Workday: Learning and Development
Registration is required for these sessions unless otherwise noted. Supervisor approval must be obtained for these courses. If you have any questions related to these sessions, please email FM-Training@virginia.edu and one of the Occupational Training team will be in touch.
Occupational Training strives to make all sessions inclusive and accessible experiences for everyone. If you require disability-related accommodations, please send requests to Mark Orr via email, pne4yf@virginia.edu, no later than 24 hours prior to your training session.
Supervisor approval must be attained before attending any professional development session. Email FM-Training@virginia.edu if you need help obtaining approval.
Delve into the world of Facilities Management with our dynamic Lunch & Learn sessions! Delight in your own cuisine while exploring the many facets of FM and UVA. These interactive sessions are designed to broaden your knowledge of FM processes and allow you to ask the expert. Our FM- and UVA-specific sessions will also provide an opportunity to drive professional development and build your business acumen and knowledge of “how FM works”.
Each Lunch & Learn session will be presented by a UVA subject matter expert (SME) with a unique link to you and our operations.
Lunch & Learns begin promptly at Noon and last about 30 minutes.
Over the month of September, we will be hosting 3 Workforce Development-themed Lunch & Learn presentations with the following presenters:
As the demands of today's workforce continue to evolve, professional growth is no longer optional — it's essential. Join us for an informative session on the School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) and how it serves as a strategic resource for workforce development across the university community.
This session will cover:
Bring your lunch and your questions — you'll leave with concrete, low-lift ways to take meaningful steps toward your career goals, starting now.
Date: Wed, September 9, 2026 12-1 p.m.
Virtually via Teams or in-person in Skipwith Hall 112.
Don't forget to pack your lunch!
Questions? Email Occupational Training.
Reminders:
UVA's Pipelines & Pathways is focused on helping individuals learn the basics for building their career and getting the tools needed to obtain their dream job or move into a new role at UVA. These workshops are targeted towards individuals with limited work experience in an or seeking an entry-level position. All workshops will be held virtually via Zoom and are free and open to the public. Job seekers may attend as many workshops as they'd like. Once a person registers, they will be emailed a Zoom meeting invitation link to access the workshop the day of the event.
If you or someone on your team is interested in taking a language class or practicing their skills in another language — including English — please email em4hg@virginia.edu.
The Mentoring Program's mission is to provide support and serve as a resource while employees transition into or within the University of Virginia, Facilities Management. We are committed to providing mentees the opportunity to learn from accomplished mentors to develop and grow skillfully and professionally within the organization.
To learn more about becoming a mentor or mentee, email FM-Training@virginia.edu.