Intercom Online......March 2, 2000

COURSES

Health Matters

To register for or learn more about these programs on the University Park campus, Call Health Matters at (814) 865-3085.

n Massage for Beginners II -- WEL 209
Learn massage and accupressure techniques to relieve tension from the neck and shoulders to the wrists. No partner or equipment necessary. (This is a hands-on session). Meets noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 9, in 125 Reber Building. Cost: $5.

n Tai Chi -- WEL 121
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline that consists of performing a series of slow and controlled movements called "forms." All levels welcome. Section 2 meets noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays, March 13 to April 24, in the Frizzell Room, Eisenhower Chapel. Cost $25.

n Yoga -- WEL 095
HealthAmerica HMO Reimbursable (one time per each level). Choose beginner, intermediate or advanced sections. To purchase a yoga mat ($15), call Health Matters at (814) 865-3085. Cost: $25 for class. All sections on Tuesdays in the Frizzell Room, Eisenhower Chapel:

Section 4: March 14 to April 25, 11 a.m. to noon (intermediate)
Section 5: March 14 to April 25, noon to 1 p.m. (advanced)
Section 6: March 14 to April 25, 1 to 2 p.m. (beginner)

n QiGong -- WEL 190
This traditional energetic practice originating in ancient China features simultaneous body-mind tune-up training. Section 2 meets noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, March 15 to April 26, in the Frizzell Room, Eisenhower Chapel. Cost $25.

HRDC

To register for these or other Human Resource Development Center programs on the University Park campus, complete the registration form found in the back of the spring/summer HRDC catalog, and fax to (814) 865-3522.

n Unraveling the Mystery of Performance Management
Identify strategies for managing performance, define performance management and learn to recognize the role of the coach in performance management. Meets 1:30-3:30 p.m. March 21 in 324 Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building. Cost: None.

n Defining Expectations
Develop and communicate performance standards to establish clear expectations for staff characteristics. Meets 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. March 23 in 324 Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building. Cost: None.

n Rave Reviews: Supervisor Training for Staff Review
Discover practical techniques for conducting the review, leading review discussions and evaluating overall performance. Meets 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. March 28 in 324 Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building. Cost: None.

n Planning for Performance Improvements
Help staff create practical development plans, identify appropriate development activities and use the development plan as a tool to support unit and career goals. Meets 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. March 30 in 324 Agricultural Sciences and Industries Building. Cost: None.

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