Staff Enrichment offerings slated for September
Staff Enrichment will be held Sept. 16 and 17 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. With a few exceptions!
Programs will last one hour and be virtual unless otherwise noted. Please remember that Staff Enrichment is for 8 hours per month, so you may not be able to attend everything. Be sure to work with your supervisor to ensure sessions work with work schedules.
Staff can choose self- or team-directed professional development in place of our monthly offerings; just be sure to work with your supervisor on details. Recordings of most prior workshops are available for use in self-directed enrichment time.
If you are unable to attend the September sessions, save the date and mark your calendars to ensure that you can attend future sessions! The upcoming staff enrichment schedule is as follows:
- Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m.'
Register for September Staff Enrichment
Staff Enrichment schedule
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Creativity & Wellness
- 10-11 a.m.
- Hosted by Meika Loyd, One Card Assistant Director
- Location: In Person – SAAB 212
- Description: Join me for a fun and relaxing crochet session where creativity meets community! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this session is the perfect space to learn, create, and connect. Crochet has been a passion of mine for years—it's not just a craft, but a calming, joyful way to express yourself.
What Even is QEP?
- 10-11 a.m.
- Hosted by Sarah Iler, Assistant Director for Academic Research and Institutional Planning
- Location: Teams
- Description: A Quality Enhancement Plan is one of many requirements for UNCSA’s accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Institutions must identify a key issue for improvement that is focused on specific student learning outcomes and/or student success and accomplishes the mission of the school. Learn about our QEP, Advising for Student Success, how the theme was chosen, and what it means for the university, with Administrative Co-Captain Sarah Iler.
D&P: Apples to Apples
- 2-3 p.m.
- Hosted by Anne Medlock-Ely, Associate Dean of Design & Production
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: This presentation is designed to give our staff a clear understanding of Global Entertainment and how its rapid growth is shaping opportunities for our students as they launch their careers.
Banner Navigation
- 3-4:30 p.m.
- Hosted by Gary Penrod, Director of Financial Systems
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: Are you new to Banner or looking to sharpen your navigation skills in the Administrative Applications interface? Join Gary Penrod for a fast-paced, hands-on training session designed to help you confidently explore and use Banner Finance. Gary will walk you through a selection of the most useful Banner pages and processes - the ones you’ll actually use day-to-day. Whether you're a brand-new user or just need a refresher, this session will give you the confidence and clarity to navigate Banner with ease.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Byte-Sized Tech: Data Governance
- 10-11 a.m.
- Hosted by Elizabeth Davis, Director of Academic Planning and Institutional Research
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: Data Governance is the formal management of university resources and data and is crucial to ensuring accuracy, security and compliance with state and federal laws. Everyone on campus plays a role in the governance of data – you may just not yet know your role. Join this session to learn about the emerging Data Governance program at UNCSA and be better informed for the future.
Your Campus Storytelling Partners: Strategic Communications
- 11 a.m.-noon
- Hosted by Melissa Upton-Julio, Senior Digital Content Producer
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: Learn who makes up the Strategic Communications team, what we do, and how our work supports the university’s mission. This session will highlight how we collaborate with departments across campus to share UNCSA’s story and strengthen our collective impact.
Performance Hour
- 2:30-3:30 p.m.
- Hosted by UNCSA School of Music
- Location: Crawford Hall
- Description: The entire campus community is welcome to attend these free, weekly performances showcasing student progress in the UNCSA School of Music. The pieces vary weekly and are determined by what students are working on this year. Be sure to register in order to receive updates on Performance Hour as they are available.
Casual Walk/Run Along the Greenway
- 4-5 p.m.
- Hosted by Ann Davis-Rowe, Executive Assistant, UNCSA Foundation
- Location: UNCSA Campus – Library Bike Rack
- Description: No one will be left behind. Faster folks can run ahead while others focus on fundamentals – and having fun doing it! Join your colleagues and have some fun while doing something healthy for your body and mind.
Contact: Ally Schuenke
Sept. 8, 2025