People want to use their abilities, connect with others and guide their own efforts. Research has shown that people share these three psychological needs: Competence, Relatedness and Autonomy. In this seminar leaders learn to create an environment that inspires superior performance by helping employees satisfy these basic needs.

Contact:
Will Fahey
518-276-2318

Date: Friday, October 31, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - This webinar is for instructors and TA's that would like to understand or have a refresher of the various ways to review their student course evaluations in HelioCampus. This webinar focuses on reviewing midterm course evaluations for instructors in the School of Engineering.

Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM - The Planning Your Condensed Course webinar is meant to assist instructors teaching in The Arch or short semester courses in planning and presenting their course material in innovative, effective, and carefully considered ways. In this webinar we will offer quick tips on best practices in condensing coursework. Please register using the Event URL in the See section of the calendar event.

As we prepare for our National First-Generation Student week November 3-7, the Office of Inclusive Excellence invites you to complete this short survey if you are a faculty or staff member who identifies—or has identified—as a first-generation college graduate- (defined as someone whose parent(s)/guardian(s) did not complete a four-year college degree).

Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Learn to lead from every aspect of an organization with a real-world MBA experience. Prepare to lead the most dynamic and innovative organizations. Engage, involve, motivate, and lead others to reach their fullest potential.  Join RPI at Work Dean Aric Krause, Ph. D.,  as he reviews this innovative project-based, online MBA for professionals program. Please register to receive login details to join this virtual event

Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - In this seminar, Managers and Supervisors will learn from each other and our Facilitators about important topics such as the Employee Value Proposition and Employee Experience, the six fundamental Leadership competencies at Rensselaer, and experience a “day in the life” of a Supervisor. In addition, the importance of managing employee performance, providing both rewards and recognition, employment law fundamentals and tools for building team capacity will be explored.

Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 (all day) - Letters of Recommendation for the NSF GRFP are due November 7th, BEFORE student application deadlines. All student applications should be reviewed by Betty Madigan to check for compliance with the NEW formatting requirements. Send statements at least a week before the deadline. Additionally, a faculty guide for writing letters of recommendation is available upon request. Requests for information and reviews should be sent to madige@rpi.edu.

The Rensselaer Collegiate Store will have a Faculty & Staff Appreciation Day on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. 25% Off select Drinkware*. Free gift with the purchase of $75 or more of clothing / gift (pre tax or any discounts). Available In store only, while supplies last on day of event. RPI employees enjoy a 10% discount on clothing/gift purchases (not including already discounted merchandise) when presenting their RPI ID at time of purchase. *Some exclusions apply. See store for details.

Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Discover how to make the most of your Meeting Owl! Whether your department already has an Owl or you're considering one, this hands-on workshop will walk you through everything you need to know — from setup and placement to an overview of benefits and key features like 360° video, automatic speaker tracking, and pairing devices. Please register using the Event URL in the See section of the calendar event.