Education & Training Opportunities
Staff Programs
Building Core Supervisory Competencies (Diversity Component)
Vice Chancellor Administration - Human Resources
Brief Description
Program for employees with one to two years of supervisory experience to develop a broad range of skills in performance of supervisory duties
Program Summary
The Building Core Supervisory Competencies program is specifically designed for employees with one to two years of supervisory experience who want to develop a broad range of skills that can enhance their performance in carrying out supervisory duties. The program emphasizes participation and practice of supervisory skills through the use of self-assessment inventories, case studies, lecturettes and small group exercises. This comprehensive program begins with an orientation for both participants and their supervisors. Participants then complete five full-day core courses and three half-day core courses (including focus on core competency #8 Diversity Basics for Supervisors) and a variety of electives. On-the-job follow-up activities which involve both the supervisor and the participant will be provided to assist in reinforcing new skills. Participants must be nominated by their supervisor in order to attend the program.
Contact person(s)
Sue Anderson, HR Education & Development Mgr.
951-827-3145
sue.anderson@ucr.edu
Diversity in Science and Engineering Lectures
Chancellor-EVC/Provost - Academic Personnel
Brief Description
Funding for Speakers Contributing to Diversity in Science and Engineering
Program Summary
To help eliminate some of the barriers preventing full participation of minorities in science, engineering and mathematics, UCR funds visits from speakers who contribute to diversity in these fields, as part of already existing departmental seminar series or colloquia. Such speakers may elect to give a workshop or lead a discussion on diversity issues in science and engineering in addition to their research presentation, or offer suggestions for successful programs at increasing diversity in the sciences that have worked at their own institutions. The funding may also be used to bring in potential candidates that could increase the ethnic diversity of our science, math and engineering faculty. Funds will cover domestic travel and accommodation expenses in accordance with UCR guidelines as well as a $500 honorarium. All departments in CNAS, the Division of Biomedical Sciences, and BCOE are eligible. Note that in accordance with the changes to APM Sections 210, 240 and 245, activities that increase diversity and equal opportunity on the campus are being considered in the merit and promotion files for faculty, Department Chairs, Deans and Associate Deans; bringing in speakers under this program is considered such an activity.
Contact person(s)
Marlene Zuk, AVP for Faculty Equity & Diversity
951-827-3541
vpequity@ucr.edu
Diversity Initiatives & Activities
Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs- Housing/Residential Life
Brief Description
Ongoing one-time, short-term or rotating diversity related events and activities
Program Summary
Housing/Residential Life offers more than 100 diversity-based events, activities and informational programs each year to help educate our students on cross-cultural appreciation and multicultural awareness. Specific examples of past activities include programs such as performance artists (e.g., poet Joaquin Zihuatenajo), comics (e.g., Maz Jabroni) and guest speakers (Mark Zupan, former athlete, now quadriplegic). Some larger ongoing programs are described in separate write-ups. (See Guardian Scholars Program, Mundo Hall, Pan-African Theme Hall, Stonewall Hall, Tasha Wallace PATH Scholarship, Tunnel of Oppression, Underground Dance Party.) Additionally, H/RL partners with numerous campus offices to bring in resources to our students.
Contact person(s)
Jack Saxon, Assistant Director for Residence Life
951-827-6500
jack.saxon@ucr.edu
Emerging Leaders (Diversity Component)
Vice Chancellor Administration - Human Resources / AVC Diversity, Excellence & Equity, Office of Faculty & Staff Affirmative Action
Brief Description
UCR Emerging Leader Program (ELP) is a comprehensive program dedicated to developing internal talent
Program Summary
ELP is a one-year intensive training offering participants the opportunity to put their career goals on the fast track by enhancing their management skills, collegial networks, and understanding of the University culture. It also assists UCR in its efforts to identify, grow, and sustain the diverse leadership talent that's right here on campus, and includes a training segment specifically targeted to building diversity and multicultural competency skills. ELP is designed to develop and nurture a pipeline of outstanding staff members capable of filling future leadership positions. The program strives to:
- Provide UCR with a broadly skilled pool of qualified staff to meet the challenges of a changing University environment
- Develop a diverse pool of professional and managerial talent
- Increase retention of UCR's up-and-coming professionals, managers, and supervisors
- Augment leadership competencies through skill development, mentoring, and networking
- Instill a deeper understanding of University culture and institutional structure
- Enhance leadership's awareness of the strengths of our own workforce ELP curriculum blends stimulating, group-based learning with the power of one-on-one interaction to achieve a balanced approach to leadership development.
ELP unfolds over a full year, allowing participants exposure to a variety of activities that tap into UCR's rich resource of leadership expertise. From group seminars with topical experts to high-visibility team projects sponsored by senior administrators, confidence-building "Brown Bag" sessions to relationship-building, mentoring and individual career counseling to peer networking opportunities, these are just some of the powerful reasons why the ELP agenda is so effective.
Contact person(s)
Sue Anderson, HR Education & Development Mgr.
951-827-3145
sue.anderson@ucr.edu
Inland Empire Librarians Educated to Advance Diversity and Service (IE LEADS)
Education & Training Opportunities
Brief Description
Program aimed to educate library professionals to serve in diverse communities. The University of California, Riverside University Libraries is one of the Inland Empire libraries to receive a grant from The Institute of Museum and Library (IMLS) Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program.
Program Summary
The IE LEADS program provides scholarships, internships and professional development for library employees, graduate students and graduating seniors who are pursuing an ALA-accredited graduate program in library and information students. The program is aimed at recruiting and educating new library professionals to work in diverse communities.
Contact Person(s):
Patricia Smith-Hunt, Project Director
(951)827-7702
Julie Mason, Asst. Project Director
(951)827-2817
Making Excellence Inclusive: The UCR Diversity Certificate Program
Vice Chancellor Administration - Human Resources / AVC Diversity, Excellence & Equity, Office of Faculty & Staff Affirmative Action
Brief Description
Education program covering basics of diversity for participants from all levels of academic and administrative personnel
Program Summary
The Certificate program is an educational and training series for any interested staff member from any department or at any level interested in developing multicultural competencies. The program is structured in a five-section series (four hours each) taking place over the calendar year. It includes homework and project assignments directly tailored to the daily operations of the participating units as well as final presentations to be made to fellow participants, and on a voluntary basis, to other segments of the campus. Staff members completing the program will be acknowledged for their participation with a certificate for their contribution to UCR culture of diversity.
Contact person(s)
Sue Anderson, HR Education & Development Mgr., 951-827-3145,
sue.anderson@ucr.edu
Gladys Brown, Director Affirmative Action, 951-827-5604,
gladys.brown@ucr.edu
Summer Study Abroad
Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education
Brief Description
International Study Abroad Program.
Program Summary
The Summer Sessions Study Abroad program is designed to offer students the cultural experience they need to stay competitive while taking classes that will keep them on academic track or get ahead! The program offers UC Riverside campus courses from the General Catalog, taught by UC Riverside faculty, at an off-campus location during a five-week session in the summer. The courses can satisfy general education requirements and/or keep you on track with your coursework for your major or minor. In addition to the traditional coursework, students also experience the curriculum through numerous excursions and local interactions. The Summer Study Abroad programs include single occupancy accommodations at the host institutions or nearby facilities, some or all meals, 8 units of credit on a UC transcript, and a lifetime of memories! Space is limited and is honored on a "first-come, first-served" basis.
Contact person(s)
Johanna Navarrete
(951) 827-1011
johanna.navarrete@ucr.edu