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01
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Use Video Effectively in Teaching

Workshop/Training

This workshop will help you enhance your teaching with video.

9:00 am - 10:00 am | Online/Virtual |
01
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Digital Badging Using Canvas Credentials (previously Badgr)

Workshop/Training

Digital badges are sometimes called microcredentials. They can be awarded to students for various accomplishments and then shared by students on social media and elsewhere as an indicator of their accomplishment or competence. Canvas has an integrated digital badging tool called Canvas Credentials (previously called Badgr). This workshop addresses how to create, award, and track digital badges.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
01
Feb

Lunch & Learn - How to Budget as a Family

Workshop/Training

USU Be Well and Extension's Empowering Financial Wellness Program present a lunch and learn on budgeting as a family. Oftentimes, money is considered a taboo topic or hard to talk about subject, especially with children. We want to teach them about the value of saving, practicing good financial habits and involve them in the family budget, especially if you grew up in a household where money matters weren't discussed. Join us for some tips and tools to help you get the whole family involved in the money conversation, even the kids. And you don’t have to be a finance expert to be successful with these tips and tools!! Join us to learn about setting money goals as a family, ways kids can learn about money at different ages and stages of their education and tips to get kids motivated to learn about money and budgeting.

*Presentation will be recorded. Attendance and participation in this event qualify as an activity for the Be Well Rewards program.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
01
Feb

How to Facilitate Successful Group Work in Online Classes

Workshop/Training | Sparkshops

In this Sparkshop you will learn best practices, as well as how to avoid common pitfalls, in online group work. We will share ideas for how and when to use groups, how to manage them as an instructor, and how you can cut down on your work while getting added benefits for your students.

1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Online/Virtual |
01
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Advanced Zoom

Workshop/Training

Learn about advanced Zoom options, such as breakout rooms, polls, and using multiple monitors.

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
05
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Publishing Open Textbooks with Pressbooks

Workshop/Training

Pressbooks is an open e-book authoring and publishing platform available to USU teachers and students. It integrates with Canvas and allows teachers and students to discover, use, and adapt existing open educational content or author and publish new content. Learn how to use and create Pressbooks content for your course.

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
06
Feb

Retirement Education Week

Workshop/Training

Whether you are just beginning to plan for your retirement future or are nearing a retirement date, this event aims to support you in your planning. Being informed about retirement planning is crucial for us all, and this event can help you in making well-informed decisions about your retirement planning journey. All presentations are virtual, via zoom. One-on-one meetings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions will not be recorded due to vendor restrictions.

9:00 am - 11:00 am |
07
Feb

Retirement Education Week

Workshop/Training

Whether you are just beginning to plan for your retirement future or are nearing a retirement date, this event aims to support you in your planning. Being informed about retirement planning is crucial for us all, and this event can help you in making well-informed decisions about your retirement planning journey. All presentations are virtual, via zoom. One-on-one meetings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions will not be recorded due to vendor restrictions.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
07
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Creating Usable, Accessible Courses

Workshop/Training

Learn quick and easy practical tips to make sure your content more usable and easy to learn for the students in your course. In this workshop we will go over how to 1) get rid of extra content and simplify navigation, 2) get rid of broken links and make sure your content is published, 3) embed and caption your videos to make them more usable for everyone, and 4) provide content in user-friendly formats that work well on mobile devices.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
07
Feb

ORCID Workshop for Researchers

Workshop/Training

Getting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding, publishing, and research reporting workflows. Funding organizations, publishers, and research institutions are increasingly requiring or asking for ORCID iDs from researchers, so this workshop will help you make sure you are ahead of the game. Be sure to register: https://lyrasis.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdOusqj8vH9dfvkkIbZlbylSSJzy2yN13#/registration

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm | USU Libraries |
07
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Managing and Editing Lecture Recordings

Workshop/Training

With all the recordings you have probably been creating lately, your MyMedia account may be in need of some attention. This workshop will take you through the first steps to becoming a media master: learn how to tag and add descriptions to your recordings to make them more easily searchable, discover the power of playlists, and become familiar with the basic editing tools that are available through MyMedia.

