While summer offers a valuable pause, it’s also an ideal time to look ahead. As you begin thinking about the upcoming academic year, the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning is preparing a range of fall opportunities designed to support, recognize, and celebrate your work. Whether you’re interested in applying for funding, nominating a colleague, or exploring ways to further develop your teaching, there are multiple ways to get involved. Take a look at these opportunities available this fall, along with important details and timelines to help you plan ahead.
As summer begins, we invite you to mark your calendar for our upcoming 41st Faculty Showcase on Teaching & Learning, taking place on August 12, 2026, from 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM on the third floor of the Plaster Student Union.
This year’s event will feature a series of diverse faculty presentations highlighting innovative teaching practices from across disciplines. In addition, we’re pleased to welcome keynote speaker Dr. Rebecca Pope-Ruark, who will address the timely and important topic of faculty burnout—offering vital insights and strategies to support well-being in academic life.
Registration is open now, and we encourage you to sign up early to reserve your place. To register for Showcase and the Showcase Workshop, select from the links below and navigate to the bottom section for the Session Details. Select the View Details button next to the session and choose Request to register.
Register to Attend the Showcase Workshop
Note: General attendance to the Showcase is limited to 300 attendees. There are limited spots (120 seats) for both the keynote luncheon and keynote workshop with Rebecca Pope-Ruark (learn more about Dr. Pope-Ruark here). Attendees must be registered to participate in either keynote session.
Wrapping up this year’s Showcase Spotlight Series is a group from the Bookstore, Library, and Access Technology Center: Sarah Gott, Timothy McHenry, and Tracy Stout!
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