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One College Reorganization Updates
One College Reorganization Updates
In July 2019, the College began migrating from a campus-based approach to service delivery to a One-College model that supports institutional sustainability. The One-College model organizes operations through functional areas instead of campus locations. It will help us use expertise in each area to improve services for students while streamlining staff size.
While work on the reorganization continues, several milestones have been achieved since its launch:
- In the Office of Academic Affairs, four academic schools have been established and their leadership teams selected.
- The Office of Finance has centralized the management of facilities and real estate to leverage resources in a Collegewide approach.
- The assistance vice presidents in the Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management are in place and are well on their way to building their functional teams.
- Data analysis and management have been consolidated within the Office of Information Services and Technologies’ Department of Enterprise Applications, allowing for a one-stop shop for reporting and data needs.
In spite of the campus closures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, additional tasks associated with the One-College reorganization have been successfully completed, including finalizing the Learning Commons organization structure and selecting its leadership team, realigning budget and fiscal responsibilities under an assistant vice president of finance, and reviewing the classifications of more than 500 positions.
We wish to congratulate the employees selected for positions within the One-College structure and look forward to working with them as the reorganization continues and beyond!
- Albright, Richard - Associate Dean, Liberal Arts (English), Office of Academic Affairs
- Appiah-Padi, Radecka - Assistant Vice President (AVP), Learning Enhancement, Office of Student Affairs
- Baar, Jennie - Dean, Business, Technology and Industry, Office of Academic Affairs
- Barshinger, Tim - AVP, Student Progression, Office of Student Affairs
- Becker, Kylynn - CRM Manager, Office of Student Affairs
- Boon, Leslie - Dean, Liberal Arts, Office of Academic Affairs
- Braswell, Matthew, Director, Persistence, Office of Student Affairs
- Bratina, Wendy - Associate Dean, Liberal Arts (Social Sciences), Office of Academic Affairs
- Brickner, Kathy - Executive Director, Facilities and Real Estate, Office of Finance
- Brightbill, Megan - Associate Dean, Health Sciences (Health Careers), Office of Academic Affairs
- Campbell, Angela - Executive Director, Assessment and Strategy, Office of Student Affairs
- Cappuzzo, Christine, Director, Academic Advising, Office of Student Affairs
- Cardamone, Rich - AVP, Finance, Office of Finance
- Cohen, Elisa - Assistant Director, Testing Services, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Corradino, Mike - Dean, Math and Science, Office of Academic Affairs
- Corrigan, John, Director, Business Operations, Office of Finance
- Crance, Gina - AVP, Student Engagement, Office of Student Affairs
- Decker, Scott - Assistant Director, Learning Technologies, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Eckert, Nakia, Director, New Student Orientation, Office of Student Affairs
- Goodlive, Sherrill - Program Director, Human Services, Office of Academic Affairs
- Gutschmidt, Heather - Lead Business Analyst, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Heiserman, Janelle - Associate Dean, Math and Science (Math), Office of Academic Affairs
- Hess, Josy - Assistant Director, User Support, Office of Information Office of Information Services and Technology
- Hyder-Darlington, Louise - Assistant Director, Library Public Services, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Jayman, Ricole, Director, Coordinated Support Network, Office of Student Affairs
- Jenkins, Meredith - Assistant Dir, Ent. Analysis, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Kelsey, Kimberly - Assistant Director, Institutional Reporting, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Maines, Sara - Director, Admissions, Office of Student Affairs
- Mattis, Margie - Associate Dean, Math and Science (Science), Office of Academic Affairs
- Neff, Cody - Lead Systems Administrator, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Pfeiffer, Denys, Director, Business Operations, Office of Finance
- Rosenkrans, Cathy - Assistant Director, Tutoring, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Schwartz, Evelin - Assistant Director, Network, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Shutter, Gloria - Assistant Director, Library Services, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Simpson, Jazmin - Associate Dean, Business, Technology and Industry (Business), Office of Academic Affairs
- Six, Mandy - Director, One Stop (Welcome Center), Office of Student Affairs
- Smith, Tracey - AVP, Strategic Recruitment, Office of Student Affairs
- Stynes, Trevor - Lead Systems Administrator, Office of Information Services and Technology
- Uhlman, Dory - Dean, Health Sciences, Office of Academic Affairs
- Yazdani, Naeem - Assistant Director, Client Services, Office of Information Services and Technology
Your Benefits and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Your Benefits and the COVID-19 Pandemic
In light of the current events due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent passage of the CARES Act, there are some important changes to be aware of regarding your benefits and the various coverages available to you as a benefits-eligible employee.
Your Total Rewards team has created this page on myHACC that will host all relevant benefits and retirement plan information related to changes made by the CARES Act, as well as information provided by our insurance carriers. This information will be updated regularly, and new items will be added as they are received, so be sure to check this page often.
If you have additional questions regarding your benefits, contact Brian Watts, benefits coordinator at bjwatts@hacc.edu.
Welcome, David Hopkins, HACC’s Coordinator of Health and Safety!
Welcome, David Hopkins, HACC’s Coordinator of Health and Safety!
Please join the Office of Human Resources in welcoming our newest team member, David Hopkins. David joined the College as HACC’s coordinator of health and safety on April 13.
A native of Harrisburg, David’s professional career began in the information technology sector with the Rite Aid Corporation where he served for six years. After leaving Rite Aid, David began attending college full-time with a few classes being completed at HACC and a rewarding internship at the Lebanon VA Hospital, which gave him exposure to emergency management. In December 2014, he earned a bachelor’s degree from Millersville University and in December 2016, he completed a master’s degree in science in emergency management.
