Labor/Management
UMASS  AFSCME  USA/MTA  PSU/MTA
Education. Workplace. A Win-Win for Everyone.
Register at www.umass.edu/lmwep
Labor/Management
Workplace
Education
Spring 2015
This beginner class will get you up to
speed with many new features in Office
2010/2013. You’ll learn Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and more. We cover
Word (Oct. 7–Oct. 28) and Excel
(Nov. 4–Nov. 25, no class Nov. 11),
then PowerPoint (Dec. 2). Register for
the whole class or just blocks. No
previous MS Office experience is
required.
toolbar features, creating images using
layers, adding text to images, cropping
and editing pictures, retouching &
healing, and basic color correction. No
previous experience with Photoshop is
required.
Thursdays, 9 to 10:45 a.m.
February 12 to March 12
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Our computer classes help UMass
staff gain practical skills for work,
home, or in the community. The small
classes allow hands-on time to practice.
Learn new computer skills or add to
those you already have, even with little
previous computer experience.
Computer classes meet in
Dickinson Hall (the former Police
building), Room 210. Classes are
taught by Fran Fortino and staff
assistants.
Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m.
March 25 to April 22
D
rupal is a powerful and flexible
web content management
system that lets users more easily
manage the content on their web
sites. UMass now provides a Drupalbased service and templates to
groups and departments hosting their
web sites on www.umass.edu. In this 5week class, you’ll learn basic Drupal to
navigate and develop your site,
including adding and editing pages,
changing the layout, adding image
Wondering which computer class to take? Contact Fran Fortino
([email protected]) for more information. Here are 2 sample paths:
Intro to Computers  Office Pro  Acrobat Pro
 Intro to EXCEL  Intermediate EXCEL
galleries, and building webforms. No
previous Drupal experience is required.
Tuesdays, 9 to 10:45 a.m.
February 10 to April 21
No class on March 17
O
vercome your fear of computers.
Start from scratch in this
beginner class and you’ll learn the basic
parts of a computer, how to buy one,
improve keyboarding skills, and create
simple documents. You’ll get a free
UMass email account and practice
sending email while keeping it secure.
We’ll also explore the wonders of the
World Wide Web, and search it to
find useful as well as fun information.
Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
February 10 to April 21
No class on March 17
U
Mass staff can now install MS
Office 2010 or 2013 Pro for
Windows on their home computers
(for $9.95) or free on work computers.
Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m.
February 11 to March 11
H
ave you ever wanted to wow your
family with a photo greeting card
you designed or impress your friends
with stunning
image effects?
If so, then join
us in this 5week beginner
class using the
fabulous
photo editing
software
Adobe
Photoshop. We will introduce you to
the essential Photoshop tools that you
can use to create amazing graphics with
photos, designs and logos. Topics
include an overview of common
crobat Pro, part of the Adobe
Creative Suite (available free for
UMass staff) allows users to easily make
PDFs, delete,
extract, reorder
or replace
pages in a PDF,
edit contents of
PDFs, and
more. In this 4session class,
you will learn how to use Acrobat Pro
tools to create, combine, and split PDF
files, to add, highlight and replace text,
and insert bookmarks, comments,
buttons and links. No previous
Acrobat Pro experience is required.
Thursdays, 9 to 10:45 a.m.
March 26 to April 23
B
uild on your knowledge of Excel
and learn more functions and
formatting tricks. This 5-week
intermediate Excel class will cover
more complex formulas and useful
functions, cell and conditional
formatting, charts and pivot tables.
You’ll learn how to format worksheets
effectively, use Excel functions like IF,
VLookup & Match, analyze
worksheets, and create pivot tables to
make your data easier to understand.
Prerequisite: basic knowledge of Excel.
COMPUTER CLASSES FOR
USA/MTA MEMBERS ONLY
Introduction to Drupal
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
February 11 to March 11
Advanced Word
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
March 25 to April 22
Classes meet in 210 Dickinson Hall
For information, contact the USA office
at 545-0165 or
[email protected].
Register online at
www.umass.edu/lmwep
UMass employees are eligible for
tuition waivers. Register early—space is
limited to 10 people who we are able
to get release time for.
