Women of the U: Changing the rules, impacting lives!
Aug. 26, at 11 a.m.
Deploying a winning market entry strategy, understanding and capturing sufficient market share, and securing financing are critical factors in achieving and sustaining business success. Join the University Alumni Association to learn how three innovative, pioneering, entrepreneurial Women of the U achieve success, change the rules, and expand access to the arena, while positively impacting lives. Register to attend.
Register for an emergency preparedness virtual training session.
Multiple dates.
The University’s Office of Emergency Management is offering active shooter response training and hurricane preparedness courses online from now through November. University students and faculty and staff members can register to attend one or both training sessions, which include important information on personal preparedness and response to emergency situations. The first session for the hurricane preparedness course is on Friday, Aug. 27, at 12 p.m., while the first active shooter response session will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. Register for the training sessions on events.miami.edu by typing the name of the training in the search box, selecting the date that works best, and clicking “register.” Employees will receive credit on their ULearn transcript for participating and those enrolled in the Well ’Canes Incentives program can earn points for attending a session. Contact oem@miami.edu to book a private class for a specific University group.
Review your responsibilities during a declared emergency.
Available now!
In the event of a declared emergency, it is the responsibility of the University to ensure the continued operation of critical functions. As per the Declared Emergency, Employee Responsibilities, and Compensation Policy, the University may alter or suspend normal operations as a result of a pending or existing emergency which may impact one or more University campuses/locations. University employees should be familiar with their responsibilities during an emergency and should continue to perform their job functions remotely, whenever possible, during a pause in University operations or an emergency closure of the campus(es).
Additionally, all departments, centers, and programs are responsible for creating and maintaining a continuity plan consistent with the guidelines set forth by the University. Visit prepare.miami.edu/uready for more information.
Keep your financial goals on track with TIAA.
Multiple dates in August.
From money management to retirement preparation, it’s always a good time to learn about your retirement options and access tools and resources available through TIAA. Explore a list of webinars this month, which will cover a number of topics including saving strategies, income options in retirement, and making gifts to loved ones and charities. Reserve your spot and find previously recorded presentations at TIAA.org/webinars.
Submit your Pride T-shirt design.
By Aug. 27.
University faculty and staff members and students are invited to show their pride by submitting a design for the 2021 LGBTQ Student Center’s Pride T-shirt, which is to be worn by participants during the Miami Beach Pride Parade on Sept.19. Designs should be submitted to lqbtq@miami.edu by Aug. 27. Learn more about participating in Miami Beach Pride 2021 with the University of Miami.
