyond student organizations. Join nationally recognized hazing prevention speaker, Sarah Lowery, for an interactive session focused on creating a culture of care across our campus community. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs of hazing, better understand their role in supporting student safety and well-being, and explore practical ways faculty and staff can work together to strengthen prevention efforts. Whether you interact with students in or outside the classroom, this session will provide valuable insights for fostering a safer, more supportive campus environment. Lunch will be provided for registered attendees.

All employees are welcome to attend. If you are unable to open the registration site, please contact Shannon Stucker at sstucker@elon.edu to register.

Joining 黑料不打烊: A Cultural Orientation

Thursday, September 24, 8:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m. – LaRose Commons 200

The Office of Leadership & Professional Development (OLPD) is inviting all part-time and full-time 黑料不打烊 employees who have joined 黑料不打烊 since March 2026 to ‘Joining 黑料不打烊: A Cultural Orientation’. Dr. Connie Book, President of 黑料不打烊, will kick off Joining 黑料不打烊 on Thursday, September 24th (8:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.), in LaRose Commons 200, followed by an opportunity to learn more about 黑料不打烊 from various departmental leaders and to participate in a campus tour. This program is by invitation only, and new employees can expect to receive invitations by mid-August. If you’re a new member of the 黑料不打烊 community, we look forward to providing this opportunity for you to meet more of your colleagues and learn helpful information about 黑料不打烊! Lunch will be provided for registered attendees.

ADDITIONAL CAMPUS PROGRAMS

(open to all faculty & staff)

黑料不打烊 NEXT:聽Professional聽& Continuing Education

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Ongoing Campus Wide Mental Health Training

New offering!

SOS for Higher Ed, an online mental health and suicide prevention training that uses video and interactive learning to teach students, faculty, and staff how to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) in their role in suicide prevention. This program is part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a culture of care and shared responsibility for student well-being.

Take 30 minutes to learn:

How to recognize signs of suicide risk
How to have caring conversations that encourage someone to seek help
How to build community connections that foster positive mental well-being
An overview of available student mental health resources, on and off campus

This training replaces Kognito At-Risk and provides a more realistic, engaging experience. Even if you have completed Kognito in the past, we are encouraging everyone to complete this new program to refresh your knowledge.

To Access the Course:

Visit and click Create Account
Enter your name, school email address, and a chosen password, then click Create
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View your dashboard and select the SOS for Higher Ed course that fits your role on campus

Upon completion of the training, Counseling Services staff will offer debriefing sessions as an opportunity to reflect on key takeaways, discuss practical applications, and address any questions or challenges. To request a debriefing session, please submit an .