This series of workshops has been designed to enhance the knowledge and skills needed to provide an exceptional experience to our students and support their UWin journey. These free workshops are open to all University of Windsor employees.

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

New Date: How to Assist International Students on UWin Campus - Offering 1

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Wednesday, October 25, 2023, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
Instructors: Mike Houston, Romi Saraswat
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

The International Student Centre (ISC) offers various services to new and returning international students such as orientation, transitions programs, immigration and visa advising, mandatory health insurance administration and so much more. As numbers of international students who join our campus in various faculties and departments grow, it is important for faculty and staff to understand how the International Student Centre can help facilitate their student experience. This information session will give an opportunity to familiarize participants with the ISC services and related staff and in turn assist the international students.

This session will be held via Teams.

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Supporting and Enhancing Student Accessibility on Campus - Offering 1

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, October 26, 2023, 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Katzman, Vanier Hall
Instructors: Anouchka Plumb
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

The Ontario Human Rights Code guarantees the right to equal treatment in education, without discrimination on the ground of disability. Post-secondary institutions must ensure that students who require accommodations because of their disabilities are accommodated to the point of undue hardship. This session will provide an overview of services provided by Student Accessibility Services, applicable policies, and the key role faculty and staff play in collaborative problem-solving to identify potential accommodation solutions and enhance the student experience.

This session will be held in-person.

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Enhancing the Student Experience at UWindsor - Offering 1

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, November 09, 2023, 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Medical Education Building, Room 3102
Instructors: Shetina Jones
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

Faculty and staff play a key role in supporting and enhancing the student experience throughout the student lifecycle. Ensuring students have an exceptional experience and feel supported during their academic journey can increase student retention and graduation rates. This session will connect participants to resources, tools and services designed to help students navigate UWin Campus and enhance all aspects of student life.

This session will be held in-person.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

UWindsor Black Student Support Services on Campus - Offering 2

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, January 25, 2024, 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

UWindsor has committed to dismantling anti-Black racism in signing the Scarborough Charter and committing to following through with implementing the Anti-Black Racism Taskforce Report Recommendations. Several recommendations manifest in the form of new Black Student Support Services being offered throughout UWindsor's campus. Join the Office of the Vice-President of Equity's Black Student Support Coordinator, the Clinical Therapist for Black Students, and others to learn about Black Student Support Services and initiatives on UWindsor's campus.

This session will be held via Teams.

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Enhancing the Student Experience at UWindsor - Offering 2

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, February 08, 2024, 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
Instructors: Shetina Jones
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

Faculty and staff play a key role in supporting and enhancing the student experience throughout the student lifecycle. Ensuring students have an exceptional experience and feel supported during their academic journey can increase student retention and graduation rates. This session will connect participants to resources, tools and services designed to help students navigate UWin Campus and enhance all aspects of student life.

This session will be held via Teams.

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

How to Assist International Students on UWin Campus - Offering 2

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
Instructors: Mike Houston, Romi Saraswat
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

The International Student Centre (ISC) offers various services to new and returning international students such as orientation, transitions programs, immigration and visa advising, mandatory health insurance administration and so much more. As numbers of international students who join our campus in various faculties and departments grow, it is important for faculty and staff to understand how the International Student Centre can help facilitate their student experience. This information session will give an opportunity to familiarize participants with the ISC services and related staff and in turn assist the international students.

This session will be held via Teams.

Thursday, February 29, 2024

How to Be a Good Ally - Offering 1

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Thursday, February 29, 2024, 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
Instructors: Ashlyne O’Neil
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

Whether you are new to allyship or seeking to enhance your existing skills, this session will provide you with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to be a more effective ally. The UWinPride Committee will take you on a journey toward creating a world where everyone is valued, respected, and included. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.

This session will be held via Teams.

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Recovery Allyship and Supporting Students Who Use Substances

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
Instructors: Mack Park
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

Recovery Ally Training is designed to increase understanding of addiction, decrease stigma and bias associated with it, and to provide specific tools and language for effective allyship. During this session, facilitated by Lancers Recover staff, participants will use a recovery-informed lens to understand ways in which they can better support students who use substances or are in recovery from substance use.

This session will be held via Teams.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

How to Be a Good Ally - Offering 2

Registration for this event is now closed.
Schedule: Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 01:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Location: Online - information to join will be sent from employeeexperience@uwindsor.ca
This workshop is open to faculty and staff only.

Whether you are new to allyship or seeking to enhance your existing skills, this session will provide you with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to be a more effective ally. The UWinPride Committee will take you on a journey toward creating a world where everyone is valued, respected, and included. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.

This session will be held via Teams.