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volunteers needed (PROVIDENCE & CHARLOTTE)A N N O U N C E M E N T SR E G I S T R A T I O N C L O S E S F E B . 7 T H !The University Scholarship & Best PracticesExpo committee is looking for volunteers! Weneed faculty, staff, and student volunteers tohelp with directing traffic, monitoring AV, set-up, and breakdown. Even if you are onlyavailable for a small amount of time, we wouldgreatly appreciate the support! Please click onthe button below to sign-up.Sign Up to Volunteer Here

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Donald BrizesTim BrownKristine ChaseRebecca GagneKatrina HeroldSukanya SuranauwaratAcademic Integrity SeriesElevating Academic Integrity: Creating Positive Learning Environments and InstitutionalCultures of Integrity with Community Standards and Conduct. Digital Badging Available!Facilitated by Kristin Pendergast, Desiree Schuler & Jennifer Rosa#1: The Wildcat Way: Promoting Integrity as an Institutional ValueAsynchronous is still available! Email CTL@jwu.edu for more information.#2: Creating Positive Learning Environments and Institutional Cultures of Integrity February 7th, 10:00-11:30 a.m.#3: Beyond the Syllabus: Infusing Integrity into the Classroom March 14th, 1:00-2:00 p.m. (or Asynchronous)#4: Classroom Behavior & Conflict Resolution April 4th, 1:00-2:00 p.m.M H F A S P O T L I G H TCongratulations to our JWUcommunity members who recentlyreceived their certification!C E R T I F I C A T I O N SPROVIDENCEFriday, February 21, 20259:00AM - 3:00PMJWU Certified MHFA Instructors:Michael OMalley, CPS & Joe Baressi, AssociateDean of Students for Counseling Location: Center for Teaching & LearningRegister HereRegister HereFriday, March 21st, 20259:00AM - 3:00PMJWU Certified MHFA Instructor:Amy Felder, CFITLocation: Innovation LabRegister HereCharlotte

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#1: Maximizing Efficiency: Time Saving uLearn Tips - February 19th, 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.#2: Navigating the Grade Center - February 26th, 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.#3: Crafting Clear Assignment Instructions - March 12th, 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.#4: Turn Up the Dial on Accessibility - March 26th, 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.#5: Gamification: Escape with IDT - April 9th, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.#6: Mastering Kaltura: Tips for Effective Video Content Creation - April 16th, 12 - 1:00 p.m.GENERATIVE AI DIGITAL BADGE PROGRAM#1: Generative AI 101 - January 31st, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.#2: Gen AI Ethics & Safety - February 21st, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Explore the intersection of ethics and Generative AI (GenAI) security in this interactiveprofessional development session. Learn how to securely manage account and privacy settingseffectively, and practice step-by-step how to prevent GenAI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, andCopilot from adding your data to their systems. We’ll also dive into critical topics such asintellectual property, copyright concerns, and the environmental impacts of extensive GenAIuse, equipping you to navigate the evolving GenAI landscape responsibly.#3: Gen AI Prompt Engineering & Assignment Design - March 28th, 1:00 - 2:00#4: Gen AI Detection & Classroom Policies - April 25th, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.U P C O M I N G E V E N T SInstructional Design & Technology is offering quick informative sessions in person and viaZoom on varying topics related to navigating uLearn and utilizing all its technical functionsand capabilities. Those who attend and complete activities in 4 out of 6 sessions will earn adigital certificate. Presenters to be determined.I D T C E R T I F I C A T E S E R I E SRegister HereThe Generative Artificial Intelligence Committee is offering a four-part virtual program thissemester that is geared towards faculty and staff who are still somewhat new to AI. Those who participate in all four sessions will earn a digital badge.Facilitated by Heather Myers, IDT, & Karen Shea, Assistant Director of the CTL, A&SRegister HereAdd Name to WaitlistSpecial GuestSpeakers TBD!

