Localist - Event Calendar Manager Refresher Group Trainings

• Friday, October 10, 2025 - 10 am -11 a.m 
• Friday, October 24, 2025 - 10 am -11 a.m
• Friday, November 14th, 2025 - 10 am -11 a.m
• Friday, December 12th, 2025 -  10 am -11 a.m

Please make sure to RSVP to your selected date by emailing me at: dlbooker@nsu.edu.

Note: Refresh training is for assigned NSU Event Calendar Managers.

The Event Calendar Manager Listing (as well as additional information regarding becoming an assignee) is available online at the NSU WebZONE, or by contacting Debbie Jones - djones@nsu.edu.

Title: Localist 101: Event Submission & Calendar Management
Duration: 45–60 minutes
Audience: Event organizers, department editors, content contributors
Trainer: David Booker / Event Calendar Trainer
Platform:  MS Teams

Time.        Topic.       Details

• 0:00 – 0:05 Welcome & Objectives  
  Overview of the Localist platform, user roles, and training goals.
   
• 0:05 – 0:10 Logging In to Localist. 
  Demonstrate how to access the admin portal and sign in using university credentials (SSO).
   
• 0:10 – 0:20 Submitting an Event. 
  Walkthrough of event creation: title, date/time, description, location, image, and tags. Highlight required fields and approval workflow.
   
• 0:20 – 0:30 Event Management & Approval Workflow. 
  Show how to view submitted events, check approval status, and make edits before or after posting.
   
• 0:30 – 0:40 Optimizing Events for Visibility 
  Demonstrate how to use categories, keywords, and featured events to boost engagement. Include tips on images, accessibility, and tone.
   
• 0:40 – 0:50 Calendar Integration & Promotion 
  Show how events appear on departmental pages, widgets, and email digests. Briefly cover sharing and cross-promotion.
   
• 0:50 – 1:00 Q&A + Support Resources 
  Open floor for participant questions. Provide quick reference links, Localist documentation, and contact info for post-training support.