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
08
Feb

Retirement Education Week

Workshop/Training

Whether you are just beginning to plan for your retirement future or are nearing a retirement date, this event aims to support you in your planning. Being informed about retirement planning is crucial for us all, and this event can help you in making well-informed decisions about your retirement planning journey. All presentations are virtual, via zoom. One-on-one meetings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Sessions will not be recorded due to vendor restrictions.

9:00 am - 11:00 am |
08
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Running Secure Exams in Canvas

Workshop/Training

This workshop addresses how to create exams in Canvas, plus tools and methods for protecting quiz content and ensuring academic integrity when in-person proctoring isn't an option. (Includes discussion of Proctorio, question banks, time limits, question design, and more.)

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
08
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Designing Assessment for Learning

Workshop/Training

This workshop will help you create or re-design assessment to align with your overall course goals.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
08
Feb

Aetna Webinar – Being Your Best Self: Self-Esteem in Adults

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. Even as grown-ups, feeling confident and secure inside can be a challenge at times. Join this webinar to learn: -What self-esteem is and where it comes from -Tips to improve how you feel about you

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
09
Feb

Retirement Education Week

Workshop/Training

This is the last day of Retirement Education Week that has been reserved for one-on-one meetings with retirement experts. If there aren't any open spots available for a meeting, schedule something on another day. This an opportunity that is always available.

9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
12
Feb

Love Data Week at USU: Organizing Your Data and Files

Workshop/Training

USU Libraries invites students and faculty to immerse themselves in the realm of data during Love Data Week, running from February 12 to 16, 2024. The library will host a series of on-campus events, complemented by a diverse array of online offerings from institutions across the country. Gather with peers to watch these virtual events together, engage in discussion and share ideas on how to apply what you’ve learned to your own work. Rather watch these webinars solo? You can register to attend via Zoom!

10:00 am - 11:00 am | USU Libraries |
13
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Advanced Lecture Recording: Real-time Audio/Video Mixing with OBS Studio

Workshop/Training

Learn to actively switch from camera to desktop (or both) as you record your lecture from your home or office. Incorporate motion graphics and more without a lot of post-production editing. This workshop focuses on using Open Broadcaster Software (OBS Studio), a free program for video recording and live streaming, create more professional lectures.

9:00 am - 10:00 am | Online/Virtual |
13
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Running Secure Exams in Canvas

Workshop/Training

This workshop addresses how to create exams in Canvas, plus tools and methods for protecting quiz content and ensuring academic integrity when in-person proctoring isn't an option. (Includes discussion of Proctorio, question banks, time limits, question design, and more.)

9:00 am - 10:00 am | Online/Virtual |
13
Feb

Front & Center Webinar "General Education at Utah State University

Workshop/Training

Utah State University is offering the General Education Certificate of Completion (GECC) to all Utah State University students who earn the certificate. This session will describe the purpose of the GECC, the processes that will award the certificate, and existing general education recognition that will sunset (Letter of Completion, Interstate Passport). In addition, presenters will inform the campus community of changes to General Education courses for the 2024-2025 catalog. Finally, a short training on updates to the General Education Petition for academic advisors will be provided.

10:00 am - 11:00 am | Online/Virtual |
13
Feb

AI love my data: A workshop on using generative AI tools for research data management

Workshop/Training

USU Libraries invites students and faculty to immerse themselves in the realm of data during Love Data Week, running from February 12 to 16, 2024. The library will host a series of on-campus events, complemented by a diverse array of online offerings from institutions across the country. Gather with peers to watch these virtual events together, engage in discussion and share ideas on how to apply what you’ve learned to your own work. Rather watch these webinars solo? You can register to attend via Zoom!

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | USU Libraries |
14
Feb

Love Data Week: Introduction to Tableau for Data Visualizations

Workshop/Training

USU Libraries invites students and faculty to immerse themselves in the realm of data during Love Data Week, running from February 12 to 16, 2024. The library will host a series of on-campus events, complemented by a diverse array of online offerings from institutions across the country. Gather with peers to watch these virtual events together, engage in discussion and share ideas on how to apply what you’ve learned to your own work. Rather watch these webinars solo? You can register to attend via Zoom!

