Wellesley College supports the development of self and others as one of the cornerstones of the Valuing Work @ Wellesley program. As a result, staff members are expected to participate in career development activities, which include skills training and/or professional development.

It is the joint responsibility of the employee and manager to ensure that staff are taking advantage of opportunities for continuous learning that apply to their jobs.

Human Resource Offerings

Each year, a series of in-house programs are offered by Human Resources to support employees in their roles, especially those in supervisory positions. The Human Resources Office also offers individual and departmental coaching to both managers and employees. Managers should let Human Resources know what programs would be most helpful to them and their staff.

Wellesley College Human Resources Program Schedule Fall 2007 - Spring 2008 :

Date and Time          Program Information          Facilitator            Location

Apr. 28 2008                 Blood Pressure Screening and       Harard Pilgrim           Tishman Commons
12:30 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.     Body Composition Analysis          Health Care
                                    and Nutrition Counseling              Wellness Programs

Apr. 28 2008                 Retirement Planning Workshop     Human Resources      College Club
5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.       with Dave Carboni
                                    * By Invitation Only

Apr. 29 2008                 Brown Bag                                 Human Resources     Library Lecture Room
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.   Preparing for Your
                                    Performance Evaluation

Apr. 30 2008                 Retirement Planning Workshop     Human Resources      College Club
5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.       with Dave Carboni
                                    * By Invitation Only      

May 1 2008                   TIAA-CREF Financial Education    TIAA-CREF             Academic Council Room,
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.     Seminars: Staying on Track                                        Green Hall
                                     During a Market Turndown                

May 1 2008                   Retirement Planning Workshop     Human Resources      College Club
5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.       with Dave Carboni
                                    * By Invitation Only       

May 7 2008                   Celebrating 65:                            Harvard Pilgrim          LCW 413
3:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.       Medicare/Medigap Presentation

Watch for detailed information closer to the dates the program is offered.

Registration: Email Sandra Murga at smurgazu@wellesley.edu or call her at X 3202

NOTE: There is no need to register for any of the Trading Spaces listings.  Please drop by.

All of the programs listed are offered through the Wellesley College Human Resources Department.

Boston Consortium Training and Development Opportunities

The Human Resources effort is strengthened by the offerings provided through The Boston Consortium Training Collaborative and funded through the Human Resources Department. The offerings through the Consortium provide employees with the training they need to succeed in their work while affording opportunities to network with colleagues from other area institutions. Course catalogs are issued three times a year; fall, winter and summer. Hard copies are sent to managers and supervisors and can also be viewed on the Boston Consortium Website. The 2007/2008 schedule is now available.

Register now for training opportunities available to Wellesley College and other Boston Consortium members. Please note registration and eligibility information, as well as the cancellation policy for classes.

Please note: Space is limited so please act quickly. To register please contact the Human Resources Office Coordinator, Sandra Murga-Zuniga, at X 3202, or email at smurgazu@wellesley.edu. Enrollment will require supervisory authorization. We will keep a waiting list if necessary. Anyone on the waiting list may receive short notice of availability. If you or your employee enroll and do not attend, your department will be charged for the full cost of the program.

All TBC classes will need pre-approval from Kathy Stewart, Deputy Director of HR, in order for HR to provide funding for the class. If your department is providing funding, prior approval is not neccesary.


Information Services Offerings

Information Services offers a wide variety of web-based technology training for all students, faculty and staff.

*The Element K training method allows an employee to take a course at their own pace from any computer that can use a web browser to connect to the internet.

*Software training classes are provided to the College community.

*Deskside coaching provides employees with individualized training on a variety of topics.

Additional information, schedules and registrations can be accessed on the Information Services Website.