For anyone new to Queen’s, an orientation session is always helpful for getting to know the university, from its history and structure to resources, policies, and much more.

Students have Orientation Week, newly-arriving faculty have a day to make connections at Queen’s, while new staff spend their first half-day with Human Resources. 

Now, Human Resources has developed and is facilitating a two-day New Manager’s Orientation for managers in their role less than two years, or managers who are new to Queen’s. 

Being held Tuesday, Nov. 21 and Tuesday, Nov. 28, the orientation sessions are also an opportunity for networking with fellow managers who they can reconnect with moving forward. Also, participants will receive resource binders with all the necessary contacts and materials to lead successfully and efficiently. 

“We’re excited to introduce our latest talent management initiative, New Manager Orientation,” says Marie Doherty, Director of Client Services and Organizational Development and Learning. “The purpose of the two-day event is to provide our managers with information and resources that are available to them to assist them in leading others and succeeding in their new role.”

Day 1 provides an overview of Queen’s, its culture, the governing bodies and structures that have been installed to assist managers with operations, such as the Strategic Framework, the Comprehensive International Plan, the Academic Plan, and to hear from senior leaders such as Principal Daniel Woolf, and Provost Benoit-Antoine Bacon. 

Day 2 takes a more hands-on approach to management by giving participants the tools and resources to manage their day-to-day activities.  Participants will also hear from university departments such as Employee and Labour Relations, Finance, Privacy Office, and more. 

The orientation sessions are being held at the University Club in the George Teves Dining Room, and will run from 8:30 am to 4 pm, with doors opening at 8 am for breakfast and networking.  Lunch is provided for both days.

For more information or to register contact Don Ames, Organizational Development Consultant, Human Resources,at don.ames@queensu.ca or ext. 79002.