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One of the most meaningful ways to honor Juneteenth is to translate its lessons into tangible action. CUPA-HR offers resources, tools and research data to help confront and change racial inequities in the higher ed workforce. Read now: https://ow.ly/rMRX50Slbnj

CUPA-HR is hiring! We're looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable and creative individual to join our team as a Survey Researcher. View the job posting to learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/dqyutuE

Neurodiversity in hiring and recruiting can help higher ed HR tap into an often-untapped talent pool. But some professional norms — including certain hiring practices — can be major barriers for neurodivergent candidates. Shifting your mindset can help, says Christy Sigler of Middle Tennessee State University. We spoke to her about increasing neuroinclusion in the higher ed workplace. Her message for HR is to shift from thinking, “it’s always been done this way,” to asking, “why has it always been done this way?” Christy also provided these tips on neuroinclusive recruiting and hiring: -Avoid vague language in job descriptions, such as “good communicator” or “team player.” -Provide the agenda and interview questions ahead of time. -In interviews, “don’t judge people based on small talk,” Sigler says. It’s difficult for autistic people to make small talk, and it’s often not necessary for the job they’re being interviewed for. -Don’t require or expect eye contact. -Use concrete questions when interviewing. For example, replace “What’s your biggest weakness?” with “What’s the hardest part of your job?” -Have one or two people conduct the interview rather than a panel. -Examine how elements like “culture” and “fit” may block efforts at inclusion. For on-the-job neuroinclusion tips, and a deeper dive into neurodiversity in the higher ed workplace, see our links in the comments.

Each month, CUPA-HR General Counsel Ira Shepard highlights cases and regulatory actions with implications for higher ed. June's overview includes legal action taken against striking academic workers, a discrimination claim related to mandatory anti-discrimination training, Title VII claims, and more: https://ow.ly/V9T150Shqlk

The 2024 CUPA-HR Annual Conference and Expo is less than four months away! We're excited to announce our concurrent session lineup, which offers new perspectives on timeless topics including Artificial Intelligence for HR, recruitment and retention strategies, federal regulatory and legislative news from D.C., and more! Check out our lineup of 50+ newly posted sessions and register today: https://ow.ly/5zln50SeIpL #cupahr24 #higheredhr

On May 8, CUPA-HR hosted the webinar “How the DOL’s Changes to Overtime Rules Will Impact Campus.” The webinar, attended by nearly 3,000 people, generated several questions that our presenters have addressed in a follow-up post. See answers to the FAQs: https://ow.ly/TY1h50Sb0Q4

CUPA-HR member and former Ignite program participant Kathleen Hermacinski recently sat down with HigherEdJobs to discuss tips for applying for jobs in higher ed. Take a listen at the link below!

An HR dashboard can serve as a vital resource for campus leaders. In the spring issue of Higher Ed HR Magazine, find out how one institution used its campus partnerships to create a homegrown dashboard that's getting rave reviews. Learn more: https://ow.ly/biT950RT0xw #higheredhr

Happy International HR Day! Today, we celebrate the invaluable work of our higher ed HR colleagues around the world, who are dedicated to creating thriving campus communities. #higheredHR

Each month, CUPA-HR General Counsel Ira Shepard provides an overview of labor and employment law cases and regulatory actions with implications for higher ed. May's overview includes unfair labor practice charges related to campus protests of the Israel-Hamas war, an Employee Retirement Income Security Act lawsuit, details on the NLRB's rise in cases, and more. Read now: https://ow.ly/9omJ50RINQl