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Professional & Organizational Development (POD)

Ujima Donalson, director

Career Counseling
One-hour career counseling sessions are available for a fee to UW employees.

Certificate Program
Certificates in Fiscal Management, Human Resources Administration, and Supervisory Skills are equivalent to six months of experience in related areas when applying for UW positions

Faculty Grants Management Program (FGM)
FGM is a required training program for all Principal Investigators (PIs) with active, externally funded grants and contracts.

Leading Edge
This quarterly newsletter provides timely information and resources for UW leaders.

New Employee Orientation
Monthly in-person orientation to introduce new employees to UW's culture, key policies, and amenities, and to give them a chance to connect with other new employees.

Quarterly Courses
Dozens of training workshops are offered each quarter on a variety of topics, including communications, fiscal procedures, supervision, and human resources administration.

Special Programs & Events
POD offers special events throughout the year for leaders, administrative support staff, and other groups.

Strategic Leadership Program (SLP)
Centrally funded four-day workshop teaches supervisors how to be successful at the UW and provides them with a framework for achieving exceptional performance from staff members.

Tuition Exemption
POD administers this State of Washington program for the UW and has various forms and other resources.

University Consulting Alliance
More than 50 internal and external consultants provide expertise in organizational development, leadership and employee coaching, customized training, and other areas.

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