Upcoming Training and Reminders
Human Resources Training & Other Reminders
Upcoming Professional Development Training
Understanding the Corrective Action Process
Tuesday, March 24th, 9:00am - 11:00am, College Center MPR (CC223)
Creating clarity about expectations is vital for having productive and supportive working relationships, one facet of this is having a clear process for addressing when someone is not meeting expectations. In this workshop we will provide information about how the corrective action process scaffolds creating clarity while also supporting accountability.
Presented by: Rocio Salvatierra, Director of Employee & Labor Relations
Athletics Center Machine Walkthrough
Wednesday, March 18th, 1:00 - 2:00PM, Athletic Center Main Lobby
Join Athletics Life Fitness Instructor Teresa Troy for a guided walkthrough of the Athletic and Fitness Center aimed at helping you feel confident and comfortable using fitness equipment so you can navigate the space with ease. This is an introductory session, perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a refresher in a low-pressure environment.
Presented by: Teresa Troy, Life Fitness Instructor
Ready for What's Next: Updating Resumes and Cover Letters
Wednesday, March 11th, 10:00am, CC MPR (College Center, 223)
Ready for What’s Next: Join us for an illuminating presentation on updating resumes and cover letters to gain crucial insight into polishing your application materials. Invest in this program to learn proven ways to highlight your personal strengths and experiences to confidently take the next step in your professional journey.
Presented by: Center for Career Education
Google Calendar Training
Tuesday, March 10th, 10:30am, via Zoom
Staying organized and connected is essential to working efficiently across campus. This training will introduce both the fundamentals and more advanced features of Google Calendar to help you manage your schedule, coordinate with colleagues, and streamline communication. You will learn practical tools to organize your time, set priorities, and make the most of the platform’s collaborative features. This training is open to all Vassar employees.
Presented by: Emily Doucet, Human Resources Administrative Fellow
Gmail Training
Thursday, March 12th, 2:30pm, via Zoom
Clear and efficient communication is at the heart of workplace effectiveness. This training will introduce you to both the basics and advanced features of Gmail, equipping you with tools to organize your inbox, manage email flow, and make the most of the platform’s settings and integrations. We will also explore best practices for choosing the right communication tool — including when to use Gmail versus Google Chat — to support clarity and collaboration. This training is open to all Vassar employees.
Presented by: Emily Doucet, Human Resources Administrative Fellow
Upcoming Training by The Office of Institutional Equity
Pause and Rewind: Understanding Consent in Real Life
Wednesday, March 25, 2:00-3:00 PM, Thompson Library, Class of 1951 Reading Room
Consent is simple on paper and complicated in the places students actually live—hallways, parties, late-night texts, relationships, breakups, and the in-between moments of “are we okay?” Open to the entire Vassar community, this workshop translates policy into real conversations through quick scenario polls, pause-and-rewind role plays, and boundary-language practice that works in the moment, not just in a handbook. The session situates consent as more than a compliance concept, framing it as a daily practice of autonomy, respect, and shared responsibility, especially in contexts shaped by social pressure, gender expectations, alcohol or impairment, ambiguity, and power or status differences that can blur communication and decision-making.
Presented by: The Office of Institutional Equity
Spring into Wellness: March Movement Challenge is in Full Swing!
