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Microsoft teams voice   

We will have Microsoft Teams Voice by March 2.

Microsoft Teams has proven to be a valuable tool for collaborating with peers and colleagues and for staying connected in real time. We are confident that Microsoft Teams Voice not only meets but exceeds expectations for effective call management while giving you anytime, anywhere access to your Utah Valley University assigned phone number.

Check out three features we think might be important to you!

• Hold & Transfer - Robust call management features make it easy to transfer calls to others. Want to prep someone before transferring a call? Take advantage of the Consult then transfer option for smooth and efficient transfers.
• Call Answering Rules - Call forwarding, simultaneous rings, call groups with ordered ringing, and more are available through Microsoft Teams Voice. You can personalize your phone experience according to your needs.
• Ringtones by Call Type - Do you support another user by making or receiving calls on their behalf? Does someone forward their calls to you? Teams Voice allows specialized ringtones for direct, delegated, and forwarded calls.

Reminder: Learning resources are available here for you to start getting prepared for the Teams Voice migration. Look through the training videos and quick reference guides to address your questions!

If you experience any issues or have additional questions about Teams, please reach out to the UVU Service Desk.

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UHESA Professional Development - March 2 at noon

Did you know that as part of PACE you are also part of a state organization representing staff interests across the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE)? If not, now you do! UHESA (Utah Higher Education Staff Association) is delighted to bring you the first-ever UHESA Professional Development Workshop.

Work / Life Balance

An honest conversation about creating a life with “balance” in our (almost) post-pandemic world. Real examples, practical strategies, and finding what fits you in this age and stage.

About Our Presenter

Dr. Tara Ivie is the Associate Vice President of Inclusive Excellence at Utah Valley University. Her professional history includes work in the tech and hospitality industries, civilian employment for the U.S. military, and more than 16 years in higher education. Tara has been trying to find and keep balance in her own life for more than 20 years amidst the changing needs of her jobs, education, family, community, and well-being.

Mark your calendars for this free professional development opportunity!

Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm

Via Zoom; pre-register to get the link!

Register for the UHESA Professional Development Event

Performance Management Trainings and New Staff Competencies

Beginning February 2022, UVU will be offering multiple virtual and in-person classes on new performance development processes.

The classes will introduce new staff competencies that will take effect July 2022 with proficiency evaluations beginning March 2023. A link to the new competencies will be coming soon.

We encourage all UVU staff to register for a class at UVULearn.

HR Annual Compliance Trainings

All employees are required to complete these  training courses at least once each year: Title IX and Sexual Harassment, UVU FERPA Training, Workplace Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and UVU Cybersecurity Training. The deadline to complete these five courses is Monday, February 28, 2022. 

Summer University Call for Proposals

The Summer University Planning Committee is seeking presentation proposals for Summer University on May 16-18, 2022. For more information, see the Summer University website.

If you are interested in presenting, submit your proposal HERE by Friday, March 11, 2022. If you have questions, contact R.J. Willing.

UBUG Registration open

The Utah Banner Users Group (UBUG) conference website is live and registration is now open. UBUG will be hosted at Utah State University on May 13, 2022, in the Eccles Conference Center. Conference information including links to registration, schedule/track details, and local accommodations can be found at: https://www.usu.edu/ubug.

Talk to your supervisor if you are interested in attending and/or presenting. At this time, we are not allowing overnight stays (hotel); it will be a one-day trip out and back to Logan. (You will get reimbursed for mileage.)