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U P C O M I N G E V E N T SE 3 S E R I E S : E X C E L L E N C E I N E D U C A T I O N A LE F F E C T I V E N E S S 3 - P A R T S E R I E S The Educational Effectiveness Envoy Badge recognizes participants who have successfullycompleted a 3-part series on educational effectiveness, demonstrating their commitment toadvancing teaching and learning at JWU. The series provides a comprehensive understandingof the history, mechanics, and institutional application of educational effectiveness. Facilitated by Madison Mitchell, Director of Educational Effectiveness & Bruce Ciummo, Outcomes Assessment Specialist#1: Foundations of Educational Effectiveness – March 11th, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Explore the history of educational effectiveness research and the evolution of teachingand evaluation practices over time, including the role that accreditation plays ineducational effectiveness. Gain insight into the key movements that have shapedcurrent approaches to the assessment of teaching and learning. #2: Evaluating Teaching & Learning at the Program Level – March 25th, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Delve into the tools and methodologies used to evaluate teaching and learning, focusingon program-level outcomes and strategies for meaningful assessment. #3: JWU’s Educational Effectiveness Framework – April 8th, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Learn about JWU’s unique approach to educational effectiveness, including who isinvolved, current practices, and the vision for future initiatives. By earning this badge, participants will be able to demonstrate their commitment andfoundational engagement in educational effectiveness principles and their application toinstitutional practices. Foundational Session: Suggested for faculty inCFIT and CHW who may have questions aboutthe pre-implementation form as they gear up forimplementation in the fall 2025 and spring 2026semesters. All faculty in these colleges will haveto submit pre-implementation forms in the fall,but for those who wish to get a jump start, this isyour opportunity.Feb 21 – 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (CHW & CFIT)Facilitated by Adam Smith, A&SImplementation Session: Suggested for faculty inA&S, CoB, CoHM & CoED who need help withtheir post-implementation form—all faculty inthese four colleges need to implement at leastone REAL activity in at least one of their coursesin the spring of 2025 and submit their post-implementation forms by the end of the springsemester. Jan 31 - 12 - 1:00 p.m. (A&S, CoB, CoHM, & CoED) Facilitated by Chris Westgate, A&SREAL Foundational & Implementation SessionsRegister HereRegister HereRegister Here

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Intro to Neurodiversity - March 13th, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m. - ZoomStatistics show that one in eight individuals are in some way neurodiverse. The neurodivergentparadigm focuses on using language that encourages, accepts, and acknowledges the existence ofneurodivergent individuals. During this session, presenters share the evolution of commonterms associated with neurodiversity awareness. Attendees learn about the newly establishedJWU Neurodiversity coalition, its mission and goals for educating the community about theunique differences and strengths of this population. Tips for Maximizing Executive Functioning Skills - April 17th, 12:30 - 1:15 p.m. - ZoomMany students, faculty, and staff struggle with executive functioning skills such as timemanagement, task initiation, organization, procrastination, and adapting to change. In thissession, the presenters discuss easy strategies that can help make a positive impact towardsimproving executive function skills.Diversity of Experiences and Identities inFaculty & StaffFebruary 12th, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in theCenter for Teaching & Learning Inclusion & Belonging in the Curriculum,Inside and Outside the ClassroomApril 2nd, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. in the Wildcat CenterLoungeU P D A T E S & E V E N T SN E U R O D I V E R S I T Y M I C R O L E A R N I N G S E R I E SC O M M U N I T Y C O N V E R S A T I O N S W I T HP R E S I D E N T M A R I E B E R N A R D O - S O U S AFor the past two years, President Bernardo-Sousa has invitedProvidence Campus faculty and staff to gather for regularconversations about JWU’s culture of inclusion and belonging.Conversations have been centered around a variety of identitiesand topics identified through the IDEA Survey and programparticipants.This spring, President Bernardo-Sousa invites you to discuss how your experiences oncampus connect to our new strategic plan, Powered by Possibility. Each session will focus ondifferent aspects of the strategic plan by sharing information and resources, as well asdiscussing how your own role on campus contributes to this work.Email Mike Waugh, Director of Inclusion and Belonging with questions.Register Here Register HereRegister HereRegister HereFacilitated by Katrina Herold, Director of the Center for Teaching & Learning

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Join us for a thought-provoking roundtable exploring the intersection of faculty-staffprofessional development and multiracial justice in higher education. As we deepen ourcommitment to supporting Black and Brown students across our Charlotte (Predominantly-Black Institution) and Providence (emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution) campuses, thissession will tackle key questions such as the following: Led by an experienced facilitator, Dr. Zoila Quezada, this roundtable will offer practical insights,critical reflections, and space to engage across disciplines and departments. Whether you'rejoining in person or on Zoom, as a faculty or staff member, come ready to think beyond yourcurrent comfort zone and contribute to transformative conversations that shape our collectivefuture. Date & Time: March 25, 2025, 12-1:30 pm Hybrid Format: Providence (In-Person, CTL) & Charlotte (Zoom)What tools do White faculty and staff need to engage Black,Indigenous, and Students of Color (BISOC) effectively? Howmight these tools differ from those used to engage Whitestudents?What unique barriers to success do BISOC face, and how canfaculty and staff address them?How might we navigate challenges like cognitive resistance,implicit biases, ideological/historical blindspots, and belief-attitude-value systems of colorblindness in fostering inclusiveexcellence? U P C O M I N G E V E N T SE Q U I T Y I N A C T I O N : A D V A N C I N G M U L T I R A C I A LJ U S T I C E A T J W URegister HereBRIDGE FOCUS GROUPSAs JWU works to ensure that inclusion and belonging are tied to all of our efforts insideand outside of the classroom and that we promote equitable outcomes for all students,faculty and staff are invited to participate in focus groups to share your insights on thiswork, as well as how you incorporate these values into your practice. Please contactChris Westgate or Mike Waugh with any questions. These conversations will be held in a hybrid format to maximize participation, with thein-person portion being held in the Center for Teaching & Learning. Faculty Session: Wednesday, February 19, 11:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-2:00pm. Staff Session: Wednesday, March 5, 11:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-2:00pm.Staff Register Here Faculty Register Here

