Workforce Development

Change is constant. Strong leadership is what makes a difference.🌟 In our latest Mid-Level Leadership session, we focused on leading through volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). Our leaders learned how to assess readiness, handle resistance, and keep things moving during times of change. Thank you to Dr. Robert Stephens as always and to our guest speaker Lorelee Isbell, Vice President for Strategy and External Relations at Harrisburg University. 📅Our final Mid-Level Leadership session on AI is coming next month; we'd love to see you there!

Data → Insights → Action 📈 Earlier this month, our Mid-Level Leadership participants explored data-driven leadership and how to turn workplace data into meaningful action by leveraging data, applying key metrics, and translating insights into actions that drive stronger performance across organizations. 👏 Special thanks to Dr. Robert Stephens and guest speaker Jesse McCree for sharing their expertise with our mid-level leaders! Our next session on Leading Change will be held on Friday April 10th, sign up now before all slots are full! https://lnkd.in/gWy6Z9Ab

Don’t lose your momentum this summer!☀️ Stay on track or get ahead with courses designed to fit into your schedule. 👉Graduate registration is OPEN NOW 👉Undergraduate registration opens Monday, March 30 Explore your options and register today! https://lnkd.in/eYDJHHAY

Open spots available in our Frontline Leadership Credentialing Program! Grounded in real workplace needs, this program is designed to support frontline employees and new supervisors as they build strong leadership habits and grow into confident, adaptable team leaders. 📅 Spring 2026 enrollment is open now 🔗 Register your employees today! Link to register: https://lnkd.in/gFij2nhr

It was an honor to host the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection team for another customized professional development training! Thank you to Dr. Carrie Vioral Sipes for partnering with us to deliver an excellent training session. Interested in customized workforce training for your team? We will work with you to design a specialized program for your employees to meet the particular needs of your organization. For more information about customized workforce training visit https://lnkd.in/dFVGxDuG

Our Mid-Level Leadership module on leading others came to a close with a strong session on partnering across teams 🤝 Dr. Robert Stephens led a great conversation with a group of mid-level managers on collaboration, trust, and navigating complexity in the workplace. Our guest leader, Lee Halula, retired Vice President of Sales and Category Management at Karns Foods, shared his professional expertise and experiences with our attendees. Thank you to participants from Land O’Lakes, the Department of Environmental Protection, and Members 1st for bringing positive energy to our discussions and activities! ✨The final module of our Mid-Level Leadership Series begins February 6th! Check out the details here: https://lnkd.in/gs7bru83

The Office of Workforce Development hopes the new year finds each of you well. To help you reach your professional goals and/or develop the professionals within your sphere of influence we are offering two training opportunities that have received excellent feedback from past participants. The spring cohorts of the Frontline Leadership program will begin in February. The Wednesday cohort is open with the potential of opening a second cohort on Thursdays if needed. This program is designed for new and emerging leaders and provides training on key skills required to successfully lead a team. https://lnkd.in/emsi_eRi An open session of the Six Thinking Hats technique is scheduled for February 12, 2026. Introduce your team members to a critical thinking tool that increases innovation and productivity for teams and individuals. If this date doesn't work for your team, consider scheduling a session for your group separately. https://lnkd.in/eusMkX3b Message me if you have any questions about either of these excellent programs. I hope to see you there!

🚨 New Program Alert! 🚨 The Office of Workforce Development is excited to offer a self-paced resume building program designed to showcase your skills. Perfect for students, recent grads, or anyone ready to make a career move! ✅ Learn at your own pace ✅ Build skills to impress employers ✅ Available in English and Spanish ✅ Free for everyone Check out our website to find out more about this program and start building your future today! PS: Your dream job starts with a great resume!!💼 #CareerPrep #ResumeBuilder #FreeResources #SelfPacedLearning #ShippensburgUniversity #ShipOWD Shippensburg University was awarded a $275,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration in support of its South-Central Career Development and Readiness Initiative. Parts of this program are supported by federal funds.

The holidays are almost here! 🎄✨ We’ll be taking a short break to celebrate—our office will be closed on Christmas day and through the New Year, reopening January 2, 2026. Thank you for an amazing year! Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season!❤️ #HappyHolidays #ShipOWD #ShippensburgUniversity #WinterBreak #HolidaySeason

First impressions matter and so does every interaction that follows. The final suggested module package of the Workplace Excellence Training Series helps employees strengthen how they communicate, present themselves, and write in today’s professional world. 📍 Attend virtually or in person 🕒 Session length: 2–3 hours each Module options include: ✨ 2–3 focused sessions in just 1 day ✨ 2 sessions once a week for 5 weeks ✨ 3-day crash course covering all 10 modules Set your employees up to make the best, most professional impression in every interaction. #WorkplaceExcellence #ProfessionalDevelopment #Communicationability #Presentability #Writeability #ShippensburgUniversity #ShipOWD