—Fran Fortino, instructor
Our Next Steps classes go beyond
the basics, offering essential skills for
work and life. Classes can improve
your overall effectiveness, making
you more valuable in your present
job and positioning you for increased
responsibility, for moving up, or for
trying something new.
SKILLS FOR
SUPERVISING
Tuesdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Campus Center 904
March 24 to April 21
No class on April 7
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re you ready to take the next step
on your career ladder? Do you
want to grow your leadership skills?
This 4-session class will cover effective
communication, teamwork and
working with groups, problem solving,
managing conflict, and leadership
styles. You can use these skills in any
workplace, especially in jobs that
involve supervision, and they may help
you move your job and career goals
along. —Leslie Fraser, instructor
Monday,
March 16
7:45 a.m. to
2 p.m.
Holyoke
Community
College
I
nterested in a college education? Try
it out for free on Monday, March 16,
at Holyoke Community College. You
can take sample classes in: business,
forensic science/criminal justice,
electronic media/computers, health,
nursing, biology, culinary arts, and
more. Learn about admission options
and transition to college programs too.
Contact Leslie Fraser for an appointment:
545-1600 or [email protected]
C
ould you do almost anything if
you only knew what it was you
wanted to do? Do you know what
you’d like to do, but need help getting
there? Would you like some help with
work and education goals? Make an
appointment with Leslie Fraser.
CREATE YOUR OWN
CHARACTERS IN A UMASS
COLLABORATION
Tuesday, April 7, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Photo Lab 302
P
romoting events, writing copy for eblasts, delivering your department
news… what works?
—Leslie Fraser, instructor
In-depth courses about workplace
bullying and campus initiatives to
promote respectful workplaces
across UMass.
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Photo Lab 302
February 10 to March 17
us for a six-week writing class
Join
that explores the craft of writing—
techniques, tools, and writing
resources—while class members
collaborate on a creative
labor/management workplace story.
This could be our own mystery theater,
or a work of creative nonfiction that
weaves characters and story lines into a
campus bestseller. Who knows what
we’ll come up with? We’ll work on
character development, narrative,
dialogue, style, impact, and writing
with power—in a participatory writing
project that we’ll create together. We’re
counting on you to add your words to
our workplace wordplay.
—Leslie Fraser, instructor
Monday, March 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
210 Dickinson
D
on’t use texting shortcuts when
you email at work! This workshop
covers basic email etiquette,
correspondence, and responding to
questions using email.
—Leslie Fraser, instructor
I
n addition to the classes listed
below, Workplace Education is
working directly with AFSCME
Local 1776 and USA/MTA to
offer anti-bullying education to
union leaders and representatives.
Workplace Education and
Workplace Learning &
Development are working with
PSU/MTA to offer similar
workshops. We anticipate working
with GEO (the graduate students’
union) in the near future.
Friday, February 20, 2 to 4 p.m.,
Campus Center
Thursday, March 12, 10 a.m. to
12 p.m., Campus Center
Friday, April 3, 10 a.m. to 12
p.m., Campus Center
Thursday, May 14, 10 a.m. to 12
p.m., Campus Center
BECOMING AN ACTIVE BYSTANDER
Option 1: Thursdays, January 15,
January 22, and January 29;
10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Campus Center 917
Option 2: Thursdays, May 14 and
May 21; 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.,
Campus Center
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A
ll new faculty and staff need to
take an Anti-Bullying Workshop,
jointly offered by Labor/Management
Workplace Education and Workplace
Learning & Development. If you
missed the mandatory spring 2014
workshop about workplace bullying,
please sign up for this introductory
workshop. See the LMWE website,
www.umass.edu/lmwep, for more
information or call 545-6263.
Wednesday, April 9, 10 to 11:30 a.m.,
Campus Center
T
his workshop will explore how
workplace bullying is defined, and
what staff and faculty can do to
support a respectful and bully-free
workplace. Campus procedures and
resources for dealing with bullying will
be covered. This workshop is offered as
a more in-depth follow-up to the
mandatory Intro Anti-Bullying
Workshop.
—co-facilitated by
Amy Brodigan, LMWE,
and Margaret Arsenault, WLD
ave you seen behavior that hurts
or undermines other staff? Do
you want to help create a campus
community where everyone is
respected? Join us for a class that will
help you stop and change hurtful
behavior. Instead of being a passive
bystander—wondering what to say or
do—learn new skills for change and
empowerment and become an active
bystander. Co-taught by Leslie Fraser,
LMWE, and Chris MckenzieWillenbrock, WLD.