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Based on conversations that have takenplace in workshops and among cohortparticipants at the Center for Teaching &Learning, many of our JWU faculty and staffhave fascinating stories to tell. In fact, themembers of our first memoir writing cohorthave met several times and are working ondrafting their stories to share with eachother for feedback. If you’d like to share yourstory in the form of a memoir (of any length)but don’t know where to start, or you’vealready drafted a memoir but would likefeedback from colleagues, contact KarenShea (kshea@jwu.edu) to inquire or join thegroup, which meets on the first Tuesday ofeach month from 3-4 p.m.Want to get involved with the Center?Need help advertising your event?Email Us at CTL@jwu.edu.PUBLISHING OPPORTUNITY!-- THE EDUCATED POURThe Center for Beverage Education &Innovation is excited to announce a newcollaboration with bar & restaurant news.Each month, members of the JWU faculty andcommunity at large will have the opportunityto publish to our new co-branded columntitled The Educated Pour. This is an excellentvenue to disseminate your expertise to food &beverage operators bar & restaurant newstotals nearly 83,000 views monthly and theirCrave newsletters count more than 100,000active subscribers.If you are interested in writing for TheEducated Pour, please email Brian Warrener atbwarrener@jwu.edu and provide the followinginformation:Name, Rank, College, DepartmentYour proposed topic & brief descriptionYour preferred publication monthAdjunct faculty who are teachingENG1020 or ENG1021 for the first timeand learning how to navigate uLearnand the textbook digital platform"Achieve" are encouraged to attend, oremail questions to Karen Shea(kshea@jwu.edu) & request a recordingof any session. Sessions will run everyother Tuesday, (February 11th) from3:00-4:00 p.m. in the Center forTeaching & Learning and on Zoom.The deadline for students to submit theirprojects has been extended! Pleaseencourage your students to considersubmitting their work by March 1st, 2025,to be showcased at this year’s Symposiumin April!M E M O I R W R I T I N G C I R C L ES P E C I A L I N T E R E S THAVE A WORKSHOP IDEA?Click Here to Learn MoreENG 1020 & 1021 OpenOffice HoursDetails for ProvidenceDetails for Charlotte

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All recorded sessions are available on our JWULink page.Support at any stage of the writing process: Brainstorming, organizinga draft, and final line editing for article manuscripts, conferenceabstracts, committee bylaws, fiction & non-fiction.Looking for specialized assistance in your field? We will connect youwith experienced colleagues in your department for specializedservices. Need advice regarding publishing? We can help you find thebest fit with local and national publication venues.Planning to present at a conference? We can help you organize yourpresentation slides; ensure that your slides are error-free and thatyour bullet points are in parallel format; offer suggestions foreffectively opening and closing your presentation; and serve as apractice audience. Please email us to inquire.The CTL offers confidential teaching consultations and/orobservations for those interested in improving their classroomdelivery methods, revising assessments, or handling challengingsituations. Please email us to make an appointment.Research consultants are available in most disciplines to assist youwith establishing a research question, qualitative, quantitative andmixed methods data collection and analysis, literature reviews,and dissemination. Please email us to inquire.Interested in learning more about your colleagues' teaching strategies?Would you like to pair up with another faculty member to discuss lessondesign and delivery? We can put you in contact with other facultymembers interested in this practice, help you set teaching goals, and holdeach other accountable. Please email us to inquire. R E C O R D E D S E S S I O N SM E N U O F S E R V I C E SC T L W R I T I N G S E R V I C E ST E A C H I N G C O N S U L T A T I O N SR E S E A R C H C O N S U L T A T I O N SP E E R T E A C H I N G O B S E R V A T I O N P R O G R A M

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Katrina Herold,Ed.D.,DirectorAdam Smith,Ph.D.,Charlotte RepKaren Shea, Ph.D.Assistant DirectorChris Westgate,Ph.D., DEIB FellowAlyson Marzini,Academic AdministrativeCoordinatorCenter for Teaching & Learning Executive Steering Committee Contact ListM I S S I O N S T A T E M E N TThe mission of the Johnson & Wales University Center for Teaching and Learning is to foster acommunity of lifelong learners and enhance the student experience by inspiring innovativeresearch, scholarship, collaboration, and impactful facilitation of learning.katrina.herold@jwu.edu401-598-2249karen.shea@jwu.edu401-598-2264christopher.westgate@jwu.edu401-598-2764adam.smith@jwu.edu980-598-3221alyson.marzini@jwu.edu401-598-1841C T L C O R E C O M M I T T E E

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