December 8

Co-hosted by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Honors College honor societies, the Faculty/Staff Social will be held today, December 8, from 4:00 – 6:00pm in the Halton Reading Room in Atkins Library. This will be an opportunity for faculty and staff across the institution to relax and socialize at the end of the semester. Food and beverages will be provided.

This session will explore strategies for resolving entrenched conflicts by shifting the focus from rigid positions to underlying interests. Using a real-world case scenario involving graduate employee negotiations at a public research university, we will examine legal and ethical considerations, identify shared interests, and discuss practical approaches for collaborative problem-solving. Participants will gain insights into reframing disputes, fostering constructive dialogue, and developing solutions that protect relationships while addressing core needs. Presenters: Scott Deyo, University Ombuds and Erica Solosky, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Ethics, Policy and Compliance and Interim Deputy General Counsel.

• Tuesday, December 16, 12:00 – 1:00 PM, via Zoom* (Register)
  *Registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the presentation.

Best Practices in Holistic Faculty Recruitment Workshop in January 

The Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success (CAFS) and their collaborators who facilitate Best Practices in Holistic Faculty Recruitment will offer a (virtual) face-to-face training session. If you know your department will convene a search committee this academic year, or if you have already been selected to sit on a search committee, please make sure you have taken this training within the past five years. This training is required before a faculty member is permitted to sit on a search committee. Faculty recruitment training is a two-part training, and each part must be completed prior to serving on the committee. Please visit the CAFS website to see the criteria and to sign up for a session.

• Wednesday, January 28, 10:00 – 11:50 AM (Register)

Faculty Forum for Associate Professors Interested in Learning about Promotion to Full 

The Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success offers a Faculty Forum once a year in an effort to provide clarity to mid-career faculty regarding the criteria for promotion from Associate Professor to Full Professor. Dr. Jennifer Troyer, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and the Deans or their appointees serve on a panel, in which panelists provide information on pathways to promotion. The format is interactive, so faculty have the opportunity to ask questions during the session. Members of Department Review Committees (DRC) and College Review Committees (CRC) are encouraged to attend to ensure that all involved in the review process have a common understanding of expectations and other issues. 

• Thursday, March 26, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, location TBD (Register)

Recently-Tenured Associate Professor Orientation

The Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success invites associate professors who have received tenure in the past 2 years to attend our annual Recently-Tenured Associate Professor Orientation. The goal of this orientation is to clarify expectations around this next phase in your professional journey; to provide information about formulating a plan; and to introduce you to resources that will help you to be successful. The format will be an interactive panel discussion. The panel will consist of Deans from each College, or their representatives.  It’s never too early to start planning for the next phase of your career!

• Thursday, March 26, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM, location TBD (Register)

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Generative AI Foundations

• Overview of Gen-AI Tools for Education
• Understanding Gen Z: The AI Generation
• Part 1: Introduction to GenAI and Prompt Writing
• Part 2: Student Study Skills with Generative AI
• Part 3: Student Writing Skills with Generative AI

Teaching With AI

• Zoom AI for Teaching
• Part 1: Using NotebookLM AI for Podcasting, Content Curation, and Assignments in Canvas
• Part 2: Using NotebookLM AI for Critical Writing, Reading, Reflection, and Synthesis
• Syllabus and Classroom Communication on AI Tools
• Ethical Considerations for Teaching with Generative AI

Canvas Foundations

• Canvas: Starting Fresh 
• Canvas: Assignments and Gradebook 
• Canvas: Quizzes
• Canvas Course Design Open Swim 

Canvas Tools and Analytics

• Part 1: Canvas Studio – Flipping Your Class with Videos 
• Part 2: Canvas Studio – Creating Video Quizzes 
• Exploring Canvas Course Analytics for Assignments, Quizzes, and Videos 
• Canvas Accessibility with UDOIT 

Student Engagement

• Growth Mindset Activities for Your Classroom 
• Part 1: Overview and Benefits of Globally Networked Learning 
• Part 2: Collaborative Projects of Globally Networked Learning 
• A Walkshop on Narrative Intelligence: The Power of Story in Your Teaching 

Difficult Conversations in the Classroom

• Navigating Contentious Conversations about Current Issues 
• Building Community with the Periodic Table of Human Emotions 

Teaching Essentials

• Syllabus 101: Roadmap to Success 
• Getting Started with Active Teaching and Learning 
• Designing and Implementing Group Projects 

Teaching with Technology

• Part 1: Teaching with Poll Everywhere 
• Part 2: Active Learning with Poll Everywhere 

Bring Your Questions About Canvas!

Bring your specific Canvas questions to the next Canvas Open Swim session. These small-group Q&A sessions are a chance to bring your questions and get personalized support. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot.

• Wednesday, January 21 | 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Level Up Your Teaching Toolkit

Work Towards a *NEW* Microcredential on Essentials of Learning Technologies

Register for Online Training Courses on: 

• Canvas Foundations and Tools
• Student Success Strategies
• Teaching Essentials

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AI Resources for You

• Browse AI Across the Curriculum Resources!
• Gear up for the 2026 AI Summit!