In July, University of Nebraska–Lincoln Organizational Development and Training is offering a trio of programs designed to enhance your professional skills, foster campuswide connection and refine your leadership approach.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your communication, engage with colleagues across campus or transform your approach to performance management, these opportunities offer valuable insights and practical tools.
NRICH: Say It Better: Using Intentional Language to Transform Communication
1-2:30 p.m. July 15 | Nebraska Union Heritage Room
Every word you choose shapes how you are perceived. This course empowers you to strengthen clarity, tone and professional relationships using intentional language. You will identify and overcome common communication pitfalls like hedging and jargon and learn to craft confident, positive messages with the 3Cs framework (Clear, Concise, Courteous). Sharpen your language, amplify your impact and elevate your professional voice.
Noon-5 p.m. July 22, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. July 23 | Howard L. Hawks Hall
Mark your calendars for the UNL All-Staff Conference, a two-day event at the College of Business' Howard L. Hawks Hall. This conference provides professional development, encourages cross-campus dialogue and offers support for university staff at every level. Designed to foster engagement and cultivate a supportive, inclusive community, the conference features staff presentations in breakout sessions. A virtual conference option will also be available.
Summer Supervisor Series: Beyond the Annual Review
10-11:30 a.m. July 29 | Nebraska Union Platte River Room
Transform your approach to employee development with this interactive session. Enhance your performance management practices by exploring a clear, practical framework. This program equips supervisors with strategies to implement performance management as a continuous, development-focused process, moving beyond traditional annual reviews. Make performance management a more strategic and supportive part of your leadership.
Don't miss these opportunities to enhance your professional journey and contribute to a thriving UNL community. For more information and to register for these programs, visit the Organizational Development and Training website.
