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OFFICE tECHNOLOGY series

Complete any 4 workshops to receive a Certificate of Completion. Trainings are offered on a first come, first served basis with a cap of 50 participants. Offered Fall 2023 & Spring 2024.

"I learned several ways to make tasks effective and faster with less headache. Taking this class made me feel relieved, as I used to work harder than I should have to complete simple tasks." - participant 

Outlook/365/Outlook Online

Trainer: Jennifer Buchholz | Friday, Jan 26. | Time: 10:00 - 11:00 

This fast-paced training session offers a high-level overview of Outlook, Outlook 365, and Outlook Online, providing participants with a solid foundation to effectively utilize these tools. In just one hour, participants will gain valuable insights into the key features and functionalities of Outlook, along with practical tips and tricks to enhance their productivity.

Microsoft WhiteBoard

Trainer: Jennifer Buchholz | Friday, Mar 8. | Time: 10:00 - 11:00 

Unleash your team's collaborative potential with our engaging Microsoft Whiteboard training session! We'll guide you through mastering its latest features, from personalized tool customization to enhancing your virtual meetings, and effectively managing your whiteboards. Join us to transform the way you work, foster creativity, and create a more dynamic, interactive environment that boosts productivity and teamwork!

Microsoft SWAY: It's Way Cool

Trainer: Jennifer Buchholz | Friday, Mar 22. | Time: 10:00 - 11:00

 It's Way Cool: Looking to make a different impression in your online communication? SWAY might be the way. Consider a cross between Publisher, Word and PowerPoint – an interactive way to share a message, newsletter, or proposal in an online, visually appealing format. It’s part of your M365 subscription – let’s use it!

OneNote 101

Trainer: Jennifer Buchholz | Friday, April 26.| Time: 10:00 - 11:00

OneNote 101 is for new users. You’ll learn how OneNote is organized, how to take basic notes, and how to insert everything from tables, files, screen clippings, research from the web, images, audio, video and more. This is the training you need to get started using OneNote. 

Integrating MS Office

Trainer: Jennifer Buchholz | Friday, May 17. | Time: 10:00 - 11:00

Combining and exchanging documents from Word, Excel, and PowerPoint: This session aims to equip employees with the necessary skills to integrate Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Participants will learn how to combine and exchange documents seamlessly between these programs, maximizing productivity and efficiency. Through hands-on exercises and real-life examples, attendees will gain practical knowledge of integration techniques to enhance their workflow and streamline their work processes.

Workshops are held in Zoom. New to Zoom? View Zoom for Beginners resources. 

Professional development Academy Trainer

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Jennifer Buchholz

Best-selling author, entrepreneur, coach, and engaging geek Jennifer Buchholz has worked in higher education, training, and development for over 20-years. When she realized that traditional methods weren’t helping her students thrive—she founded her own business, based in Milwaukee, which helps organizations and teams improve productivity and reduce frustration with Microsoft products through fun technical skills training. The result? Amped-up collaboration and better success across every aspect of their business and work.  

Jennifer is an award-winning connector who consistently goes out of her way to help others succeed. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, her passion is bringing people together so they have the tools, support, and resources they need to be successful. She is actively involved in numerous professional organizations including ATD (Association for Talent Development), SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), Women’s Entrepreneurship Week, eWomen Network, and more.  

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