Spartan Sparks 2021

Professional Development for SJSU Staff

Staff Thriving During Transition and Uncertainty

Thursday, August 5, 2021, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The goals of this event include helping staff:

  1. Identify potential paths for promotion and career growth
  2. Recognize and advocate for future SJSU staffing needs
  3. Discover and benefit from professional development resources

Event Agenda

Opening Remarks: 9 - 9:15 a.m.

Led by Joanne Delamar, Peter Lee, & Sofia Moede

Welcome to the 2021 Spartan Sparks professional development event! To open up the event we will cover housekeeping, event agenda, how to get involved in Spartan Sparks, and more.

Panel Discussion: 9:15 - 10:30 a.m.

Moderated by Jennifer Nathan

Junelyn Pangan Peeples, Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Strategic Analytics

Jahmal Williams, Director of Advocacy for Racial Justice

Wei-Chien Lee, Licensed Psychologist

Break: 10:30 - 11 a.m.

Small Discussion #1: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Paths for Staff Promotion and Career

Facilitated by Jessica Larsen

Tangible Professional Development Resources, Including Diversity & Inclusion

Facilitated by Erlinda Yanez

What To Do to Get Ahead in Your Career?

Facilitated by Annette Nellen

What Are the Needs for SJSU Staff in the Future?

Facilitated by Angee Ortega McGhee

I'm Not Just Staff! How Do I Raise My Value and Appreciation in My Unit?

Facilitated by Mohamed Abousalem

Balance & Mental Wellness

Facilitated by Wei-Chien Lee

Town Hall: 1 - 2 p.m.

Moderated by Peter Lee & Justin Villena

A 30 minute Town Hall with Provost Vincent J. Del Casino, Jr. Attendees will have an opportunity to submit questions for the Town Hall beforehand as well as during the event using Padlet. The remaining half hour will be dedicated to reflection.

Break: 2 - 2:30 p.m.

Small Discussion Group #2: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Paths for Staff Promotion and Career

Facilitated by Jed Soliven

What To Do to Get Ahead in Your Career?

Facilitated by Jennifer Redd

Tangible Professional Development Resources, Including Diversity & Inclusion

Facilitated by Patience Bryant

What Are the Needs for SJSU Staff in the Future?

Facilitated by Alerie Flandez

I'm Not Just Staff! How Do I Raise My Value and Appreciation in My Unit?

Facilitated by Kell Fuijimoto

Balance & Mental Wellness

Facilitated by Wei-Chien Lee

Closing Remarks: 3:30 - 4 p.m.

Moderated by Morgan Ditzenberger, Jennifer Nathan, & Sylvia Ruiz

Attendees will be encouraged to share their concluding reflections about the event.