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Wednesday, October 7 at 11:00 AM
Presenters: Ashley Gautreaux and Brandi Frey
From employment types to performance evaluations, this session covers the nuts and bolts of supervision that every supervisor and administrative coordinator should understand. Participants will explore employee classifications, LSU AgCenter policies, confidentiality, employee relations, and strategies for setting expectations and managing performance with confidence and consistency. Attendees will also receive a practical one-page Supervisor Playbook filled with actionable tools, reminders, and best practices they can immediately apply in their day-to-day work.
Wednesday, October 14 at 11:00 AM
Presenters: Ashley Gautreaux, Rebecca Smelley, Ryan Barnett HRM
Supervising leave situations can be tricky—how confident are you in navigating them? This session will walk you through FMLA eligibility, documentation, Workers’ Compensation procedures, managing absences, and planning smooth returns to work.
Wednesday, October 21, at 11:00 AM
Presenters: Jessica Chambers, Ali Marrero, Karen Bean
Hiring or supervising international faculty? This session walks you through the responsibilities and processes for H-1B and F-1 visa holders, including LSU’s PM-26 and AgCenter’s PS-27 policies, and offers practical guidance for supporting success.
Wednesday, October 28 at 11:00 AM
Presenters: Fred Piazza, Adam Woerner
Technology is powerful—but it also comes with risks. This session covers what supervisors need to know about IT onboarding and offboarding, cybersecurity responsibilities, international travel protocols, and equipment purchasing to help protect your team and the AgCenter’s digital environment.
