Join us for a first-year teacher panel to discuss what it has been like during their first month of being a teacher! Panelists will share their experience, what the first month has been like as a teacher, and then have a Q&A session with the audience during this virtual event. Date: Thursday, September 15th, 2022…
In this PGU, I will screen the ground-breaking documentary RESILIENCE: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope to further an understanding of trauma-informed teaching and how to cultivate resilience in ourselves and our students. In the discussion to follow, we will discuss action steps for both inside and outside of the classroom, armed…
During this professional development, participants will experience a variety of discussion strategies appropriate for the middle and high school classroom. There will be a focus on civic discussion of political issues, but the strategies can be adapted for different subject areas. This will be hands-on, so come prepared to talk! There is plenty of free…
In doing anti-racist work, people will likely make mistakes along the way as we grapple with different ways of thinking, being, and knowing. Making mistakes can have harmful consequences, including breaking trust. Trust is a part of the foundation of community. Without trust, it is difficult for people to show up and participate in space…
This information session is for undergraduate and graduate students interested in the Developing Cultural Competence Student Certificate Program and other on-campus global engagement opportunities. Becky Cibulskis from the Global Training Initiative will answer your questions. Date: Tuesday, September 27th Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM Location: Poe Hall, 512 Audience: Undergraduate and graduate students Contact: Nixon…
This session is perfect for undergraduate students interested in Fulbright and other funded opportunities to teach abroad post-graduation. You will meet Courtney Hughes, the Director of the University Fellowships Office, and have a chance to ask your questions. Date: Wednesday, September 28th, 2022 Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM Location: Poe Hall, 512 Audience: Undergraduate students…
Join us in welcoming visiting College of Education scholar Dr. Cigdem SAHIN TASKIN, Professor at the Faculty of Education, Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Turkey. Dr. Sahin Taskin has a particular research interest in students’ social-emotional learning as well as teachers’ and pre-service teachers’ beliefs and curriculum and instruction. The presentation will provide an overview of…
In this PGU, participants will engage in a conversation with Dr. Vance Kite, Director of the Kenan Fellows Program, about the importance of education/industry partnerships, developing leadership capacity, and fellowship opportunities for classroom teachers. Date: Thursday, September 29th, 2022 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM Location: Online Audience: Undergraduate Students and Master of Arts in Teaching…
Need practice crafting a lesson plan? Teaching Wars is the perfect event for you! Participants will be organized into teams and given 30 minutes to create their best lesson plan. Our select panel of judges will choose the best lesson, and that group will receive a prize. This is a great opportunity to practice lesson…
Meet with Pack Recovery to learn about the use/misuse of alcohol and other drugs within the college student population. The training will cover risk reduction strategies, overdose warning signs, and how to respond to emergencies. Date: Thursday, October 6th, 2022 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM Location: Poe Hall, Room: 216 Audience: All CED students (Undergraduates…