Registration is open to attend our upcoming Fireside Chats. Join us as we kick off our series of Fireside Chats organized by HR at BC Don’t miss out on this chance to boost your skills and productivity!
More Information:
Engage in a relaxed yet informative discussion with guest speakers who are experts in tools crucial to our daily work. Guided by a moderator, these laid-back interviews will showcase our “Power Users” – BC staff proficient in using essential tools like 25 Live, Excel, and Qualtrics. Get practical tips and valuable insights to make the most of these resources as Power Users share their expertise and explore how these tools benefit our college.
Why You Should Attend & Speakers:
25 Live: 25Live, powered by CollegeNET, is widely adopted by higher education institutions, including BC, as the go-to scheduling software for meetings, events, and classes. With its intuitive online interface, users can easily search for, request, or book locations and resources. Join us as we explore the 25Live dashboard, learn to complete event forms for basic requests, and manage event details. Gain valuable insights and tips to address common user queries efficiently.
Guest Speakers:
Nadescha Bunje joined BC in spring 2020 and currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Administrative Services. Additionally, Nadescha holds the role of system administrator for 25Live, the preferred platform for event planning and coordination at Bellevue College. With her expertise, Nadescha assists end-users in navigating the intricacies of 25Live, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Shawna Hickey serves as the Events Manager at BC, having joined the institution in September 2023. Drawing from her extensive experience as the former Director of Catering for a prominent local company, Shawna brings a wealth of expertise to elevate your events. She has developed a streamlined process to guarantee the success of your upcoming gatherings at BC.
Qualtrics: Discover how Qualtrics can transform your survey data collection process and elevate academic success. In this interactive session, you will learn how to harness Qualtrics effectively and securely to increase response rates, refine survey design, and optimize distribution methods. With Qualtrics, clear communication and seamless design is within reach, empowering you to gather invaluable insights effortlessly. Explore the nuances of Qualtrics software, including strategies for customizing surveys and addressing accessibility concerns for mobile and disabled users. Our Power User will provide practical tips and effective workarounds to ensure smooth survey administration.
Guest Speaker: Arseniy Minasov joined BC’s Department of Efficiency, Research, and Analytics in May 2023. With previous academic research experience focusing on nature’s health benefits, he now serves as the college’s Survey and Evaluations Manager. Arseniy’s expertise lies in utilizing Qualtrics, the college’s main survey platform, ensuring surveys are efficiently managed and preserved. With a background where Qualtrics was central to survey distribution and data collection, Arseniy offers valuable insights into maximizing its potential.
Excel: Unlock the full potential of Excel with our training program! Excel is renowned for its powerful data analysis and manipulation capabilities, simplifying complex tasks. Learn how to create compelling visual representations and generate insightful data reports effortlessly. Dive into pivot tables for streamlined summarization and leverage Excel’s Slicers feature for intuitive data filtering. Customize your spreadsheets with colors, fonts, functions, and charts to highlight critical information effectively. Join us and learn from our expert on how you can take your Excel skills to the next level!
Guest Speaker: Zorica Wacker, an expert with three decades of experience integrating Excel into her consulting and teaching activities. Over the last 25 years, she has been dedicated to teaching Excel and business analysis software, catering to learners of all levels.
Topic Information, Dates, Time, Location:
– 25 Live: Monday, May 13, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Location: MS Teams
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Register by Thursday, May 9
– Qualtrics: Tuesday, May 21st, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Location: MS Teams
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Register by Friday, May 17
– Excel: Monday, June 3rd, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Location: MS Teams
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Register by Thursday, May 30
What the Session Will Look Like
– Introductions
– Interview
– Q&A
– Resources
For more information, visit the Fireside Chat page. Please email training@bellevuecollege.edu for questions!
Last Updated April 24, 2024