Bulletin In the Know, September 2025

September 2025

Key updates, training and events on campus for you and your team.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Conversations about the university's budget

Explore answers to common budget-related questions from faculty and staff.

A reduced-hours work week is an option for eligible employees. For questions, you can speak with HR staff during drop-in hours.

Most recent 2021 pay equity maintenance evaluation is complete + online

Applies to ACUMAE, CUPEU, CUSSU, TRAC/CREW and non-unionized employees.

Voluntary Retirement Program: information sessions for employees

Eligible employees are strongly encouraged to register.

TRAINING, EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS

Lunchtime seminar by the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The EAP is a valuable resource available for all employees. It offers free counselling services and more, including recurring lunchtime seminars. Registration is still open for tomorrow's seminar: Fundamentals of change and transition.

Equity Office training opportunities

Discover the Equity Office's fall workshops on topics such as accessibility, anti-racism and the hidden curriculum. Don’t miss the meet-and-greet event on October 29 — bring your team!

Test your privacy knowledge

You and your team can take the privacy quiz and find out how and why Concordia collects, uses and protects your personal information.
If needed, you can then sign up for a privacy training session to learn more.

Library GenAI modules for faculty members

Do you have gaps in your knowledge of GenAI? Register for the Library's GenAI Quickstart: Foundations for Faculty It offers nine 10-minute online modules to get you started.

French Communication Essentials program is open for registration!

The program is a fun way to get more comfortable with French — and many employees are eligible for a tuition waiver.

Udemy Business

Looking to advance your Excel skills? Register for Udemy's Excel Smart Tips course and take short stand-alone lessons at your own pace. If you're new to Udemy, sign up through the Concordia Library.

GET INVOLVED

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, Concordians are invited to wear orange to honour the survivors of residential schools.

Coffee, Community and Conversation
The Caucus of Black Concordians and the Black Perspectives Office invite faculty and staff to a casual community gathering.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
It's important to practice good cybersecurity hygiene. Stay vigilant against phishing attempts — use strong, unique passwords and make it a habit to update them regularly. This October, learn how to be Cybersafe!