Engaging Presentations: Delivering with Confidence

Professional Development Center

Practice makes perfect! Hone your presentation skills with guided exercises and feedback. Learn how to deliver your message with confidence and clarity. The workshop will be held Wednesday, April 9, 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 112, and via Zoom. Please register to attend the workshop. In-person and virtual ... Read more

T.E.A.M.S: Leading CF: Mitigating Issues Using 5-Paths

Professional Development Center

How do you become a more productive team? By ensuring that any issues are anticipated and addressed beforehand. Strategically increase your team's productivity. The workshop will be held Friday, April 11, 10-11 a.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 112, and via Zoom. Please register to attend the workshop. In-person and ... Read more

Excel Triage with Amy Osborne: Spreadsheet Q & A

Professional Development Center

Get answers to solving the glitches in your workspace excel spreadsheets-get them to do what you want them to do! Come prepared with your spreadsheet and questions. The workshop will be held Friday, April 11, 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 117D, and via Zoom. Please register to attend ... Read more

Policy Navigator: Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace: A Patriot P.R.I.D.E Approach

Professional Development Center

Develop crucial emotional intelligence skills, by understanding and managing your emotions effectively, leading to stronger professional relationships, increased engagement, and improved communication with students and co-workers. The workshop will be held Monday, April 14, 10-11 a.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 112, and via Zoom. Please register to attend the ... Read more

Leading Patriots: Leading with Empathy

Professional Development Center

Empathy is a leadership skill that fosters trust, engagement, and collaboration. This presentation will explore the importance of leading with empathy and its impact on team performance, employee well-being and success. The workshop will be held Wednesday, April 16, 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 112, and via Zoom. ... Read more

Supervisory Essentials: Navigating Difficult Conversations

Professional Development Center

Master the art of having tough conversations. This session will equip you with the tools and techniques to handle difficult conversations with confidence and empathy. The workshop will be held Friday, April 18, 9-10 a.m. in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 112, and via Zoom. Please register to attend the workshop. ... Read more

Tech Forward: Advanced Excel

Professional Development Center

Join Dave Lanzilla as we master advanced functions, data validation, working with multiple worksheets, pivot tables and macros. The workshop will be held Wednesday, April 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 117D, and via Zoom. Please register to attend the workshop. In-person and virtual options are available. A ... Read more

T.E.A.M.S.: Leading CF: Meeting Agendas and Support Materials

Professional Development Center

Let's create documents and templates that will ensure that all "paths" are covered. Get immediate buy-in with "people-friendly" processes. The workshop will be held Friday, April 25, 10-11 a.m. in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 112, and via Zoom. Please register to attend the workshop. In-person and virtual options are available. ... Read more

Tech Forward: Smartphone: More Computing Power Than Apollo 17

Professional Development Center

Did you know your smartphone is more powerful than the computer that sent astronauts to the moon? Learn about the incredible technology in your pocket and how to use it to its full potential. The workshop will be held, Monday, April 28, 10-11 a.m., in the Professional Development Center on the Ocala Campus, Room 117D, ... Read more

2025 Employee Recognition and Service Awards

Dassance Fine Arts Center

The annual Employee Recognition and Service Awards ceremony is Friday, May 2. Join us for a turbocharged morning starting with our traditional breakfast at 8 a.m. in the Patriot Café, where vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available. The program will begin at 9 a.m. in the Dassance Fine Arts Center. We will celebrate the ... Read more

New Webinar: “Connections to Careers Webinar: Handshake & LinkedIn”

Faculty, encourage your students to attend Wednesday, June 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m., on Zoom for an engaging one-hour webinar on Networking for Your Career: Getting the MOST out of Handshake and LinkedIn. Students can learn how to effectively leverage these powerful platforms to build meaningful professional connections, enhance their online presence, and unlock new career opportunities. ... Read more

Virtual Information Session for B.A.S. in Business and Organizational Management

Faculty and staff, please remind your students to attend the virtual information session Wednesday, July 9, 12:30-1:30 p.m., to learn about Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Organizational Management. Learn about specialization options, program design, affordability, and admissions. Anyone wanting to attend must register using our form.

Connections to Careers Student Webinar

Online

Encourage your students to join us for an engaging one-hour webinar Thursday, Sept. 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m., on Connections to Careers: Getting the most out of Handshake and LinkedIn. They will learn how to effectively leverage these powerful platforms to build meaningful professional connections, enhance their online presence, and unlock new career opportunities. Whether they are ... Read more

“T.E.A.M.S.: 5-Paths Leadership Training – Using Your Data” with Danny Camacho, manager, Office of Professional Development

Professional Development Center

Join us, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 9-10 a.m., for a journey of understanding your leadership assessment data, and how you can use it to motivate and inspire your students, employees, and anyone you meet. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, Room 117C, and is in person only. Please click here to register.

“Supervisory Essentials: The Evolving Role of the Supervisor” with Danny Camacho, manager, Office of Professional Development

Professional Development Center

Join Danny, Friday, Sept. 19, 9-10 a.m., to better understand how the modern supervisory landscape is shifting. Do you know the essential new skills needed to thrive in today's dynamic work environment? This workshop will equip you to adapt, innovate, and lead effectively in the face of constant organizational change. This workshop will be held ... Read more

“Intro to MS Excel” with Dave Lanzilla, associate professor, Business & Technology

Professional Development Center

Join Dave Lanzilla, Monday, Sept. 22, noon-1 p.m., as he starts from the basics and gets you comfortable with the essentials. In this session, you will learn how to navigate the Excel interface, create and save spreadsheets, enter and format data, and use simple formulas like SUM to make your work easier. This workshop will ... Read more

Internship Jumpstart

Encourage your students to attend this quick 30-minute session where they will be guided through the essential process of securing an internship, from finding the right opportunity to completing the required forms. On, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 12:30-1 p.m., they can learn insider tips, how to avoid common pitfalls, and ensure they're set up for success. ... Read more

Tech Forward: “Canva For Beginners – Part I” with Sarah Eshleman, graphic design, web and public relations coordinator, Marketing

Professional Development Center

Join us Wednesday, Sept. 24, 12:30-1:30 p.m. to learn the basics of Canva in this beginner-friendly course designed for CF employees. Discover how to create eye-catching graphics, flyers, and presentations with ease—no design experience needed! This workshop will take place in the Professional Development Center, Room 3-117D, and via Zoom.  Please click here to register. On the day ... Read more