10:00 am - 11:00 am | USU Libraries |
15
Feb

Aetna Webinar – Caregiving: The Personal Price, Challenges and Rewards

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. Caring for another person – whether a relative, spouse, partner or friend – can be physically and emotionally draining. It also offers benefits and rewards. In this webinar we'll discuss caregiving and provide tips to help you balance caregiving and your overall wellbeing.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
15
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Teaching Classes in Zoom

Workshop/Training

Learn how to plan, begin, and successfully teach a class over Zoom. This workshop focuses less on Zoom functionality and more on teaching strategies for keeping students engaged and minimizing distractions when teaching in real-time, remotely.

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
15
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Introduction to Social Annotation with Hypothes.is

Workshop/Training

This workshop will share how teachers are using annotation-powered reading to help students develop foundational academic skills like deep reading and persuasive writing.

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
16
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Digital Badging Using Canvas Credentials (previously Badgr)

Workshop/Training

Digital badges are sometimes called microcredentials. They can be awarded to students for various accomplishments and then shared by students on social media and elsewhere as an indicator of their accomplishment or competence. Canvas has an integrated digital badging tool called Canvas Credentials (previously called Badgr). This workshop addresses how to create, award, and track digital badges.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
19
Feb

CIDI Workshop - New Quizzes in Canvas

Workshop/Training

Learn how to leverage New Quizzes in Canvas to create a more dynamic assessment experience. This workshop will include New Quizzes creation, question types, settings, moderating, and editing. Changes to the workshop curriculum can be made based on instructor experience.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
20
Feb

CIDI Workshop - How to Quickly Create a Beautiful Canvas Course

Workshop/Training

Design Tools for Canvas allows you to rapidly stylize and build out your Canvas course, allowing you to focus more time on planning engaging content and learning activities in your course.

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
20
Feb

Health & Wellness Expo: Basic Awareness Defensive Action (BADA)

Workshop/Training

Come and learn general information for basic self defense and awareness in this free class provided by Campus Recreation. Depending on class size, we may get out pads and show some of the basic moves for self defense. Pre-registration is required and limited to the first 30 people. The Health and Wellness Expo is sponsored by USU Be Well, Student Health and Wellness, and Campus Recreation.

4:00 pm - 4:50 pm | Aggie Recreation Center (ARC) |
21
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Getting Started With Canvas

Workshop/Training

This workshop covers signing in, creating assignments and setting up the gradebook, using modules, pages, and files, and updating profile and notification settings. Topics are subject to change based on the experience of attendees and what is needed.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
21
Feb

LGBT+ Allies on Campus Training

Workshop/Training

In this fast pace two hour training, participants will learn about microaggressions, terminology, and key issues that impact the LGBT+ community. Participants will have the opportunity to sign an allies pledge and receive an ally sticker. Registration is required to receive the zoom link.

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
21
Feb

Conjuring Ghost Towns An Evening with Helper Poet Laureate

Workshop/Training

Join Olivia Dudding Rodriguez, the Poet Laureate of Helper, UT, for a poetry reading and community writing workshop that explores the hidden histories of rural places and our imagination. Snacks.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Utah State University Eastern Campus |
22
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Editing 2+ Courses in one Place with Canvas Blueprints

Workshop/Training

Canvas allows a teacher to create a "blueprint" course, where updates can be made just once and then synced to several associated courses. This can greatly ease the management of multiple versions of the same class. This workshop shows how to use and effectively manage blueprint courses.

9:00 am - 10:00 am | Online/Virtual |
22
Feb

Aetna Webinar – Giving the Gift of Forgiveness

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. What happens when you are harmed, hurt, or offended? Learn what forgiveness is and what it is not. We will also discuss the personal benefits of forgiving and the steps you can take to forgive someone and yourself.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
22
Feb

Weber County Extension - How to Manage Your Mind

Workshop/Training | Home, Family, and Food

Come explore how your mind works and learn tips and tricks to increase your confidence, self-image, and better reach your goals. Whether you're playing a sport, performing music, giving a presentation, or facing every-day challenges, this workshop will help you live your best life.