SESSION 2:
Thursday, April 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center 805
F
ind out how solar hot water systems
work and what state and federal
incentives are available for your home.
A two-collector solar hot water system
can provide 60-70% of the hot water
for a two- to four-person household.
New state rebates help reduce costs of a
two-collector solar hot water system to
about $2500 or less! Solar hot water
collectors can be matched up with
many different backup sources. A free
home site evaluation option is
included. Taught by technical staff from
Stiebel-Eltron in Hatfield, MA.
These three very popular
workshops will show you concrete
ways to save energy and money
with home retrofits and solar
energy options!
SESSION 3:
Thursday, April 23, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center 805
L
SESSION 1:
Thursday, April 2, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center 805
I
Register for classes online at
www.umass.edu/lmwep
upgrades to your home. Taught by
Peter Talmage, former Greenfield
Community College energy efficiency
instructor.
n this workshop, local energy
efficiency instructor Peter Talmage
will explain twelve different ways you
can lower your energy usage, cut your
utility bills, and help the environment.
Most are free or low-cost, while others
require some investment, including
heat pumps. All have very good returns
on your investment. You’ll also learn
where to find funds to do energy
earn how solar electric PV
(photovoltaic) systems work and
ways to make it affordable right now.
Solar electricity benefits include:
 Reduction or elimination of your
electric bill
 Increased resale value of your home,
but not your taxes
 30% federal tax credit on your PV
system
 $1000 state tax credit
 Cash rebates up to $3250
 Income through the sale of
Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs)
 25 year equipment warranty
 System payback within 5-7 years
A free home site evaluation is
included. Taught by staff from Northeast
Solar in Hatfield, MA.
SESSION 1:
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?
Thursdays, 12 to 1pm
February 12 to March 5
Campus Center 917
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any of us know what to do when
we get sick, but we’re not sure
about how to be—or stay—healthy.
We’ll learn about some of the wellness
programs that UMass, GIC plans, and
western Massachusetts have to offer.
We’ll work on “health coaching”—ways
to support our friends, co-workers, and
family in their quest for good health,
and tips for getting the support we
need for own wellbeing. We’ll also
learn some yoga and workplace
wellness exercises and explore online
wellness resources.
–Leslie Fraser and Alison Ozer,
instructors
LUNCHTIME WALKING GROUP
Mondays, 12 to 1pm
April 6 to May 4 (No class April 20)
Meet in front of the Recreation Center
U
Mass staff are encouraged to join
the Rec Center’s “Get Moving”
campaign by walking and talking once
a week for four weeks. While we walk,
we’ll learn about wellness topics and
plan strategies that will keep us moving
into fitness and better health. Learn
about what fitness programs the UMass
Campus Recreation Center has to
offer, and get information about their
pro-rated membership fees.
–Jill Isabelle
and Recreation Center Staff, instructors
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great opportunity to meet with
people who have changed jobs on
campus—hear what they did, and get
ideas from the employment office
about what you could do too. Yvonne
Campbell and Carmen Jimenez,
Employment Office, and a panel of UMass
employees. Thursday, March 26, 11:30
a.m. to 1 p.m., Campus Center 804
SESSION 2:
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his session will help you evaluate
your skills, review your résumé,
look at different résumé styles, and get
feedback on how to present yourself in
writing. We will also review cover
letters and thank-you correspondence
in the job search process. Bring your
résumé, if you have one. Leslie Fraser,
LMWEP Coordinator of Campus Career
Initiatives. Thursday, April 2, 11:30
a.m. to 1 p.m., Campus Center 804
SESSION 3:
Workshops that help you to
navigate the UMass workplace.
Sign up for one or more sessions.
C
urriculum focuses on improving
learners' communication skills.
Lessons are developed based on work
and home needs with an emphasis on
expanding vocabulary and improving
students’ command of basic English
grammar. — Kerrita Mayfield, instructor
Mondays & Wednesdays
February 9 to April 29, 1 to 3 p.m.
