A lot’s been happening at the FCTL this past week—here’s a quick recap for you to stay up-to-date on anything you might’ve missed.
Teaching & Learning Grant Applications
The deadline for applications for the FCTL Teaching & Learning Grant is coming up soon, so take a look at our posts from this week to get info and inspiration before you apply. Have questions? Our Teaching & Learning Grants for Faculty page can help you answer them. Need some persuading? Check out our “Top 3 Reasons You Should Apply for the FCTL Teaching & Learning Grant” post from Tuesday. If you’re curious about projects that have received the grant before, you can also check out some of the previous winners’ projects here. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to receive some funding so you can dive into your academic pursuits surrounding teaching and learning; apply now! A reminder—the deadline for applications for this grant is February 15, 2025.
Spring Scholarship Summit Poster Proposals
The deadline for proposals to present a poster at the Spring Scholarship Summit is also coming up soon, so here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know. The first annual Spring Scholarship Summit will be held on April 11, 2025, and will celebrate faculty achievements and pursuits in the realm of teaching and learning. If you’ve got something to share, we want to hear from you! To learn more specifics about the Spring Scholarship Summit or potential projects, visit our Spring Scholarship Summit page. If you’re ready to hit the ground running, you can apply to submit a proposal here—or, if you’re on the fence and need some convincing, check out our “Top 3 Reasons You Should Apply to Present a Poster at the Spring Scholarship Summit” post from Tuesday. Don’t forget, the deadline for poster proposals for this event is February 15, 2025.
Showcase Keynote Speaker Announced

The 40th Faculty Showcase on Teaching and Learning is coming up, and we are excited to announce our keynote speaker for this year’s event! Dr. Sidney Dobrin will be joining us at the Showcase on August 13, 2025, to share his expertise with MSU faculty. Dr. Dobrin is a leading expert in the field of generative AI, and is Chair of the Department of English at the University of Florida. Find out a bit more about Dr. Dobrin at our Showcase Speaker Alert post. Learn more about the showcase at our Showcase page on the FCTL website, and subscribe to the blog to make sure you stay up to date with upcoming events and opportunities.
Questions?
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