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
23
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Managing and Editing Lecture Recordings

Workshop/Training

With all the recordings you have probably been creating lately, your MyMedia account may be in need of some attention. This workshop will take you through the first steps to becoming a media master: learn how to tag and add descriptions to your recordings to make them more easily searchable, discover the power of playlists, and become familiar with the basic editing tools that are available through MyMedia.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
23
Feb

Weber County 4-H Favorite Foods Contest

Workshop/Training | Utah 4-H and Youth

Contestants will be judged on their selection, knowledge and presentation of a favorite food. Be prepared to discuss your favorite food – why it’s your favorite, where you got the recipe, any special techniques used while preparing it, and anything you’d like to share about your favorite food. Come prepared to display your favorite food which was prepared beforehand and provide samples to the judges to taste. Enter as a team of 2 or individual.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
26
Feb

CIDI Workshop - New Quizzes in Canvas

Workshop/Training

Learn how to leverage New Quizzes in Canvas to create a more dynamic assessment experience. This workshop will include New Quizzes creation, question types, settings, moderating, and editing. Changes to the workshop curriculum can be made based on instructor experience.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
26
Feb

Maker's Loft Workshop: Creating Buttons Using Online Tools

Workshop/Training

Learn the basics of designing, adding color, images, and text into button templates using free online tools, then learn how to make your creations come to life using the new button making equipment at the Maker's Loft. Bring your own laptop or other device to follow along!

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Utah State University Eastern Campus |
27
Feb

Front & Center Webinar "Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)

Workshop/Training

The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) program at USU is a training program that prepares college students to become officers in the United States Air Force and Space Force. Students work with Detachment 860 to qualify for a commission as an officer in the Air Force or Space Force, while simultaneously completing their university undergraduate degree requirements. This session will provide program requirements and information to support students in the AFROTC program.

10:00 am - 11:00 am | Online/Virtual |
27
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Introduction to Social Annotation with Hypothes.is

Workshop/Training

This workshop will share how teachers are using annotation-powered reading to help students develop foundational academic skills like deep reading and persuasive writing.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
27
Feb

Trans Allies on Campus Training

Workshop/Training

Trans/Nonbinary Allies on Campus aims to increase awareness and understanding of our trans/nonbinary community and further understand specific trans/nonbinary issues while training participants to stand with, and advocate for trans/nonbinary individuals. Participants will gain a basic understanding of sex, sexuality, and gender and how these concepts perpetuate microaggressions, discrimination policies, and daily biases. Prepare to dispel some common myths, laugh, and leave with the understanding that there is much work to be done in our community and you are part of the solution. Registration is required to receive the zoom link.

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
27
Feb

Aetna Webinar – Love, Loss and What You Can Learn

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. This webinar is intended to help you understand grief so you can cope a little better. Join to learn about: * The grief process * Healthy coping skills * How to hold space for your grief

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
28
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Advanced Zoom

Workshop/Training

Learn about advanced Zoom options, such as breakout rooms, polls, and using multiple monitors.

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
29
Feb

CIDI Workshop - Enhance your Canvas Course with Design Plus

Workshop/Training

USU Design Tools is now Design Plus. This new version of the popular formatting tools for Canvas makes it easy to add a consistent look and feel to your course and enhance the visual appeal of the homepage, content pages, and assignments. You can improve the look of tables, add borders to pictures, insert dividing lines on pages, and much more!

9:00 am - 10:00 am | Online/Virtual |
29
Feb

Lunch & Learn - Tips For Improving Sleep

Workshop/Training

USU Be Well and Extension professor, Aaron Hunt, present a lunch and learn on tips to improve your sleep. This session will provide an overview of the importance of sleep for optimal health as well as a summary of the key drivers for poor sleep in our current work and home environments. In addition, we will discuss practical tips to implement to improve the quantity and quality of sleep. The information provide will be useful for adults, youth, and children to improve overall health and wellness. *Presentation will be recorded. Attendance and participation in this event qualify as an activity for the Be Well Rewards program.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
29
Feb

Using Bloom's Taxonomy to Craft Better Questions to Engage Students

Workshop/Training | Sparkshops

Have you wondered about how you can encourage students to engage with your material at a deeper level? Have you heard of Bloom Taxonomy, but maybe it’s been a while? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, join us for this Sparkshop. In this Sparkshop we will explore the revised version of Bloom’s Taxonomy (2001) and investigate how it can guide you in crafting deeper discussion questions. Spoiler alert, the authors of the revised taxonomy have done much of the work for us already.

1:00 pm - 1:45 pm | Online/Virtual |
29
Feb

Weber County 4-H Cupcake Wars

Workshop/Training | Utah 4-H and Youth

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6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
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