Our AI Series offers ongoing conversations, workshops, and panel discussions that help faculty explore how artificial intelligence can enhance teaching, learning, and assessment – from ethical integration to practical classroom applications.

Teaching and Design; with Christian Pirlet, Assistant Professor of Education Technology, and Tanya White, Instructor of Communication Studies and Spanish

Student Panel: Effective, Ethical Use of AI 

Community Panel: Industry Partners

At our Grant Awardee Presentation events, faculty who received CETL support through CETL Pedagogy Grants share innovative projects and classroom redesigns, highlighting evidence-based practices and lessons learned that inspire peers across disciplines. 

Empowering Creativity: Leveraging Technology and Training for Transformative Learning in BADM742, Creative Thinking and Design; with Dr. Amber Henderson 

An Unfolding Case Study Framework for Crisis Counseling; with Dr. Junwei Jia 

Audiences are presented with diverse perspectives about current educational controversies through an engaging yet relaxed discussion format. 

Faculty Focus programming centers on professional growth through targeted workshops, deep dives into pedagogy, and expert-led sessions designed to strengthen teaching skills, expand instructional strategies, and elevate student engagement, while focusing on effective and efficient practices that lead to faculty well-being and success. 

Honors Thesis Crash Course; with Dr. Gus Foote, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies/Director of Forensics, Dr. Jon Mitchell, Professor of Biochemistry, Dr. Cheryl Wold, Professor of Special Education and Dr. Hannah Walters, Associate Professor of Marketing, Director of the Honors Program,

Our Roundtable Discussions bring colleagues together in collaborative, facilitated conversations to share experiences, generate new ideas, and collectively address challenges in teaching and learning in an open, collegial setting. 

Navigating AI Integration

AI Ethics Presentation & Evaluating Student Learning, with Mr. Daniel Justice, Instructional Designer 

Student Engagement; with the CETL Team 

Engaging Students in Classroom Discussions; with the CETL Team

Effective HyFLex Instruction and Engagement; with the CETL Team 

Engaging Assessments and Assignments; with the CETL Team

Featured speakers about teaching innovations.  

These workshops provide in-depth sessions on enhancing teaching strategies, integrating technology, and fostering student engagement. Participants are encouraged to collaborate with peers and experts, gaining valuable insights and practical tools to deepen their teaching effectiveness.

Student Focus offerings spotlight student perspectives, learning needs, and instructional practices that enhance the student experience, including sessions that integrate student insights and considerations into course design and learning support. 

Making International Students Feel Welcome; with Ann Sarah Paul & CO.

SOI Session; with Ms. Brenda Mammenga, Director of Institutional Research  

Planning Faculty-Led Student Travel; with Dr. Anna Schwan, Dean of Education 

Principles of UDL in the College Classroom; with Mrs. Natasha Opp, Instructor of Special Education 

Building Relationships and Rapport with Students; with Dr. Josh VanLaecken, Assistant Professor of Accounting 

Student Athlete Success; with Dr. Chelsee Shortt, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and Physical Education/Human Performance and Fitness Chair 

Connecting Disciplines Through Environmental Pedagogy: Theories, Practices, Possibilities; with Dr. Kristen Brown, Assistant Professor of English, and Dr. Eric Pulis, Associate Professor of Biology and Coordinator of Student Research

These collaborations between the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning and Instructional Technology Services allow for the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies into coursework and productivity.  

D2L Accessibility; with Mr. Mason Davidson and Mr. Jason Henslee, Instructional Technology Services   

ACCESS Northern; with Ms. Cassandra Maillet, Assistant Director of Accessibility Services 

Panopto; with Mr. Kieth Griebel, Director of Media Services 

Qualtrics Survey Tool; with Mr. Jason Henslee, Instructional Technology Services 

Data in D2L; with Mr. Mason Davidson, Instructional Technology Services 

Virtual Reality Showcase and Playtime; with Dr. Christian Pirlet, Assistant Professor of Educational Technology, Dr. Chelsee Shortt, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and Physical Education/Human Performance and Fitness Chair, Dr. Hannah Walters, Associate Professor of Marketing, Director of the Honors Program and Mrs. Amy Johnson, Simulation Lab/Clinical Coordinator