David has served in emergency and risk management positions at JB Hunt and Capital Area Transit (CAT). At CAT, he was the chairperson of the safety committee and the accident review committee
David shares, “The experiences I have gained are invaluable and will aid in my new role. As a former student, I appreciated the flexibility and convenience HACC offered in achieving my personal goals. I look forward to applying my knowledge and serving Harrisburg Area Community College to maintain the safety and well-being of the faculty and staff.”
Welcome aboard, David!
Welcome, Brittany Langletz, HACC’s Employee Records Coordinator!
Welcome, Brittany Langletz, HACC’s Employee Records Coordinator!
Brittany Langletz comes to HACC after serving in various roles within higher education. She most recently worked in contracting for the federal government. Within higher education, Brittany has experience in residence life, academic advising, enrollment management functions, and career development. She is excited to return to higher education to pursue her passion for helping others and supporting those who create an exceptional collegiate experience for our students. Brittany has a Bachelor of Arts in History from Shippensburg University and a Master of Arts in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She is a fan of all things Pittsburgh (Go Pens!) and loves to read.
Welcome aboard, Brittany!
Professional Development to Support you Dealing with Stress and Develop Resilience in Response to COVID-19
Professional Development to Support you Dealing with Stress and Develop Resilience in Response to COVID-19
Imagine if we stopped trying to “manage” the stress in our workplaces, working remotely, and personal lives and instead recognized that the challenges we face every day could make us stronger, smarter, and more successful. We maybe would not feel despondent by the stress in our lives but become resilient in resolving challenges and winning the day.
Citrin is an organizational psychologist and author of The Resilience Advantage: Stop Managing Stress and Find Your Resilience. Citrin says, “it is impossible to manage stress because it is how our bodies react to our environment”(p1). We need to recognize stress and learn how to deal with it. An essential step to becoming resilient is to be aware of our stress levels at all times. If our thoughts are negative, we need to shift towards positive self-talk, and keep in mind we are strong and can grow stronger and wiser as we handle life’s challenges.
The following resources were identified to assist you with copying with the current COVID-19 and stress related challenges:
1. The Faculty and Staff Development Institute (FSDI) has obtained a library of essential online learning material to assist you in adapting to working remotely while staying focused and productive. The training materials include three- to five-minute topics and tips, and reflect current trends for employees working remotely.
Please schedule the training intentionally as part of your daily or weekly priorities and approach it with the same enthusiasm as your other work engagements. These courses are helpful for individuals as well as for teams!
To access the training:
- Go to my.hacc.edu > Office of Human Resource tab > Faculty and Staff Development Institute channel > HACC/Cornerstone Learning Management System (LMS)
- Click on Online Professional Development
- Click on Base Camp # 1 or Base Camp # 2 Cornerstone Cares – Working remotely
- Scroll down to take any course or courses
You must be enrolled in the LMS, i.e. be a regular full- or part-time employee or credit adjunct, to access the courses. These courses will be available until May 15, 2020.
2. HACC’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has a rich library of resources for you to explore. Courses include, but are not limited to:
Leadership
- Leading Effective Teams
- Motivating Employees
- Providing Effective Feedback
- Succeeding as a Supervisor
Personal Growth
- Improving Mindfulness
- Increasing Self-Awareness
- Stress Management
- Time Management
Professional Development
- Applying Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
- Appreciating Personal Differences
- Managing Negative People
We understand that every individual’s experience is unique, so please look for a course that meets your needs. To access these resources and many more, please visit mseap.com, select Member Login, and enter HACC into the Access Code box.
3. The Faculty and Staff Development Institute (FSDI) also offer training to help you lead and thrive in times of uncertainty and rapid change. Competencies that we can assist in developing include:
- Being responsive
- Providing direction
- Providing reassurance
- Communicating clearly and effectively
- Being flexible
- Recognizing your teams
- Showing empathy
If you or your team need to reinforce your effectiveness in leading, managing, strategizing or communicating strategically in this unprecedented context, please feel free to contact Cavil Anderson, Ph.D., FSDI director, at csanders@hacc.edu. Formally or informally, we can implement virtual mentoring, real-time coaching, online training and facilitation that will strengthen you, your team and the ability to move forward.
References:
Retrieve on April 10, 2020 from: https://www.forbes.com/sites/robinryan/2020/03/17/how-to-manage-workplace-stress-dealing-with-the-coronavirus-pandemic/#6e68330c64d6
Retrieve on April 15, 2020 from: https://www.businessexpertpress.com/books/resilience-advantage-stop-managing-stress-and-find-your-resilience/
Coaching Through Change
Coaching Through Change
When change is first introduced, one’s initial response may be shock or denial as they react to the challenge to the status quo. However, we can plan how we will minimize the negative impact of the change and help people adapt to it more quickly.
Coaching through Change is designed to accelerate and manage the change process by supporting individuals and teams that have been impacted by the change. The coaching method will assist individuals and teams in navigating through the change process. The objectives are as follows:
Objectives
- Identify DiSC Style, including priorities, motivators and stressors
- Gain a clear understanding of the changes occurring within the college and the intended outcomes
- Understand how change may impact each DiSC style and what support is needed
- Develop and action plan and monitoring plan to track progress and adjustments during period of change
By applying knowledge of the Change Curve (fig. 1) and targeted coaching to give individuals the information and help they need, depending on where they are on the curve. This will help to accelerate change, and improve its likelihood of success.
Our aim is to make the curve shallower and narrower. If you or your team would like to go through a coaching intervention, please feel free to contact Cavil Anderson, Ph.D., director, Faculty and Staff Development Institute at csanders@hacc.edu. We can set up individual or team Zoom session to coach you towards strengthen you, your team and the ability to move forward.
Figure 1 – The Change Curve
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