U of A Professional and Workforce Development

Eve Canty and Rosie Marlin were at the First Formation Statewide Military Hiring and Upskill Event at Camp Robinson in North Little Rock yesterday. They met with Arkansas Air and Army Nation Guard members to share how professional skills training can benefit them.

Also pictured are Lee Shoultz and Karl Schubert representing U of A Data Analytics, and Troy Vela, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist (HR) at U of A.

We spy Keith Urbanski representing us at the Community Development Institute hosted by UCA in Conway this week 👀🔎

Feel confident using Excel at work 📊

Whether you're creating spreadsheets from scratch, organizing data, or building formulas, our instructor-led Microsoft Excel training can help you work more efficiently.

If you are looking for a practical, hands-on experience with one of the most in-demand workplace tools, this is the course for you. Each course features:

✔ Live instruction
✔ Practical skills you can use immediately
✔ Professional development that fits your schedule

See upcoming courses and secure your spot at 🔗 https://ow.ly/EHMp50Zhogi

Calling all Law Enforcement, Detectives, and Crime Junkies! 🕵🏻‍♂️🚨🚔
The Law Enforcement Cold Case Training and Symposium is on August 7th from 8:00-4:30. Examine cold case investigations and case review methodologies. Learn how to identify new investigative leads by applying modern forensic techniques, analytical strategies, and emerging technologies.
This symposium is open to anyone interested in cold case examination, whether you’re an active law enforcement officer or an amateur sleuth. Register online at https://ow.ly/z8JR50Ztyb5

Your HR experience is valuable. SHRM certification helps you demonstrate that.

Earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP can help you:
✔ Validate your HR knowledge and expertise
✔ Strengthen your credibility with employers
✔ Build confidence in strategic decision-making
✔ Stay connected with evolving HR best practices

Our SHRM Certification Prep+ course includes the official SHRM Certification Prep System, flexible hybrid attendance, and instructors who understand today's HR profession.

🗓 Register by August 13, Prep sessions start August 20
https://ow.ly/ZS1b50Zmxlc

Happy Spanish Language Day! 🇪🇸

Thinking about learning Spanish or brushing up on your conversation skills? Our Basics for Spanish Conversation course is a great place to start. 💬

Whether you're preparing for travel, work, or personal growth, this course helps you build practical Spanish skills step by step in a supportive learning environment.

📚 3-Part Course Series:
✅ Part 1: Build a strong foundation
✅ Part 2: Grow your vocabulary and confidence
✅ Part 3: Strengthen your conversation skills

✨ Start your Spanish learning journey today. 🔗 Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/G8SO50YyG5h

Courses Advance your career, or start a new one, with professional and workforce development classes offered by academic colleges and other units at the University of Arkansas.