JagNET: New Employee Track

The Office of Institutional Access, Success and Belonging is excited to announce its brand-new installment of the ASB Certificate Program: JagNET: New Employee Track. JagNET is Â鶹AV’s new employee training track designed to help you hit the ground running.

Through engaging sessions held across our campuses and virtually, you'll discover key resources, meet fellow Jags, and gain essential knowledge about AU’s culture, traditions, and support systems. This track reflects the university's commitment to cultivating a welcoming educational environment that prepares our employees to thrive in their perspective roles.

Information and Requirements:

  • This free program is open to faculty and staff on all campuses, including Wellstar MCG Health, but excluding undergraduate and graduate student employees.
  • In-person workshops will be available on the Summerville and Health Sciences campus.
  • Virtual workshops will also be available for those located on satellite campuses.
  • Participating employees must complete (7) courses
    • Each session is 1.5 hours
  • Participating employees must complete all workshops within 12 months

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify key resources, services, and support systems available to employees across Â鶹AV’s campuses.
  • Build connections with colleagues across departments and campuses to foster collaboration and community engagement.
  • Increase awareness and understanding of belonging and cultivate a welcoming environment for Â鶹AV.
  • Demonstrate awareness of university policies, procedures, and employee benefits that promote personal and professional well-being.

Summer 2026 Workshops

The History of Â鶹AV

An engaging and thought-provoking workshop that delves into the rich history of Â鶹AV University through the lens of trailblazers. Explore the remarkable contributions of trailblazers and uncover transformative moments that shaped our institution.

Facilitated by: Za’Cuan McNeil  

True Colors: Valuing Difference- Creating Unity

Uncover your unique personality strengths and explore how to use them to improve communication, collaboration, and leadership within academic environments. Designed for faculty and staff, this course applies the True Colors framework to foster greater self-awareness, enhance team dynamics, and support welcoming practices that contribute to student success and a positive campus culture.  

Facilitated by: Za’Cuan McNeil & Kristie Johnson  

The Language and Landscape of Â鶹AV

This interactive course provides faculty, staff, and students with a foundational understanding of Â鶹AV’s institutional identity, culture, and communication norms. Participants will explore the university’s history, mission, values, and organizational structure while learning to navigate the unique terminology, acronyms, and traditions that shape the campus experience. Through guided discussions and activities, the course also examines community expectations, inclusive practices, and key resources that support belonging and success at Â鶹AV. 

Facilitated by: Za’Cuan McNeil & Kristie Johnson 

Explore AU: Campus Walking Tour

Get to know Â鶹AV from the ground up with Jaguar Journey, an engaging and interactive walking tour of both the Summerville and Health Sciences campuses. Designed for new employees, this in-person experience offers a unique opportunity to explore key locations, learn about campus history, and discover valuable resources available to faculty and staff. Comfortable shoes encouraged—this is where your AU journey takes its first steps! 

Facilitated by: Angela Stewart  

Intergenerational Demographics in the Workplace

This course explores the dynamic interplay of intergenerational demographics in the workplace. Participants will gain insights into how varying generational experiences shape workplace interactions and learn strategies for building meaningful connections. Through a panel discussion featuring Â鶹AV faculty and staff, attendees will hear real-life experiences and practical approaches to fostering a culture of belonging.   

Facilitated by: Za'Cuan McNeil