Photo Lab 302
T
his class will integrate intermediate
English and beginning computer
skills. In this class, you’ll continue to
work on English language skills as you
learn the basics of computer use. You
will learn how to use MS Windows and
Word to create documents, send and
N
ow that your résumé is ready to
go, we will practice interviewing
skills and tips for presenting yourself to
others. We’ll also learn about
networking, informational
interviewing, communicating, and
making connections—in person and
through social media. Leslie Fraser,
LMWEP Coordinator of Campus Career
Initiatives. Thursday, April 9, 11:30
a.m. to 1 p.m., Photo Lab 302
receive e-mail, and explore the
internet.
— Amy Brodigan, instructor
Mondays & Wednesdays
February 9 to April 29, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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Our English language classes help
Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Campus Center 804 & Photo Lab 302
March 26, April 2, April 9
Tuesdays & Thursdays
February 10 to April 30, 1 to 3 p.m.
Photo Lab 302
you develop your English language skills
by learning and practicing speaking,
reading, writing, and listening. Classes
are small, enabling lessons to be
individually designed to meet learners’
needs. Discussions focus on workplace
communication and U.S. culture.
Respect for all cultures is emphasized.
Tutorial support is available as needed
or desired.
his class is geared specifically for
employees of Berkshire and
Hampshire Dining Commons. It
integrates speaking and writing skills,
with a particular focus on the language
skills necessary for dietary workers.
— Kerrita Mayfield, instructor
Tuesdays & Thursdays
February 10 to April 30, 5 to 7 p.m.
T
his class is geared for night shift
maintainers in Custodial Services.
It integrates speaking and writing skills,
with a focus on the language skills and
vocabulary essential for maintainers.
— Sharon Feeney, instructor
Labor/Management
Please print clearly and complete fully. If registering via email, fill out and send as attachment to [email protected]
If form is handwritten, please fold and return to LMWE at 303 Goodell Building, or FAX us at 545-5426.
Date _______________________________________
Department ______________________________________
Name ______________________________________
Shift ____________________________________________
Campus Mailing Address and Phone________________________________________________________________
Home Phone ________________________________
Cell Phone _______________________________________
Best time to call _____________________________
Email (if available) _________________________________
Supervisor’s Name ___________________________
Supervisor’s Email _________________________________
Supervisor’s Campus Mailing Address_________________________________ Phone________________________
Check one of following:
□ AFSCME Unit □ USA/MTA Unit □ Professional Unit or Unit B □ Non-unit Classified
Spring 2015 Offerings
Computer Classes
Introduction to Computers
Introduction to MS Office Pro
Introduction to Drupal at UMass
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Acrobat Pro
Intermediate MS Excel
USA ONLY: Introduction to Drupal
USA ONLY: Advanced Word
Next Steps Classes
Leadership & Communication:
Skills for Supervising
College for a Day
Career and Education Advising
Who Done It?
Working on the Writing Craft
CHOOSE ONE Feb. 10 March 12 April 3 May 14
Please list your course choices:
1st choice_____________________
Exploring Bullying in the Workplace
Stopping Workplace Bullying
2nd choice ____________________
Green Your Home: Save Energy and Save $
3rd choice ____________________
CHOOSE ONE Jan. 15, 22, 29 OR May 14 and 21
Low-cost Home Energy Options and More
Solar Hot Water
Solar Electricity
Getting Healthy: What Do You Need to Know?
Get Moving UMass: Lunchtime Walking Group
 Working in the UMass System: Jobs & Careers
Questions? Please call 545-6263

Untapped Benefits
Writing at Work: Texting vs. Emailing
Writing at Work: How to Say It
For New Employees: Intro Anti-Bullying
Please check one of these boxes:
□ Supervisor’s signature here,
approving release time for class:
Moving Up: Employment Opportunities
Résumés and Cover Letters
Making a Good Impression: Interviewing & Networking
___________________________
Workplace English Classes
time for me to attend class.
 Workplace English: Beginning
 Workplace English: Intermediate & Computers
□ LMWE, please request release
□ I do not need release time.
Registration
also be done on our website. Or fill out this form and fax, mail, or email it as an attachment.
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Labor/Management Workplace Education Program
303 Goodell Building
140 Hicks Way
UMASS
USA/MTA
AFSCME
PSU/MTA