<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><rss xmlns:dc='http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/' xmlns:geo='http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos#' xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' version='2.0' xmlns:xCal='urn:ietf:params:xml:ns:xcal'><channel><title>Calendar - Kalani Upshaw</title><link>https://calendar.uab.edu/ktupshaw_620/calendar</link><description>Calendar - Kalani Upshaw</description><lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:31:31 -0500</lastBuildDate><ttl>60</ttl><language>en-us</language><generator>Localist</generator><item><title>Translation missing: en-US-uab.event.status.interested: Oct 7, 2026: Productive Conflict</title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this virtual [Zoom] session of the PowerBites series, learn how to turn conflict from disagreement into greater understanding without damaging relationships</p>

<p>What You'll Learn
<br>By the end of this session, you will be able to:
<br>1) Identify what productive conflict is and isn’t.
<br>2) Reframe disagreement as curiosity rather than competition. 
<br>3) Leave with language you can immediately use at work or home to preserve relationships and ensure all voices are heard.</p>

<p>What to Expect</p>

<p>Participation: Level 1/3: Listen &amp; Learn (Low Participation)  
<br>Description: Gain insights and practical knowledge from a speaker with limited interaction.  
<br>Activities: Presentation, Q&amp;A, Polls 
<br>Learn More: Learn More About Participation Levels</p>

<p>Who Should Attend
<br>Any UAB Staff and Faculty</p>

<p>NOTE: Learning &amp; Development programs and services are provided as a benefit to UAB Staff and Faculty. </p>

<p>Need Assistance? 
<br>For questions or accommodation requests, please contact Learning &amp; Development at <a href="mailto:learndev@uab.edu">learndev@uab.edu</a> or call (205) 934-3359.</p>

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