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Co-Worker Relationships: Defuse Tension with Tact!

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Erin Cochran

How do you respectfully tell the colleague who talks loudly on the speakerphone to quiet down, or the one who constantly wants to chat when all you want to do is get back to work? These are sometimes tough situations … Continue reading →

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Saving on Your Summer Electric Bill

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Heather Gram

Everyone in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area knows and dreads it: summer energy costs jump as we run our air conditioning to escape the triple-digit heat. This summer we’ve already hit the triple digits and our electric bills have likely begun … Continue reading →

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Effective Speaking Skills and Workplace Communication

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Mary Stall

As one of the most widespread fears among the general population, public speaking has the ability to enhance or impair a company’s image and purpose.  Even if you feel comfortable speaking in front of groups, there are always ways to … Continue reading →

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Tuition Benefit Request – Deadline for Academic Year 2011-2012!

Posted on July 5, 2011 by

July 15th Deadline for Requests for Tuition Benefits The deadline for submitting requests for Tuition Benefits for Fall 2011 semester is July 15!   New students who have received acceptance letters are encouraged to request hours for Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 terms … Continue reading →

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Take Advantage of the Free Fitness Classes that Dedman Center Offers for Faculty and Staff!

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Lourdes Bravo

Wellpower Fit 4 Life classes are offered FREE this summer for benefit-eligible faculty and staff with a Dedman Center membership.  All classes are drop-in classes, and will run through August 21, 2011. Please note that you will need a Dedman Center … Continue reading →

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Living Healthy-Working Well: Resources to Help You Deal With Workplace Conflict From SMU’s EAP Provider – Magellan Health Services

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Mary Stall

Each month, Magellan Health Services focuses on a new topic to provide resources and opportunities for SMU’s employees to learn ways to build skill on work-life topics.  This month’s topic is workplace conflict.  While many people would rather not deal with conflice, avoiding it usually encourages the … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget to Enter Your Wellpower Credits!

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Mary Stall

This Friday, July 1st marks the end of the 2010-2011 Wellpower Program.  All outstanding credits must be entered by 5:00 PM on Friday.  Level Requirements                                            Bronze: 30 credits, regardless of category Silver: 45 credits, regardless of category Gold: 60 … Continue reading →

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Turn Conflict Into Collaboration! Resources from Magellan Health Services, SMU’s EAP Provider

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Mary Stall

Conflict is a natural part of life brought on by our different beliefs, experiences and values. If not managed correctly, however, conflict can harm relationships.  The following are seven steps adults should use to resolve conflict: Treat the other person … Continue reading →

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Sunglasses – Merging Fashion with Function

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Heather Gram

Many of us are outside much more in the summer and need to be especially careful to protect our eyes from UV rays. Too often we search for sunglasses that are stylish or suit a particular face shape but fail to … Continue reading →

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Career Opportunity at SMU

Posted on June 7, 2011 by

   

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