Staff – submit your Professional Development Fund claims by Feb. 28

January 20, 2025

Don't forget to use available professional development (PD) funding and submit claims in Workday by Feb. 28. 

PD funds are intended to support learning activities that will enhance your workplace knowledge or skills and support your career growth at the university. Claims will be accepted in Workday on a first-come, first-served basis, until the annual funding pool is exhausted or by Feb. 28, whichever comes first.

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