HR offering summer series of mental health webinars
 
 

Throughout the summer, free webinars on various mental health topics are being offered by Human Resources. Topics were selected based on feedback from faculty, staff, students, trainees and graduate research assistants at UT Health San Antonio.


 
 
 
Pulling Back the Curtain: Ruben Mesa, MD
 
 
Dr. Mesa with his parents and older sisters in Chicago.
Dr. Mesa with his parents and older sisters in Chicago.

In this edition of the American Society of Hematology Clinical News, Ruben Mesa, MD, discusses his family background, passion for the study of myeloproliferative neoplasms, the value of mentorship and how he defines success.


 
 
Employee Toolkit offers tips for filling out your performance review
 
 

Looking for tips on how to complete your FY22 Performance Review? The Employee toolkit has information on what to expect, guidance on discussion topics and what areas to focus on, plus a checklist and additional resources! Completed performance reviews are due in UT Health Performs by July 28, 2022.


 
 
Contribute auction items to the 2022 State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC)
 
 

Planning for the2022 State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) and online auction is underway! As the 2022 campaign kicks off, staff are encouraged to create or contribute auction items of all types, except clothing. To submit an auction item, please email a description of item/s (complete with photo/s and value) to the auction committee no later than Friday, Aug. 5, 2022. 


 
 
First in South Texas proton therapy center coming to San Antonio
 
 

Mays Cancer Center Chief Medical Officer, Mark Bonnen, MD, shares plans of a first in South Texas proton therapy center coming to San Antonio and the benefits this type of technologically advanced treatment will have on patients.


 
 
 
Applications for fall leadership programs due July 11
 

July 11 is the deadline to apply for fall leadership programs for new and experienced leaders. 

  • New Leaders - Along the Leader’s Path is open to new UT Health San Antonio managers with a minimum performance rating of achieves. All managers hired or promoted in the last two years are encouraged to enroll to build a strong foundation as a leader. 
  • Experienced Leaders - The Accelerated Management Program is open to UT Health San Antonio managers with exceeds performance ratings. This program is designed for more experienced leaders who have completed Along the Leader's Path or have two years or more of previous leadership experience. 

Both programs start in August and include online modules and in-person learning labs with a total time commitment of 10 hours. Find eligibility, applications and topics of study on the Learning & Leadership Development website.