Staff Enrichment offerings slated for October
Staff Enrichment will be held Oct. 7 & 8 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 eight hours of time 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 October 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, 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.
- Tuesday, Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. and Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m.
- Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m.
Register for October Staff Enrichment
Schedule
Tuesday, October 7
New University Librarian Overview
- 10-11 a.m.
- Hosted by Jolene Cole, University Librarian
- Location: Teams
- Description: Join us for a session introducing our new University Librarian! This session will highlight the latest updates from the Library, including new resources, services, and initiatives designed to support students, faculty, and staff. You’ll also learn more about upcoming projects, access to collections, and ways the Library is evolving to meet the creative and academic needs of our community. Bring your questions, share your ideas, and help us shape the future of the Library together!
Banner 9 Admin for Budget Management
- 11-12 p.m.
- Hosted by Heidi Mallory, Assistant Vice Chancellor for University Budget Management / Chief Budget Officer
- Location: Teams
- Description: Want to go beyond Banner Self-Service (E-Z Arts)? Join the Budget Office to learn the basics of Banner 9 Admin. This session will cover three key budgeting pages and show you how to review your budget from summary balances down to transaction details, view commitments, and explore simple queries to monitor your funds more effectively.
SACS Update
- 2-3 p.m.
- Hosted by Elizabeth Davis, Director of Academic Planning and Institutional Research
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: Join us for a SACS update session with APIR Director Elizabeth Davis.
Campaign Update
- 3-4 p.m.
- Hosted by Lissy Garrison, Vice Chancellor for Advancement
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: UNCSA Advancement is gearing up for a new comprehensive campaign. We hope you have seen the recent news about the library gift and naming – that’s just one of many exciting, transformational projects in the works. Come learn exactly what a comprehensive campaign is and how ours will differ from tradition.
Wednesday, October 8
UNCSA Foundation Overview
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- 10-11 a.m.
- Hosted by Cindy Liberty, Executive Director of the UNCSA Foundation
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: What does the Foundation do, anyway? The UNCSA Foundation is a standalone entity that exists to further the works of UNCSA through private donations, rather than funds the University receives from the state. Come learn how that works and what else happens in the big green house on Main Street.
Creativity & Wellness: Crochet
- 10-11 a.m.
- Hosted by Meika Loyd, One Card Assistant Director
- Location: The Pickle Jar
- 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.
Legislative Update
- 11 a.m.-noon
- Hosted by Jim DeCristo, Vice Chancellor for Economic Development and Chief of Staff
- Location: Microsoft Teams
- Description: The NC legislature and the 119th U.S. Congress are back at work. Come learn about what is happening in Raleigh and Washington D.C., including our campus and UNC System state budget priorities. It is going to be an interesting year.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
- Noon–1 p.m.
- Hosted by Heidi Sosa
- Location: Daniels Plaza
- Description: Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us on Daniels Plaza for an enjoyable hour of music, hors d’oeuvres, popcorn and more!
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.
D&P Students Presentations
- 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Hosted by D&P Students
- Location: TBD
- Description: Enjoy a rare sneak preview from our students — the behind-the-scenes magic of how A Little Night Music was created through Design & Production.
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: Come out for a casual walk or run; 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
Oct. 2, 2025