President's Report - Wentworth Institute of Technology

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5 HUMAN RESOURCES AND FACILITIES Human Resources The Department of Human Resources (HR) is contributing to a safer and more efficient working environment at Wentworth through the implementation of an updated applicant tracking and performance management system, as well as the use of online training programs. A web-based software system, PeopleAdmin – which has been in use at the Institute since 2006 – has expedited the job posting and hiring process. Managers are now able to create job postings online, and appropriate application questions are available for selection. Applicants can search for open postings and upload their application in a few simple steps. This streamlined process eliminates individuals who do not meet the position criteria, ensuring that supervisors are interviewing from a select pool of more qualified candidates. Due to the success of PeopleAdmin, the software will be utilized for job descriptions and performance evaluations beginning in October 2008. The system will enable the supervisors to create and update accurate job descriptions as well as help facilitate the performance evaluation process. All applications, resumes, position descriptions, and performance evaluations are now being housed in a central electronic archive as the HR office moves towards being paperless. Online training programs for the prevention of sexual harassment and employment discrimination were introduced in 2007 for all staff and faculty. During the same year, HR commenced conducting criminal background checks on all new employees through the company HireRight, who also, depending on the candidate’s position, carry out DMV and credit checks. Susan Morin, HR manager, is chair of the Colleges of the Fenway diversity recruitment sub-committee. The committee has just completed a three-year strategy to increase employee diversity through creating an advertising strategy aimed at select publications and websites, hosting employment fairs and networking events, and establishing relationships with minority professional organizations. Facilities Wentworth has been proactive in implementing facility upgrades that enhance the student learning experience, improve campus safety, and assist with navigating the campus. Campus Master Plan The Institute has embarked on a comprehensive master planning project to evaluate campus needs and set priorities for the future direction of the Institute. A kick-off meeting on March 3, 2008, introduced faculty, staff, and students to the two design firms that have been helping to conduct the master planning process: Goody Clancy and Perkins+Will. With their guidance, Wentworth has been working with the community to maximize existing capabilities and plan strategically for future campus development. Classroom Conversions The Architecture Studio in Annex North underwent renovations in 2007 with the rebuilding of junior and senior labs to increase the number of work stations and make way for master’s degree studios. The Architecture studio expansion created an increase in student capacity from 150 to 238 stations. Two rooms, previously Mac Labs, in Annex Central, were converted to classrooms, and classroom conversions also occurred in Beatty Hall and Wentworth Hall. The Annex wing was reconstructed to provide space for a conference room and project room for the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environment (CCEV). The Shawmut Conference Center was built by Shawmut Design and Construction, a leading national construction management firm. Shawmut donated its services to build a multimedia conference room and reception area as a gesture of reciprocity and partnership with Wentworth, whose graduates heavily populate the Shawmut ranks. The new project room was constructed to increase work stations from 20 to 91 and enable students to work in teams. Five new offices were also built for CCEV faculty. The Industrial Design carpenter and sheet metal labs used for model building were upgraded and a Z-printer 510 was purchased. This particular printer is able to produce high-definition, full color 3D parts for students’ 3D models. 16
Banner Wentworth transitioned to Banner, a new database system, to modernize and synchronize the Institute’s departments. Banner’s implementation was extremely successful and has benefitted Wentworth by allowing real-time data entry and creating seamless interaction between departments. The Department of Finance successfully launched the program on July 1, 2006, and a year later financial services, financial aid, and the registrar’s office implemented Banner. Signage On August 26, 2007, Wentworth joined the American College Health Association (ACHA) and became tobacco-free. Signage was designed and placed at every entry point to campus to notify people of the regulation. New informational, directional, and venue-specific signs are also on display around campus, making navigating campus easier than ever. Fitness and Study Renovations to the Tansey Gym floor were completed in January 2007, enabling the men’s and women’s volleyball and basketball teams to have the home court advantage once again. After students work out in the new Colleges of the Fenway fitness center - shared between Mass College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, MassArt, and Wentworth - they can enjoy new seating and study booths added to the lower floor of Beatty Hall. 17
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